Are Expensive Papers Worth the Cost?
Are expensive papers worth the cost? Let’s look at few reasons why some paper is so expensive and then talk about whether or not it’s worth the price.
Overcoming the Bias Against Colored Pencils
Overcoming the bias against colored pencils can be a huge challenge. Many of us have learned there is such a bias. How do we deal with it?
Choosing Titles for Art: How Important is It?
How important is choosing titles for art? Does the title really matter? Carrie and guest artist Kathryn Hansen share their thoughts.
Offline Marketing Ideas for Artists
Carrie shares a few ideas on offline marketing for artists that she used to get started painting portraits. Update them for today, and they can still be effective.
Making Art Your Business: Where to Begin
You’ve been an artist long enough to start thinking about making art your business. Carrie Lewis shares a few tips for getting started.
How to Sell Art – The Basics
How to Sell Art – The Basics: Learn five things you can do this week to start selling your art more effectively without spending a lot of time or money.
Making Reproductions of Your Art
For many artists, making reproductions of their work is an important way to generate income. Bob asks some very important questions on that topic. I need some advice. I am new at CP. As I get going, I would like to be able to save my drawings so I can …
Getting Started As a Portrait Artist
So you want to be an equine artist. How can you get get started?
Setting Goals for Artists
Goal setting is important in all areas of life and for all walks of life. Setting goals for artists is doubly important if their art is also their business.
How to Set Art Prices (And Stick to Them)
One of the most frightening things facing most artists isn’t learning their medium: It’s figuring out how to set art prices for art.
