2024-04-12 13:30
Cost and value are two very different things when it comes to artwork — so how do you price your artwork and realize its value?
It’s a universal truth that an artwork’s… Read More
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2024-04-05 15:08
Winning a painting competition can earn you recognition within your field. Professional artists know that one of the quickest ways to gain fame and (sometimes) fortune is through awards and… Read More
2024-04-05 14:21
Drawing is often overlooked as a simple starting point for creating a final artwork, but drawing competitions are among the most prestigious of all art competitions.
What is drawing? Draw… Read More
2024-03-15 19:56
The categories for photography competitions come in all shapes and sizes from wildlife and nature, to portraiture, landscape, and even astronomy and abstraction. Artists working in photograp… Read More
2024-03-15 19:05
For art lovers, the joy of visiting open studio events is to meet local artists and buy their work. For professional artists, open studios can be part of a solid marketing and networking str… Read More
2024-03-08 19:17
A group show can kickstart your art career by bringing together like-minded artists and pooling precious resources. So what are the dos and don’ts of a successful group show?
What i… Read More
2024-02-19 19:13
Art competitions are a great way for artists to promote themselves and their artwork with the chance for coverage, exhibitions and even some cash prizes. There are thousands of art comp… Read More
2024-02-19 18:43
Alongside the many hundreds of high-profile global art competitions are dozens of smaller monthly art competitions that can help artists build a reputation while having far more opportunitie… Read More
2024-02-11 15:54
Every artist knows that a big part of the job is looking at art — and where better than at 2024’s biggest gallery exhibitions.
Exhibitions are more than a pleasant way for art… Read More
2024-01-19 02:14
After the (hopefully) busy holiday rush of sales and commissions, all artists, whatever discipline or level of practice, should get creative with a plan for the year ahead. There’s ple… Read More
2024-01-05 19:36
The landscape has always held a unique fascination for artists. The miles of uninterrupted horizons where endless variations of light and weather conditions play across an almost endless vis… Read More
2024-01-05 18:35
Creating textiles as a fine art is simpler than it seems. Consider the current textile art you make: can you step on it, wear it or use it — or is it designed to hang on a wall? If it… Read More
2023-12-15 17:15
Beyond the materials, becoming a professional artist requires a long shopping list of skills, inspiration and style. If you’re ready to get started on your creative journey, let Artweb… Read More
2023-12-13 02:47
Moving from a home studio into a professional space is a dream for many artists. If you are outgrowing the spare room or the garden shed, getting a professional studio is the next step.
B… Read More
2023-12-08 02:05
Pottery has always straddled the line between fine art and a more practical application. Cups, saucers, plates, and Ming vases all occupy a space along the ceramics spectrum.
Priceless va… Read More
2023-12-01 20:11
Allowing studio visits are a great way for professional artists to connect with customers, discuss commissions and sell work. Exhibiting or meeting in a working studio can be tricky, but the… Read More
2023-11-07 07:19
One school of thought suggests that a great artist shouldn’t worry about everyday things like paying the rent and feeding the family. But when we think of art and money, we generally t… Read More
2023-11-03 16:00
Whether in person or online, making an art sale is only half the battle. Next is processing the payment—and if done right, it can drive more sales.
Most art payments are done online… Read More
2023-10-20 16:36
The art world is filled with inspiring stories about art movements, artist colonies and groups whose members found enormous success. Some were accidental, others were purposely created. So w… Read More
2023-10-20 15:16
For centuries, landscape painters have immersed themselves in their subjects by painting outdoors
The art of painting “en plein air” means to paint “in the open” (… Read More
2023-10-17 04:59
In the early 20th century, household paint (or interior paint) inspired a whole art movement: abstract expressionism.
The enormous canvases favored by artists like Jackson Pollock would h… Read More
2023-10-06 16:02
Visiting an art supply shop can be daunting even for the most seasoned artist. So plan ahead with our A to Z of art materials.
A is for… acrylic
Less than a century old, acrylic… Read More
2023-10-06 14:55
There are increasing ways to connect with fans of your artwork and create a potentially regular income. One such way is Patreon, which offers visual artists a chance to earn money from follo… Read More
2023-09-29 14:18
One of the signs that you have truly made it as an artist is when people commission your artwork—but how do you get there? The first thing is to let people know you accept commissions… Read More
2023-09-15 19:50
The run-up to Christmas is the busiest time for artists and makers, with some estimating Christmas art sales are worth more than the rest of the year put together.
