One Perspective
This is a collection of resources, that I have found over the year to be useful for managing a career as an artist.
This list hasn't been updated since 2016. But many resurces are still applicable. I will be reviewing and adding to this list in the Fall.
The information on this page is by no means comprehensive, or necessarily useful to everyone. It is merely a collection of info and resources that I have found along the way, on my own journey as an artist. For the most part we are on the path alone, working in our studios, doing our own research and I'd like to share what I have found useful or inspiring.
One size doesn't fit all - there are many art markets and it is up to us to decide what we want our career to look like.
We define what success is. Is it making a living from art, Is it peer recognition, Is it leaving a mark on the world, Is it purely personal pleasure and enjoyment . Deciding this will help identify short term and long term goals. Also decide what support structure or community you need and then go create it ;)
Below are a couple of articles and graphics that I found interesting Finding Balance and the Circle of Success. In addition here is a link to Career Goals Worksheet from Alix Soan, that can help you set some serious career goals by answering 13 questions which are designed to help you get thinking, and writing, about your work and goals. Followed by an ongoing list of resources that you might find useful. Please feel free to share any resources that you find useful with me and I'll add them to the list ! Email Me
One size doesn't fit all - there are many art markets and it is up to us to decide what we want our career to look like.
We define what success is. Is it making a living from art, Is it peer recognition, Is it leaving a mark on the world, Is it purely personal pleasure and enjoyment . Deciding this will help identify short term and long term goals. Also decide what support structure or community you need and then go create it ;)
Below are a couple of articles and graphics that I found interesting Finding Balance and the Circle of Success. In addition here is a link to Career Goals Worksheet from Alix Soan, that can help you set some serious career goals by answering 13 questions which are designed to help you get thinking, and writing, about your work and goals. Followed by an ongoing list of resources that you might find useful. Please feel free to share any resources that you find useful with me and I'll add them to the list ! Email Me
Finding BalanceThis is a useful article from Red Dot Blog. Here is an excerpt on finding balance by identifying your motivations...
...For most artists, motivation lies in a combination of these three factors (Artistic Excellence, Recognition, Monetary Gain/Financial Stability). It is important though, to understand your personal motivation priorities. If artistic excellence is the overriding priority, you may sacrifice your marketing and business time to find more time to devote to your work. If recognition is the priority, museum shows and juried competitions will take precedence over gallery representation or shows. If sales are the priority, production and gallery representation become far more critical. read he full article here |
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The Circle of Success I came across this graphic via Alyson Stanfield Art Biz coach. She created this pie chart called a circle of success for artists to replace the standard ladder of success. She states "Rather than the metaphor of steps or ladders, I’ve adopted the circle to explain how I think art businesses and careers expand. I believe that at any one point in your art business, most of your energy is focused in one of the areas identified in this circle.
You bounce back and forth inside the circle as your focus changes, depending on your goals and obligations. You might remain in one focus area for three months or three days. Then you return to it later because you don’t have one exhibition or one planning session and call it good. You do many of the same things month after month and year after year to build your business. As your business expands your circle expands". |
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List of Resources
This is by no means a comprehensive list of resources, just resources I have accesses, felt were useful and or continue use. I wanted to be able to refer back to them quickly and thought other artists might appreciate that too. Hope you do.
Making Your Life as an Artist - Andrew Simonet Art Inc - Lisa Conglon Inside the Artist Studio -Joe Fig Inside the Painters Studio -Joe Fig Big Magic - Elizabeth Gilbert Living and Sustaining a Creative Life - Sharon Loudon The artist as culture Producer - Sharon Loudon Launching Your Art Career - Alix Sloan Art and Fear - David Bayles and Ted Orland The War of Art- Steven Pressfield Clear and Seeing Place - Briah Ruttenberg The Art Rules - Paul klein Online Business / MarketingBooks Artistu.org - Artists U is an incubator for changing the working conditions of artists. Everything they do is artist-run, free, and open-source.
