Every musician is unique, and each one has a different approach to interacting with their music during the recording process. But what about once the music has been recorded and released? Do musicians listen to their own music once it’s public? Most musicians will listen to their own music, at least on occasion. Some musicians…
It’s no secret that making a living as an artist can be difficult. Does a working artist today have a chance to build a successful career, or even better, become wealthy from creating art? It’s true the barriers are high but it can, in fact, be done. So if you’re wondering: Can artists be rich?…
Art has always been an important part of society. Ever since the beginning of time, humans have found new ways to express themselves through art. Art can be anything from a painting on the wall, to a sculpture, a photograph, a sketch or even a poem. There have been many different types of art mediums,…
In art, there are many ways to mix tint, shade and tone to create the final colors used in an art piece. As an artist, it’s important to understand these terms in order to have full control over the color palette of your work. So let’s take a closer look at Tint, Shade, and Tone…
It can be a daunting task to sell your art. Making a decent living selling original artwork can seem almost impossible. In order to sell your art consistently, you will have to make every effort to distinguish yourself from the competition. Let’s face it, the market is saturated with aspiring artists eager to sell their…
Whether creative painting is a profession or just a hobby for you, understanding the key features that will help you monetize your work is valuable information. The color scheme of your painting is one of those key features that can make all the difference in terms of its salability. So what color paintings sell best?…
In the art world, there has been a serious debate going on for decades (if not longer) about whether an artist should date their paintings or not. Some artists see omitting the date as unprofessional and dishonest, while others feel that dating a painting can prevent the artwork from being sold. Both sides seem to…
Are you into painting, drawing, sculpting, and creating art? Then chances are that you have considered attending an art college. You may have career goals that require a degree in architecture, digital media, art history, or art design, but what if you are also interested in playing college sports? Do art colleges have sports? Many…
Many artists and art sellers struggle to market their work to prospective art buyers. It can be challenging to hammer down what it is exactly that a collector may want to add to their art collection. Luckily, with a little homework, even a fledgling artist can create the type of work that art buyers are…
