Tag: storytelling in art sales

Have you ever noticed how you can look at a piece of art, like it, and then suddenly love it once you hear the story behind it? It’s a bit like seeing a necklace in a shop window that looks nice, then finding out it was handmade by someone’s grandmother ,  suddenly the emotions hit harder. That simple backstory shifts the way you see it, and it’s no longer just an object, it’s a memory, a piece of someone’s life, and it feels more valuable instantly. That’s exactly what happens with…

Let’s Talk About That “C” Word Every Artist Hears You know that word you keep seeing pop up in artist tips and portfolio checklists? Yep, it’s “consistency.” And honestly, it sounds so dull on the surface. Like something you’d associate with a gym schedule or a skincare routine. But here’s the secret: consistency in your art portfolio isn’t about repetition or locking yourself into one style forever. It’s about telling a cohesive story that makes curators, collectors, and collaborators pause. If you’ve ever scrolled through your own work and felt like…