Imagine you are a prolific artist who has created hundreds of paintings and sculptures. You have sold hundreds of pieces and they have moved around the world, displayed in private and public collections. You also have pieces in museums and on display in various galleries, coffee shops, boutiques, and other places. Maybe you even have […]
Art Studio (Business) Insurance: Your Art Studio Needs Insurance Too
Are you an artist whose hobby or interest has developed into real sales? Or an established professional who’s been driven home by the COVID-19 pandemic? No matter who you are, if you’re making money from the art you produce at home, it’s time to ask if you’re properly insured. You may not know it, but […]
The Ultimate Guide to Building a Studio Practice
For many people, when they think about an artist at work, they envision uninterrupted marathon hours of studio time… something that isn’t realistic for most artists. A studio practice needs to be sustainable – meaning you can keep it up for many years, whether you have family obligations or other jobs – without burning out. […]
How to Use a Certificate of Authenticity for Your Art Business
There’s no magic bullet for creating raving fans and booming business. To “make it” as an artist you’ll need an imprecise combination of good work, good marketing, and a whole lot of time and patience. Tools like a certificate of authenticity, fancy website widgets, or an Instagram flash sale are just that: helpful tools. They […]
Member of the Week: Catherine Bruce, Seeking Synchronicity
This week’s featured Association member is Catherine Bruce. TAA: How would you describe your art to your ideal collector? Catherine: In search of synchronicity, I create painting-like photographs using 35mm film, multiple exposure techniques, and a simple Pentax K1000 film camera. I shoot all my images on film and do very minimal to no digital […]