Here are a few sample lessons for you to read and outlines of what's to come in the following weeks...
Certificates of Authenticity for Artworks….
Providing a Certificate of Authenticity to your customers when you
sell artworks makes sense. Why? Here are six reasons for using them –
Completing a professional artwork sale….
Whether you are an amateur painter who only sells a few paintings
a year, or a professional artist who works diligently every day, the business side of your art practice should not be ignored -
Unleash Your Creative Thinking….
People seem to have the misconception that only a select few are
able to unleash a steady flow of creative genius. That is not true
at all. The fact is, creativity is very much like a muscle that needs
to be exercised in order to consistently give out great results -
Choosing the right Easel for your artwork….
One of the most essential pieces of equipment for an artist is their easel. There are so many different easels on the market that
selecting the right one might seem daunting - However with a little
understanding of the basic designs, selecting the perfect easel will
be easy….
Dare to Dream….
Believe in yourself and your abilities, you don't need to impress anyone, you don't even need to share your dreams at the beginning, you just need to allow yourself to dream…..
Exposing Your Artistic Blessings….
The general consensus of most non-artistic people seems to be the
misconception that no more than a chosen few are skilled enough to carry out creating a steady income producing their own artistic pieces. This is not true at all, the reality is our imagination is remarkably similar to a muscle that needs to be flexed often to consistently put
out guaranteed results….
Get Qualified! The Master Of Fine Arts….
if you intend to work in a museum or in the fine art world in general, then it is necessary to get a proper grounding in the arts. That is where a Master of Fine Arts degree comes in….
Great Art Can Change Us….
Artists share some characteristics with poets, playwrights and even
evangelists because they often are burning with a message to pass
along to mankind….
Bring innovation into your life….
Everyone is born creative. The box of crayons in kindergarten were
not limited to those who possessed potential; because the truth is, everybody has potential. You can create and become innovate too….
Happy as you want to be….
The only thing in life that will always remain the same is change', and in our life we have the power to make the necessary changes if we want to. Even if we find ourselves in an unbearable situation we can always find solace in the knowledge that it too will change….
How to Create a Cohesive Exhibition….
When a visitor walks into your art exhibition their first impression counts. If it doesn't look professional they may not take the artwork seriously, or even worse, they may not stop to look around….
How To Start Your Own Gallery….
It may seem like a romantic notion to have your own art gallery and
be able to influence the world of art in a small way, but that is often not the reality. There is so much more to opening a gallery than
meets the eye….
Important steps to having a
professional art exhibition….
A professional art exhibition gives both the artist and the gallery credibility. Artworks will appear more valuable and interesting if
the event is professionally managed and displayed, and may even increase sales…..
Insure Your Art Collection….
Art insurance is completely different from regular household insurance. For a start, the limits are so much higher than household insurance, and most insurers will not insure art collections with your household insurance….
Passing the Love of Art to the Next Generation….
If it is part of your life already, they no doubt have already picked up on your enthusiasm and have an avid interest in art. If so, that is a great place to start.
Preparing Consignment Artwork for Galleries ….
Gallery representation is an exciting new step to becoming an established and recognized artist. However along with this comes new responsibilities, Here are four important things to consider when preparing your artworks for gallery consignment….
Dream your life….
Often, we dream big dreams and have great aspirations. Unfortunately, our dreams remain just that – dreams and our aspirations easily collect dust in our attic. But you know what? Life could be so much better, if only we learned to aim higher….
Providing Purchase Receipts for Artwork Sales….
Many artists do not see the importance in giving sales receipts to a customer when they purchase an artwork. Here are the reasons why you should….
Putting the Finishing touch on your
Acrylic Paintings….
An unfinished painting may have drip marks down the side, exposed staples and raw canvas edges. This makes your painting look unprofessional and indicates that you don't take your art seriously….
Stress Free Hanging Day….
Hanging day for a group art exhibition can be stressful and hard work. But with a little help, some basic equipment and some pre-planning you can turn a frustrating day into a fun day!....
Teaching the Children to Love Fine Art…..
It’s a natural instinct we have as parents to want our children to appreciate the finer things in life. If enjoyment of fine art is a value
to you, let the children see that passion in you….
The Art Lover and the Art Collector…..
Are you an art collector or an art lover? You might say, well, what’s
the difference? We can probably say with some certainty that most art
collectors are art lovers. But we can also say that not all art lovers are
art collectors….
The Rules for Safe Art Collecting….
We don’t usually view art collecting as a particularly risky pastime. Unlike skydiving or parasailing, the danger of injury in art collecting is relatively small. So should we have some basic rules of safety for art
collecting as well? Yes....
The Top Ten Tips That Every
Art Collector Should Know!....
There are millions of art collectors around the world today, but
there are ten top tips that each and every one of them should
adhere to, regardless of experience.
A Love of Fine Art that Lasts a Lifetime…..
A love of fine art can be a wonderful addition to anyone’s life. You
don’t have to be an artist yourself to understand and enjoy really
great art…..