Members Interview
1. Why Static Isn’t Enough Anymore There was a time when an online portfolio was a digital gallery, clean, clickable, and often as static as a printed brochure. But today, with more artists vying for attention and collectors, curators, and collaborators browsing from phones and tablets, that passive layout just doesn’t cut it. Interactive portfolios give your audience something to do, not just something to look at. And when people interact, they remember. It’s not about flashy tech but building experiences. Think of it like stepping into a well-designed studio versus…
Coline Grunevald talks about walking away from a career that didn’t feel right, how painting helped her find peace, and why she wants her work to feel like a breath of fresh air in a noisy world.
Less Can Be So Much More If you’ve ever stared at your portfolio and felt the urge to add just one more project, or maybe five, you’re not alone. There’s something strangely comforting about packing it full, like you’re proving just how much you’ve done. But here’s the truth: when it comes to showcasing your work, more isn’t always better. In fact, sometimes less is exactly what makes your work stand out. A minimalistic portfolio doesn’t mean sterile, boring, or empty. It means every image, word, and layout choice has a…
When you think about gallery representation, it often feels like a far-off dream: openings, collectors, exhibitions, but how do you get there? The secret is a portfolio that functions as more than images, it’s your ambassador, your visual resume, and your invitation. Artists across the community share that representation often hinges on what they present before they walk into a gallery. A truly thoughtful portfolio signals clarity, reliability, and readiness. It shows you can think beyond creating work, you can present it professionally and strategically. This article translates first-hand artist experiences…
The Women in Arts Network (WIAN) is proud to announce that submissions are now open for the August 2025 Artist of the Month recognition. This initiative is more than a title—it’s a celebration of creativity, a platform for visibility, and an invitation for women artists to take their work to the global stage. For years, WIAN has been committed to empowering women in the arts by amplifying their voices, telling their stories, and bringing their talent to light. Each month, we feature remarkable women whose art challenges perspectives, evokes emotions, and…
SEO and Art Don’t Have to Be Opposites Let’s be honest: SEO sounds like something techy people in glasses whisper about in data meetings. As artists, our world revolves around color palettes, texture, expression, and emotion, not keyword density and alt text. But here’s the thing: yourl online portfolio deserves to be seen, and search engines are the main road people take to discover art today. Making your artist portfolio SEO friendly doesn’t mean turning into a robot or sacrificing creativity. It’s about tweaking a few behind-the-scenes details so your site…
Anne Lydiat talks about living on a boat, traveling to the Arctic, and using art to capture the passage of time and the lives of women often left out of history. This interview gives us a window into how she follows the tides of her life and lets them guide her creative journey.
Your Portfolio Isn’t Just for One Kind of Viewer Your art portfolio is more than a digital flipbook of pretty things. It’s your handshake, your voice, your invitation into a world only you can build. But here’s the curveball, every person who stumbles across your work sees it with different eyes. A gallery owner might zero in on technique, a buyer might search for connection, and a fellow artist might look for experimentation. How do you cater to all these minds without losing your own artistic soul? That’s the tricky part.…
Let’s Take a Look Together You’ve got a portfolio, maybe on your website, maybe tucked in a PDF, maybe in a beautifully curated Instagram grid. But when was the last time you gave it a real, honest look? Not a scroll-through. A review. Your portfolio is more than a gallery. It’s a mirror of your growth, your taste, and the version of your creative self you’re presenting to the world. Whether you’re trying to land clients, get into galleries, or just want to feel more aligned with your work, learning to…
I destroy my paintings, cutting them into hundreds of slivers, and then I start again. For me, that’s what life is about—taking what’s already there, weaving it into something new, and finding rhythm in the process.