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Art Business Diaries: Can Passion Pay the Bills?
July 30, 2024 Artist

Art Business Diaries: Can Passion Pay the Bills?

Marisabel Gonzalez combines medicine, motherhood, and migration into abstract art success— all while turning these life experiences into a thriving creative business
Art Business Diaries: Kate Joiner on Balancing Creativity and Finance
July 23, 2024 Artist

Art Business Diaries: Kate Joiner on Balancing Creativity and Finance

How Kate Joiner, a California-based artist, leverages Artwork Archive to elevate her art business and fuel her creative process.
The Best Artist Grants & Opportunities in August 2024
July 16, 2024 Artist

The Best Artist Grants & Opportunities in August 2024

The best artist grants, residencies, exhibitions, and open calls for artists—all with deadlines coming up in August 2024!
Inspirational Words are Great, But Here's Some Practical Advice From 8 Working Artists
June 18, 2024 Artist

Inspirational Words are Great, But Here's Some Practical Advice From 8 Working Artists

We've tapped into the experiences of real Artwork Archive artists to bring you practical insights on building a thriving art career.

Do you have everything you need to run your art business?

How Abstract Landscape Painter Tara Leaver Elevates Her Practice with Private Rooms
June 11, 2024 Artist

How Abstract Landscape Painter Tara Leaver Elevates Her Practice with Private Rooms

Learn how Tara Leaver uses Artwork Archive's Private Rooms to curate and share works for exhibitions, impress clients with professional presentations, and boost her confidence as an artist.
You Just Graduated With an MFA...Now What?
May 29, 2024 Artist

You Just Graduated With an MFA...Now What?

Your education has provided a strong foundation for your career as an artist. But what's next? How do you begin navigating a thriving art career?
How Oil Painter Mary Kamerer Uses Artwork Archive Reports in Her Art Business Workflow
May 1, 2024 Artist

How Oil Painter Mary Kamerer Uses Artwork Archive Reports in Her Art Business Workflow

Mary Kamerer, an impressionist oil painter, struggled with outdated record-keeping until she discovered Artwork Archive, which transformed her art business as an artist-entrepreneur.
How Artists Can Use Copyright Law to Protect Their Work and Build Their Legacy
April 18, 2024 Artist

How Artists Can Use Copyright Law to Protect Their Work and Build Their Legacy

Unravel the complexities of copyright law and secure your art, livelihood, and lasting impact as an artist with this comprehensive guide.
5 Ways to Diversify Your Income and Make More Money as an Artist
February 21, 2024 Artist

5 Ways to Diversify Your Income and Make More Money as an Artist

Plus, the pros and cons of each one.
Ask Yourself These 8 Questions to Become a Better Artist (and Business Owner)
February 15, 2024 Artist

Ask Yourself These 8 Questions to Become a Better Artist (and Business Owner)

How do you define success? What is your strategy for coping with criticism? Answer these 8 questions routinely to keep your art practice (and your art business) going in the right direction.
Crafting Career Goals for the Part-Time and Full-Time Artist
January 2, 2024 Artist

Crafting Career Goals for the Part-Time and Full-Time Artist

Whether you're a part-time artist seeking balance, or a full-time artist seeking greater opportunities, discover strategies for crafting realistic yet ambitious milestones.
A Comprehensive Digital Reset for Artists in 2024
January 2, 2024 Artist

A Comprehensive Digital Reset for Artists in 2024

From optimizing artwork documentation to crafting a cohesive artist persona, we go over how a digital declutter can help your art career–and how Artwork Archive can help.

Have you recorded the history
of your artwork?

Why Artists Should Unplug This Holiday Season (and How to Do It)
December 14, 2023 Artist

Why Artists Should Unplug This Holiday Season (and How to Do It)

If we expect ourselves to do our best when we're “on," then we need to learn how to turn “off."
Why Artists Don't Get a Charitable Deduction for Donating Their Artwork
December 1, 2023 Artist

Why Artists Don't Get a Charitable Deduction for Donating Their Artwork

Why can't artists can't claim a charitable deduction for their donated artwork? We unravel IRS complexities and offer strategies for artists to navigate this US tax dilemma.
How to Increase Your Sales at Markets this Holiday Season
November 21, 2023 Artist

How to Increase Your Sales at Markets this Holiday Season

For holiday art shoppers, it's about affordable gifts, not high-end art. Here are our top five tips for making the most of the holiday art markets.
How to Stop Fearing Deadlines in Your Art Business
November 13, 2023 Artist

How to Stop Fearing Deadlines in Your Art Business

Don't fear deadlines—master them! Take these 9 tips to heart so you can finish everything you need to do stress-free and on time.
8 Online Platforms for Artists Who Want to Learn New Art Business Skills
November 6, 2023 Artist

8 Online Platforms for Artists Who Want to Learn New Art Business Skills

Your art business thrives on new skills, so keep learning! Here are 8 handy education sites for artists.
Holiday Art Market Success: A Comprehensive Roadmap for Artists
November 6, 2023 Artist

Holiday Art Market Success: A Comprehensive Roadmap for Artists

A comprehensive three-month guide for artists to prepare for the holiday season— from applying to art fairs to organizing documentation and shipping.
How to Connect With Other Artists and Boost Your Art Business
October 26, 2023 Artist

How to Connect With Other Artists and Boost Your Art Business

Feeling isolated as a professional artist? Discover eight practical ways to connect with fellow artists and boost your art career.
Three Artists Share Their Strategies for Selling Art and Making a Living
September 18, 2023 Artist

Three Artists Share Their Strategies for Selling Art and Making a Living

Artwork Archive artists share their financial journeys, highlighting the challenges they face and strategies they employ to earn a sustainable income from their art.

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