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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


Finding Balance

This 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.

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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
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Online Business / Marketing

Books

 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
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​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
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Art / Artists / Creativity 

​Hyperallergic.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 Videos

Alyssa 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. 

Residencies

Resarts.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 Sites

CAFE - call for entry - regional and national exhibition and competition deadlines
Submittable.com - Discover art exhibition residency and other opportunities manage your submissions 
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Funding Opportunities

check 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 Develpoment

​Joan 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 System 

Artwork 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. 
get 20% off when you join
Artwork Archive 
FilemakerPro  Database software
GYST  Art inventory software
​Tessera Art inventory software Filemaker based system
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Apps and Software

artworkarchive - 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


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​Website Platforms

Weebly -  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
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ECommerce

Square register CC payment and more 
Paypal online payments
Stripe online payments
BigCartel online ecommerce platform for creatives

Email Marketing

MailChimp email marketing service and ecommere
​MadMimi
Constant Contact

reviews and comparisons 
Websiteup.org
​awwwards.com
toptenreviews
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Social Media

Facebook personal /business
Instagram personal business
Pinterest
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. 
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Social media tools review  - Top 20 Social-Media Tools to Add to Your Arsenal in 2016

Crowd Funding

Kickstarter crowd fund a project
Indiegogo crowd fund a project
Paetron online platform to secure sustainable income from paetrons
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​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 Materials

Brushes
Rosemary and Co Brushes 
Trekell Brushes  Brushes and artist panels
​Omega Lily Varnish Brush 

Stretched Canvas
Soho Art Materials
Barron Arts
Doub Works
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Online Framing Services

Pictureframes.com inexpensive wide variety
FloridaFrames.com  not a great website but goo customer service.
​Omega.com wide range of mouldings
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Printing Services

Moo.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 practice

Artsy article on limited palette 

Art Shipping

https://www.artbusinessinfo.com/
http://www.allcrate.com/
​https://www.flightlg.com/

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