There's often confusion among artists over what their artist statement, biography, and CV (curriculum vitae) should contain. Furthermore, how do you make your biography, or artist statement, interesting and readable?. . . read more
Every artist who shows their artwork in public places runs the risk of having their art stolen - and if your art DOES get stolen, you should know that filling out the police report is simply the first step. There are a few additional things artists can do to help recover their stolen . . . read more
Copyright laws for visual artists are pretty simple. . . so if you've been worried about your artwork being copied without your permission, or you're not exactly sure how to use the copyright symbol next to your art, the following paragraphs should help.. . . read more
There are plenty of paintbrush cleaning aids you can buy in art supply stores (usually jars with a metal screen or grids along the bottom) but if you want an easy and cheap way to make your own paintbrush cleaner jar, keep reading. . .. . . read more
I started cutting my own mats in the 1980s because I often drew in unusual sizes and it cost too much to have specialty mats cut at a store. My first investment in mat cutting was a Logan Compact mat cutter, but when Blick put the Logan Team System 2 on sale in 2004, I replaced my old cutter. . . read more
Like most artist, I have a mound of "leftover" or unfinished artwork that I just don’t know what to do with—I keep thinking I’ll go back and finish them, but it doesn't always happen. If you're the same way, here's something that works great for me and gives new life to ALL those old. . . read more
When I'm immersed in a painting it's easy for my eyes to become "normalized" to the artwork as it is, not as it should be - so even though my brain registers some degree of displeasure at what I'm seeing, I can't really pick up what needs to be changed! If this is happening to you as well,. . . read more
There are often "lulls" in the art business, but there's absolutely no reason to let those "lulls" make us unproductive. If you find yourself with some extra time on your hands (and you’re not in the middle of a painting) here’s a list of projects that just might hit the spot.. . . read more
Contrapposto is a classical pose created by the Greeks and revived during the Renaissance - in this pose, a figure stands with one leg holding its full weight and the other leg relaxed. Contrapposto causes the hips and shoulders to rest at opposite angles, giving a slight s-curve to the. . . read more
If you're planning on hitting the airports with your paint supplies and/or artwork in tow, here are a few tips on packing painting materials which just might make your plane flight a little easier. Airplane security doesn't mean you have to leave your oil paints and brushes behind, after all.. . . read more
A good art portfolio will always set you apart from the rest of the crowd—and it's a must-have if you're a self-employed (or even part-time) visual artist. The best things to include in your artist portfolio are great pictures of your artwork, and publications. Those usually make the. . . read more
Buying art at art auctions is a good way to find artwork that will appreciate over time. Plus, whether you want to collect art, invest in art, or become an art dealer, art auctions are often enjoyable as well as lucrative. Read more about buying art at auctions.. . . read more
Have you ever said to yourself, "I want to sell my art, but I just don't know where to start"? Luckily, there's a lot of information and art advice readily available for artists, whether in books, on the internet, or from artist friends.. . . read more
Last week on EmptyEasel I listed a few ways to handle having your own artwork critiqued. Today’s article will be exactly the reverse - how to GIVE a good art critique.. . . read more