Small businesses typica… Read More
2023-09-15 13:45
A palette knife have become a vital part of the painter’s arsenal. Promoted from life as a lowly paint mixer, it has become more commonly associated with oil painters looking to increa… Read More
2023-09-08 14:06
Following art trends should not be about constantly adapting your work to what’s in vogue in hopes of landing more sales. Instead, understanding trends can help you make smart tweaks t… Read More
2023-08-28 05:50
Watercolor painting has a reputation as being for hobby painters only, while artists pat themselves on the back using “proper” paints like acrylic and oils. But this medium has a… Read More
2023-08-25 13:43
A color wash is as important to painters as a paintbrush. A blank white canvas can be unnerving for artists. Any mark can feel indelible—what if you get it wrong? What’s more, an… Read More
2023-08-18 19:17
Paintbrushes date back to the Paleolithic era around 2.5 million years. Ancient Chinese and Egyptian civilizations were among the first to develop painting with brushes for fine art and… Read More
2023-08-18 17:20
’As artists, it’s easy to get carried away and buy hundreds— even thousands—of dollars’ worth of art supplies. And the reality is you probably won’t even… Read More
2023-08-09 01:00
Depending on who you listen to, artificial intelligence (AI) is threatening to replace us all or will revolutionize the way we live for the better. But what does it mean for artists right no… Read More
2023-07-28 19:09
Continuing our series on ways to make a living as an artist, we look at the options for making money through third-party seller websites, like Etsy or Amazon, or online galleries.
W… Read More
2023-07-28 15:30
As you’ve likely heard, a new social media channel has joined the fray. Threads is a text-based conversation app focused on live chat and content sharing and has been designed to sit a… Read More
2023-07-03 07:41
No artist can afford to be offline. A website is as vital to an artist as a paintbrush is to a painter. But what sort of website should you have and which is the best website builder?
Cha… Read More
2023-06-30 12:57
The 30-second sketch is a quick drawing exercise to help artists (especially beginners) get their creative juices flowing.
Even as an artist with seven years of training, I still feel a s… Read More
2023-06-23 00:25
A strong art portfolio is a marker of a professional artist. When you are looking for someone to invest in you and your art—whether through sales, commissions or exhibitions—a li… Read More
2023-06-16 20:37
Point perspective is one of the first things you are taught about in art and is fundamental to the history of Western art. It is a device that convinces the eye a flat surface has depth… Read More
2023-06-16 19:17
In art we tend to think of drawing as a starting point, with sketches that lead to finished work in paint, stone or plaster. But drawing is visual art in its own right, with a long rich hist… Read More
2023-06-12 17:05
Having a studio is top of the shopping list for any artist, but when space is at a premium and the investment for professional studio is out of the question, creating a home art studio is th… Read More
2023-06-09 13:51
You’ve made the sale and the money is in the bank—now it’s time to get your artwork to your buyer. Follow Artweb’s step-by-step guide to shipping art the right way… Read More
2023-06-04 00:45
Celebrating its first century, acrylic paint has found its way on to more and more artists’ palettes. So how does this relative newcomer compare to oil paint—and which one should… Read More
2023-05-26 00:52
As an artist, you might think your artwork is your brand. But achieving success as an artist is as much about you as it is about your work.
Consider premium brands in sportswear and o… Read More
2023-05-19 18:24
More than 140 billion reels play across Instagram and Facebook each day—so how can artists capture some of that audience?
As visual people, artists should be able to create ree… Read More
2023-05-12 19:06
Art competitions are a great way for artists to promote themselves and their artwork with the chance for exposure, exhibitions and even cash prizes. Thousands of art competitions in America… Read More
2023-05-05 19:01
Art competitions are a great way for artists to promote themselves and their artwork with the chance for coverage, exhibitions and even some cash prizes. There are thousands of art com… Read More
2023-05-05 14:58
Art competitions are a great way for artists to promote themselves and their artwork with the chance for coverage, exhibitions and even cash prizes. There are thousands of art competiti… Read More
2023-04-29 17:47
Having a well-crafted artist blog on your website is how visitors get to know you. If your blog ranks well in search results, it’s often how potential buyers find you in the first plac… Read More
2023-04-24 09:36
Prints are the fastest-growing segment of the art market—and selling digital downloads allows buyers to purchase your work and print it themselves.
