Should Artists Offer Prints? Inventory, Pricing, and Gallery Considerations
Offering prints of your artwork can open up new revenue streams, but many artists are unsure about how galleries view prints, how to track inventory, and what guidelines exist for print pricing. Here’s a practical, gallery-owner’s perspective.
A Pro’s Checklist: How to Wrap and Present Art for Buyer Pickup
Are your sales at shows or galleries undermined by awkward (or unprofessional) handoffs? Here’s a proven checklist to wrap and present artwork for direct, in-person pickup — so buyers leave delighted and your reputation shines.
Can You Use an Old Gallery Email List for Your Art Business? Myth vs. Reality
Artists who have inherited or previously managed a gallery often wonder: is it ethical (or even legal) to add those old newsletter subscribers to your new artist list? Here we break down the rules, risks, and best approaches artists should know.
Myth vs. Reality: Do Artists Need Buyer Permission to Make Prints of Sold Originals?
Many artists worry they need permission from buyers before making prints of originals they’ve sold. Is this really necessary? Let’s break down the legal realities, professional etiquette, and what’s best for your art business.
The Long Game: Why Mailing Lists Matter (Even After Years)
Building an art career takes more time—and more consistent communication—than most artists expect. Collectors who join your list today may become buyers many years from now. Here’s why staying disciplined with your mailing list pays off.
The Only Art Trend That Matters: Everything-ism
Worried about keeping up with the latest art market trend? Here’s a contrarian truth: In today’s art world, there’s no singular movement to chase—authenticity and diversity are the real opportunity.
Personal Connection: The Most Overlooked Key to Selling Art
Chasing mass exposure for your art can feel overwhelming, but in most cases, forging personal, emotional connections with collectors is a far stronger driver for sustainable art sales.
Is Your Gallery Really Working for You? A Practical Checklist for Artists
Not all galleries actively promote and sell the work of their artists. Use this straightforward checklist to evaluate if your gallery is genuinely marketing your art—or just letting it sit on the walls.
Is There Really a Market for Your Medium? Myth vs. Reality for Artists
Artists often wonder if anyone is actually buying work in their medium—be it sculpture, pastels, digital, or ceramics. Here’s a grounded look at how niche media really fit into today’s diverse art market—and how smart artists find their collectors.
Don’t Abandon What Works: The Power of Artistic Consistency
When art sales slow, the urge to reinvent your style can be tempting. But sticking with your proven artistic strengths—while carefully exploring new directions—pays off far more in the long run.