To abstract something means to “take from” or to “separate out from something else.” It can also mean to “summarize” or “minimalize.” In truth, we abstract each time we capture an image, whether or not we intend to leave something out or change it or exaggerate its. . . read more
Here are the top ten questions that I always ask when I'm considering attending a summer art fair. All of these questions together help me determine that ever-important final question: "Should I stay or should I go?". . . read more
Monday in Art Marketing Tips - In tomorrow’s reader-submitted article, Karen Cooper examines the real value of summer art fairs with ten thoughtful questions to ask before you sign up for your next one. If you’re an art fair newbie, this is also a must-read.
Tuesday in Painting. . . read more
I’ve got some exciting news for all of you, but first, let me just say that this week isn’t going to be a normal week at EE. My apologies for that in advance.
OK, so here’s the deal:
As some of you already know, for the last year or so I’ve been working on creating a. . . read more
Thumbnail sketches are agonizing for me to create. It’s just too much like homework! Instead, I’ve found that if I start from a digital photo I can do my pre-painting planning using photo editing software and eliminate those tedious thumbnail sketches once and for all.. . . read more
DailyOriginal.com is a website with a unique twist on selling art online - instead of listing hundreds or thousands of works of art in a massive online art gallery, it only lists one per day. How does it work? Read on.. . . read more
After deliberately avoiding oil paint for 20 years, it’s somewhat poetic that Raymond Logan has finally found himself immersed in it on a daily basis. Now, he's a self-proclaimed daily painter for reasons of discipline and growth.. . . read more
Foreshortening happens whenever we view at least two sides, or planes, of an object. Depicting foreshortened objects accurately can be managed through a rather odd little scheme involving plumbing, charting, and angling.. . . read more
I’ve come to realize that there are a several distinct blogging styles which almost all art bloggers fall under. If you’re trying to choose a direction for your own art blog, perhaps this list of blogging styles will help:. . . read more
Monday in Art Marketing Tips - Over the past few years of blogging I’ve realized that there are many different ways to build a successful art blog. (Some artists use their blogs primarily to teach, others to self-promote, etc.) If you’re trying to choose a direction for your own. . . read more
Selling your art doesn’t have to be forced and awkward. I believe that artists can develop a sales cycle that fits their personality and isn’t offensive to the buyer using these 3 C’s: Confidence, Conversation and Community.. . . read more