Whether it’s art classes or… Read More
2023-04-21 14:38
For many artists, using social media to advertise their artwork is already a significant part of their routine. But starting up artist social media accounts can be confusing and daunting, es… Read More
2023-04-03 05:18
The most successful artists set up multiple ways of making money from their art and training. One of the most popular ways for artists and makers to boost their income is to share their… Read More
2023-03-31 00:00
The color black does not reflect light. In fact, the color absorbs light, along with our dreams, our fears, our terrors and nightmares. For artists, black paintings often represents our deep… Read More
2023-03-22 23:53
For many artists, creating work to sell is only one part of an art career. In fact, the most successful artists have tapped into multiple ways of making money from their art and training, so… Read More
2023-03-15 02:29
Your artist gallery is the most important page on your website. It’s your online portfolio and point of reference for people to buy, commission or view your work. No pressure! So… Read More
2023-03-08 07:51
Are you an emerging artist looking to sell more art by gaining visibility online? Or perhaps you’re a full-time professional artist in need of a hassle-free website that gives you… Read More
2023-03-01 19:07
If your home page is the shop window to your art, your artist logo is the shop sign. It reflects your brand and helps identify who you are and what you represent.
As an artist, you may s… Read More
2023-02-15 21:13
The best artist websites feel effortless. They put art front and center and give voice to the artist. The sales rep who never sleeps, a great artist website sells your art, commu… Read More
2023-02-07 11:52
The color yellow is the black sheep of the primary color family. While red signifies luxury and passion and blue the beatific and ethereal, yellow denotes illness and malady. And… Read More
2023-02-01 22:57
In the hands of artists, colors can tap into our deepest desires and alter our perceptions — or even the course of history. That is never more true than with the color blue. A histor… Read More
2023-01-28 15:45
Is your painting abstract or non-representational art? Does it matter? In the Artworld, yes, it does matter. Understanding and being able to explain your work – and… Read More
2023-01-27 21:16
Did you know that 90 percent of visitors to your website will leave, never to return? That’s a lot of missed opportunities to sell your art. Enter the artist contact page.
An o… Read More
2023-01-23 11:51
Digital photography is approaching its third decade in the mainstream, but film photography is making a comeback. So what’s the enduring appeal of this 200-year-old medium, and w… Read More
2023-01-21 15:32
An artist homepage is your shop window. Just like an eye-catching display that turns window shoppers into buyers, your homepage should make the casual browser stop and think “WOW!&rdq&hell…Read More
2023-01-20 19:16
An artist residency is one of the steps towards becoming a professional artist, and a chance to develop your art practice and other highly-prized skills in the Artworld. So how do you becom… Read More
2023-01-20 17:02
Art competitions and art prizes are a great way to get your work seen and sold. And the good news is there are lots of them. Whatever your medium and wherever you work, there will be dozen… Read More
2023-01-17 19:17
Photographing sculpture can be tricky. On the one hand, you know that stunning photos of your sculpture, ceramics or other three-dimension art is key to a successful art business. Whether… Read More
2023-01-06 19:37
After an enforced break, art exhibitions are back with a flurry in 2023. So what are the unmissable exhibitions in 2023 and how do you get the most out of them?
Some artists sh… Read More
2022-12-22 21:28
Starting the new year by considering new ideas or putting together a good plan of work is a simple way to prepare for the success that you want.
Are you a new artist who is ready to star… Read More
2022-12-19 20:54
The About Me page of an artist website manages to compress in one diabolical location many of an artist’s least favorite tasks: writing, boasting and web design.
Creating the perf… Read More
2022-12-16 17:36
Who hasn’t succumbed to an impulse buy based on stunning photos of jewelry online? As an up-and-coming jewelry designer, you know that photographing your jewelry is the key to booming… Read More
2022-12-14 14:45
What is more natural than the human body? Nude, the body is flesh wrapped in bone laid bare for the human gaze to contemplate. Is it any surprise that capturing the nude form has… Read More
2022-12-12 14:28
You may be intimately acquainted with your face. But that doesn’t mean you know how to do a self portrait. In fact, mastering the art of self-portraiture can be a lifetime’s wo… Read More
2022-12-09 19:07
Do you spend valuable time figuring out what to post on social media?
