Tag: how to sell art

Ever heard the saying “Your art speaks for itself”? It sounds nice, but anyone who’s tried to get their work seen knows that words matter too. The way you describe your process, the stories you tell, even the short lines on your website, they all help people understand what they’re looking at. Writing quietly shapes how your art moves through the world, whether you notice it or not. Most artists treat writing like a chore at first, something you do because the application asks for it. But after a while, it…

You’ve got a portfolio that looks amazing, every piece tells a story, every image has personality, but here’s the thing: views alone won’t pay the bills. Scrolling through your work, seeing a few likes or hearts, maybe even getting the occasional compliment, feels good, but if those clicks aren’t turning into commissions, sales, or meaningful opportunities, all that time, energy, and heart you poured into creating those pieces is just… hanging out online. And let’s be honest, seeing a stunning piece of yours admired but not purchased can feel frustrating. Monetizing…