Open Studio Tour Success: A Practical Checklist for Artists
Hosting an open studio tour can boost your exposure and sales if you approach it strategically. Here’s a proven, actionable checklist to help you make your next open studio event a rewarding success.
How to Keep Galleries Informed When You Step Away
Illness is only one reason an artist may need time away from the studio. Whether you’re recovering, attending a residency, teaching, or traveling to paint, advance planning and clear updates help galleries set expectations while you focus on what’s next.
Daily Paintings and Small Works: Smart Strategy or Creative Distraction?
Many artists experiment with daily painting and selling small works—but how does this approach fit into the bigger picture of building a sustainable art business and gallery relationships? Here’s what to consider before diving in.
The Annual Studio Reset: Why a Yearly Deep Clean Can Transform Your Art Business
A cluttered studio quietly drains your creativity and business efficiency. Here’s a step-by-step checklist for an annual reset that will keep your space—and your art career—running like clockwork.
DIY Art Storage: Building Racks and Cubbies That Last
An organized, well-built storage system can save you frustration, protect your artwork, and streamline your studio practice — all without a major investment. Here’s how artists are using simple materials to build scalable, effective storage that will last.
The Pros and Cons of Storing Art on Display: Why ‘Hiding’ Work Might Be Hurting Your Sales
Storing art in less-than-glamorous spaces, including bathrooms and hallways, often carries a stigma—but is that actually holding your business back? A contrarian look at why displaying unsold work throughout your space can lead to surprise sales and keep your inventory working for you.
Essential Art Storage Solutions: A Practical Checklist for Artists
Efficient art storage isn’t just about tidiness—it’s a foundation for smoother studio operations and more successful sales. Discover practical solutions for safely organizing your artwork, maximizing space, and streamlining your creative business.
How Artwork Size and Scale Affect Sales and Profitability
Artwork size, time investment, and pricing each play a critical role in an artist’s success. Strategic decisions about scale can shape both your sales potential and long-term studio sustainability.
What Artwork Sizes Sell Best? How Galleries Track—and Artists Can Respond
Wondering what artwork sizes really sell best in galleries—and how to use that data to your advantage? Here’s a look behind the scenes at how size trends emerge, how galleries analyze the data, and how you can adjust your production to maximize sales opportunities.
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.