Tag: art career growth

You’ve got your portfolio already, but what if it could be better, sharper, more you? That’s where continuing education steps in. Courses and workshops aren’t just about learning new techniques; they’re the secret sauce that adds depth, clarity, and confidence to your work. Imagine walking into a class and hearing perspectives that push you, an instructor says, “What if you flip that color gradient?” or a peer asks, “Why did you choose that composition?” Those moments shift how you see your own art. From weekend intensives to semester-long studio courses, these…

Walk into any gallery quietly and just watch for a moment. Notice how the walls don’t feel neutral at all ,  they hum with a kind of personality. The way pieces are hung, the rhythm of the room, even the pauses between artworks say something about what that space values. Some walls whisper restraint, others pulse with risk, and a few shout with unapologetic boldness. If you pay attention, you realize galleries are speaking long before you ever meet the curator. Now imagine sending your portfolio into that space without first…

let’s talk about something nobody really wants to admit: pricing your own art is weirdly stressful. Like, you’ve poured hours, sweat, and maybe a few tears into a piece, and now you have to slap a number on it? Suddenly, it’s not just your art, it’s money, math, and all the anxiety that comes with being a human who needs to eat. And the guilt. Oh, the guilt is real. You want to charge enough to feel like your work matters, but not so much that people think you’re greedy. And…

“Yes” has a way of sneaking into an artist’s life and never leaving. Every email, every invitation, every comment feels like a chance to grab something, to prove something, to be seen. But here’s the deal: saying yes to everything doesn’t make you unstoppable. It makes you stretched, tired, and wondering where your spark went. When you keep saying yes, the projects start to pile up. Deadlines collide, ideas blur together, and the work that actually excites you ends up on the back burner. That big, juicy, soul-feeding project? It’s the…

Ever catch yourself thinking, “Maybe my ideas are too loud for the gallery?” If so, welcome to the club, but here’s the twist: your bold ideas are exactly why you belong. For women artists, the art world can feel like a room full of invisible “Do’s and Don’ts,” mostly written by someone else. But those rules? They don’t apply to your voice. Finding your voice isn’t about matching someone else’s idea of success. It’s about noticing the patterns in your thoughts, the sparks that make you uncomfortable and excited at the…

Many artists assume that galleries want the biggest, boldest, or trendiest works, but the truth is that every gallery has its own unique personality. Some lean toward minimalism, others toward politically charged statements, and still others toward textured, abstract works. Without doing the research, sending your portfolio can feel like tossing a dart in the dark. Galleries are not just spaces to hang art, they’re curated experiences with specific audiences in mind. The art that thrives there resonates with that audience. If you want your work to be considered, you need…

A few years ago the idea of a “virtual exhibition” might have sounded like a temporary substitute for the real thing. Something people did when they couldn’t gather in person. But times have changed, and digital shows are no longer the backup plan ,  they’ve become an essential part of how the art world connects globally. Curators are leaning into them, collectors are browsing them, and artists who know how to present themselves online are getting noticed faster. Think about it: in a physical exhibition, location limits who can walk in.…

Imagine scrolling through an art website or Instagram feed late at night. You pause when a striking painting catches your eye, but you realize you have never heard of the artist before. The colours might pull you in, the style might intrigue you, but do you instantly feel ready to buy or reach out for a collaboration? Chances are, the answer is no. Curiosity without trust often fades as quickly as it appears. For most people, the leap from interest to action requires reassurance, and that reassurance is rooted in trust.…

Every artist dreams of having a single, perfect portfolio that impresses everyone. But here’s the catch: what speaks to a gallery curator doesn’t always connect with a private collector, and what wins over a client commissioning work might bore someone browsing for investment. Each audience views your portfolio through a different lens, and pretending that one version works everywhere is like wearing hiking boots to a black-tie event. Practical, yes, but not the impression you want to leave. Consider this: a gallery seeks depth, consistency, and a clear trajectory in your…

If you’ve ever wondered why some artists seem to be everywhere while others quietly fade into the background, the answer often lies in branding. Talent is crucial, yes, but visibility and identity make the difference between being remembered or overlooked. Personal branding is not about turning yourself into a logo or copying what everyone else is doing, it’s about clarifying your story so people instantly connect with you and your work. Think about how many artists you scroll past on Instagram in a single day. What makes you stop on one…