The Abudant Artist - Art Business Blog Artsyshark - Art Business Blog Alison Stanfield - Art Business Blog Alixsloan - Blog with advice for artists and ecources AlixSloan - free downloads - Support Materials Checklist, Career Goals Worksheet, Studio Visit Prep list, Artwork Archive Blog - Art Business Blog / creative tools and resources Marie Forleo - Creating a purpose driven business Creative Live - free live online classes taught by inspiring instructors Creative Live 30 Days of Genius Interviews - interviews with inspiring entrepreneurs and thought leaders EmilyJeffords Art / Artists / CreativityHyperallergic.com perspectives on art and culture
twocoatsofpaint.com twocoatsofpaint.com art criticism blog vasari21.com - art blog "serious site for serious artists" Warholian.com covering the world of contemporary art and culture CreativeBoom online magazine the celebrates inspires and supports the creativite community Streetlightmag.com online magazine celebrating artists poets and writers www.artspace.com Artist run blogs to keep up with art criticism Blogs Markel Fine Arts Blog Studio Interviews with Artist, and other art market related content Brian Rutenberg Inspirational/ down to earth Artist, studio videos - a must see Elise Morris thestudiowork.blogspot.com/ - studio visit Interviews Nicholas Wilton Artist blog discusses creative and business practice Art and Creativity Podcasts TheSavvyPainter podcast -artists interviews John Dalton podcast with artists TheJealousCurator art for your ear podcast - artists interviews YourCreativePush interviews with artists, pursuing your passion Recent Article on Donating to Auctions Lecture VideosAlyssa Monks The Beautiful Awful - Artist Ted Talk
Tips for building your art career and more. "Academy of Art University's School of Fine Art presenter Michael Cuffe shares social media marketing tips. Eric Zener Lecture at the School of Fine Art, Academy of Art University Self taught American photorealist artist Eric Zener discusses his life, his work and shares his advice with aspiring artists. ResidenciesResarts.org Site for international resedencies
artspace.com 2014 10 Career-Boosting Artist Residencies to Know Widewalls.ch Artist Residencies In United States - Suggestions For A Young And An Emerging Artist blouinartinfo.com 2012, A Guide to 20 Top Artist Residencies and Retreats Across the United States National Parks Artist Residency Program Submission SitesCAFE - call for entry - regional and national exhibition and competition deadlines
Submittable.com - Discover art exhibition residency and other opportunities manage your submissions Funding Opportunitiescheck out your state for opportunities - Many states offer fellowships and grants in the arts
awesomefoundation.org grants grants of $1000 offered by 86 chapters in 18 countries Career DevelpomentJoan Mitchell Foundation Call resources - resources in the areas of studio organization, archiving, inventory management, and through this work create a comprehensive and usable documentation of their artworks and careers
Assets for artist - Helping artist entrepreneurs build wealth There are lost of coaches that offer services for artists to build their careers |
Art Inventory SystemArtwork Archive is the inventory system I use. Check it out it might be right for you, and you can receive 20% off the first year, by clicking on this button.
Artwork Archive
FilemakerPro Database software GYST Art inventory software Tessera Art inventory software Filemaker based system Apps and Softwareartworkarchive - Web based Inventory System
Lightroom - Abobe creative suite phto editing and catalog softare Evernote online organisation tool Asana - organisational and workflow tool for individuals and groups MailChimp email marketing service and ecommere QuickBooks - Business Management Software - manage your finances Teuxdeus - online to do list in your browser Etsy - shop and ecommerce Squareup - sales register Canva a free, cloud-based graphic design tool with drag-and-drop, design software. with ready-to-use templates. Picmonkey free photo editing and design app bensound.com royalty free music Website PlatformsWeebly - drop and drag, templates (Free level)
Wordpress - cowd sourced . Websites and blogs using free content management database platform - template purchases from third party cweb designer Squarespace - drop and drag platform templates Wix - drop and drag platform templates (Free level) GoDaddy - drop and drag platform templates reviews and comparisons top10websitebuilders.com websitebuilderexpert.com websitesetup.org contains useful information on setting a website and related topics ECommerceSquare register CC payment and more
Paypal online payments Stripe online payments BigCartel online ecommerce platform for creatives Email MarketingMailChimp email marketing service and ecommere
MadMimi Constant Contact reviews and comparisons Websiteup.org awwwards.com toptenreviews Social MediaFacebook personal /business
Instagram personal business Snapchat Tumblr Periscope www.verni.io - online studio visit platform Instagram Widget - adds your live instagram feed to your website - this is what i use but there are others. See review below. Social media tools review - Top 20 Social-Media Tools to Add to Your Arsenal in 2016 Crowd FundingKickstarter crowd fund a project
Indiegogo crowd fund a project Paetron online platform to secure sustainable income from paetrons Reviews Crowdfuni The best non-profit crowdfunding platforms 2015 Artnewsblog 10 Crowdfunding Sites for Artists 2014 Forbes - Top 6 crowdfunding websites review - which one os for you 2013 Art MaterialsBrushes
Rosemary and Co Brushes Trekell Brushes Brushes and artist panels Omega Lily Varnish Brush Stretched Canvas Soho Art Materials Barron Arts Doub Works Online Framing ServicesPictureframes.com inexpensive wide variety
FloridaFrames.com not a great website but goo customer service. Omega.com wide range of mouldings Printing ServicesMoo.com - Great quality and printfinity, prints a different image on the back of every single card at no upcharge.
overnightprints.com online inexpensive inconsistent results vistaprint.com online inexpensive inconsistent results Blurb professional print books, magazines, or ebooks for iPad and Kindle. lulu - Self publish a book or catalogue Painting practiceArt Shippinghttps://www.artbusinessinfo.com/
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