Let’s face it. You know that more and more art buyers are discovering their next fam… Read More
2022-12-08 14:44
How do you write a good title for your artwork? And what does an art title mean? A memorable title becomes a work of art in its own right, and once you master the art of it, writ… Read More
2022-12-04 23:31
Offering your art for sale at an artisan market is an easy way to increase sales and visibility without committing to a brick-and-mortar store. You can interact with customers in a mor… Read More
2022-12-01 15:46
What is beauty in art? It’s an eternal question which tests our ideas of history, culture, geography, politics, race, religion, time and place. But the question remains: should… Read More
2022-11-29 09:51
As a painter, sometimes the market for your work can be limited. That’s particularly true if you work on a large scale or attach a high price to your art. One way to expand your mar… Read More
2022-11-24 14:09
Credit: Thomas Gravanis After weathering a decade-long economic crisis, riots and mass unemployment contributing to widespread social instability, Greece’s capital, long associated mor… Read More
2022-11-18 16:51
How much money does an artist make? You shouldn’t apologize for wondering. Like any career, art needs to provide you a decent living. But becoming a successful a… Read More
2022-10-31 04:38
We’d like to think we’re wise to endless variety of spam emails, but the art scam email can be particularly hard to spot. Not because these phishers are particularly canny… Read More
2022-10-27 18:16
A vanity gallery is the artist’s equivalent of fool’s gold. You receive an email from a gallery you’ve never heard of before. Maybe the gallery claims a “… Read More
2022-10-24 23:29
Andy Warhol and Jean-Michel Basquiat launched their enduring collaboration after meeting at a gallerist’s lunch.
From Impressionism to Pop Art: Every Movement Begins as an Artist Group… Read More
2022-10-24 23:29
Andy Warhol and Jean-Michel Basquiat launched their enduring collaboration after meeting at a gallerist’s lunch.
From Impressionism to Pop Art: Every Movement Begins as an Artist Group… Read More
2022-10-12 20:43
Once considered a mere craft, more and more artists are establishing textiles as a fine art medium, and buyers and collectors are responding with increasing enthusiasm as they look to expand… Read More
2022-10-06 19:09
Self Promoting On Social Media
For better or worse, social media has become an all-pervasive feature of our time, impacting everything from how we think and communicate to the way we relate… Read More
2022-10-06 19:09
Self Promoting On Social Media
Handling self-promotion on social media and keeping up with the constant changes sucks. Just when you think you have everything figured out, some new app or up… Read More
2022-09-30 17:59
American illustrator Andrew Loomis once said, “To learn to draw is to draw and draw and draw.” Wise advice, but what happens when a lack of inspiration makes it hard to find some… Read More
2022-09-30 15:59
Where did you study? Is often one of the first questions an artist gets asked. But what if you didn’t study anywhere? Then you are in good company and most of the artworld agree it doe… Read More
2022-09-28 10:36
Image Credit: Maria Teresa Porcedda
In April 2022, the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), a UN-backed, international body of climate scientists, released their latest report o… Read More
2022-09-28 00:12
The world of fine art proudly rejects the idea of being mere decoration – but considering we spend billions more on interior design than we do on art are artists missing a potentially… Read More
2022-09-28 00:11
‘No. 316’ (2020) by David Hockney
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When Marcel Duchamp first placed an upside-down urinal on a plinth signed “R. Mutt, 1917”… Read More
2022-09-22 20:37
Photo Credit: Eugene Capon’s Person Wearing Black Vr Box Writing On White Board from Pexels
Art is rarely easy to classify. Whilst artists may spend a significant amount of time consid… Read More
2022-09-19 20:43
Discovering your art style can play an important role in developing your work and artistic practice. From getting inspired to experimenting with new mediums and themes, this guide aims… Read More
2022-09-13 01:32
The exhibition date is set, the artwork is ready to install – so now it’s time to generate some publicity. But chances are you may already be too late unless you think ahead and… Read More
2022-09-08 08:04
Andy Goldsworthy Image by iuri
As Britain recovers from a summer in which many faced the threat of wildfires and drought, and which left London’s consistently lush green spaces sun-bl… Read More
2021-11-25 11:03
Loretta Ana Kaufman has been an Artweb member for many years, and we reached out to her for an interview after hearing her work was to go into the permanent collection of the CICA museum in… Read More
2021-11-25 11:01
Welcome to part 3 in our ‘Exhibiting your Art’ blog series – how to work with commercial galleries. So far the series has looked at getting started and holding yo… Read More
2021-09-24 14:37
If you have read our previous comprehensive artwork pricing guide, you’ll appreciate that selling your artwork isn’t as simple as just adding up all of your obvious expenses (pai… Read More
2021-09-17 09:20
Self-portraits are immensely interesting. Most of us have painted them. It is easier and more convenient to reach for the mirror than to get someone else to sit for a long time. Yet, the ima… Read More
2021-09-10 18:16
In this artist interview, Elena Dunaeva shares with us her artistic process, ideas and inspiration. To see more of Elena’s work, please visit her online gallery.
Everything has its tim… Read More
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