Posts Tagged ‘Artist Tips’

How to Hang an Unframed Canvas Painting – The Easy Peasy Way

Saturday, March 20th, 2010

If you’re interested in properly hanging your unframed canvas art on your walls, then please go to my other blog post: Tips on How to Hang an Unframed Painting (Stretched Canvas without Wires)

If you don’t live in earthquake city and your art won’t get bumped by kids or drunk people…. then continue reading. (more…)

How to be at Peace Around Negative People

Sunday, March 7th, 2010

Last December I wrote a blog post called Don’t Lose Your Mind Because of a Bad eBay Buyer.  I used to have a talent for soaking up angry people’s energy and turning it into anxiety.  Of course, I wouldn’t show these feelings to anyone.  I would keep all my feelings pent up inside.

Yeah… I know… such a healthy way of being. (more…)

Where to Find ‘Step by Step’ Information on Starting a Small Business

Wednesday, February 24th, 2010

I wanted to become an artist. Great. Now what?

I wanted to start my own small business at home so that I could be my own boss, make the paintings I was inspired to create, be in charge of my own schedule and live a fulfilling life.

Sounds good. But…. now what? (more…)

Owning a Small Business… and the Stress and Anxiety that May Overwhelm You

Wednesday, February 24th, 2010

My entire life, I’ve heard people say to me, “You worry too much.”

So, my journey of being an artist and owning a small business in these economic times comes to no surprise that it can push me over the edge with stress and anxiety.  The biggest fear I’ve had since September 2008 (when the economy collapse was heard all over the world) is, “How am I going to pay my rent?  My bills?  My student loans?”  I went from making $2000-$7000 a month from 2006-2008, to making only $9000 in 2009.  Yup!  $9000 in ONE WHOLE YEAR…  and with that comes the nagging fear of the future. (more…)

My Journey as an Artist in This Economic Crisis – Interview by Laura Hollick

Tuesday, February 16th, 2010

Laura Hollick – soul artist, model, dancer, radio personality, writer, owner of the Soul Art Studio, spiritual teacher, featured on the cover of magazines, vibrant soul, inspirational… and so much more!  This is why when she asked to interview me, I was so excited, honored… AND NERVOUS!!! (more…)

Don’t Lose Your Mind Because of a Bad eBay Buyer

Saturday, December 26th, 2009

I sell original paintings on eBay, and every once in awhile  I get an eBay buyer who sends me an email saying how disappointed they are in my services; and every time, I feel horrible.

I care about my customers.  However, at times, I think I care TOO much. (more…)

18 Tips on How to Sell Your Art on eBay

Friday, October 9th, 2009

EBay is ONE way artists can start selling their artwork online and get instant exposure to art buyers around the world.  However, as more and more artists are selling their artwork on eBay, the competition has become fierce. With over 60,000 works of art currently being sold directly by artists on eBay, it can seem like your artwork disappears into the abyss.

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Certificate of Authenticity Sample (For Your Original Paintings)

Saturday, October 3rd, 2009

When I sell my original paintings on eBay, I make sure to include a Certificate of Authenticity (C.O.A.). This is a great way to include all the information the art buyer might want to have on hand about the artwork. (more…)

15 Tips on Packaging and Shipping Paintings

Saturday, August 15th, 2009
These tips are for Canadian artists who want to package and ship their own small to medium-sized paintings.  (Of course, other people may benefit from this post as well.) (more…)

How to Make Money As an Artist

Thursday, June 4th, 2009

I just recently read The Unconventional Guide to Art and Money (incl. audio interviews), by Chris Guillebeau and Zoë Westhof.

My review of this guide is:

“WOW! BRAVO on writing such a GREAT guide! I wish that I had read this when I first started out as an artist!”

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