End of Year πŸ”΄ Small Works Challenge 2024

How to Pitch Your Artwork to Interior Designers: Conversation with Amy Kartheiser [Podcast]

Feb 24, 2023

Founder and Principal Amy Kartheiser (Amy Kartheiser Design) shares her expert tips on how to successfully pitch your artwork to interior designers. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting out, this video will provide you with the insights and strategies you need to showcase your work and make a lasting impression. From understanding the market and preparing your portfolio, Amy covers great insight you do not want to miss. Don't miss out on this opportunity to take your art to the next level.

About Amy Kartheiser Design: Residential interior design firm Amy Kartheiser Design (AKD) is a group of passionate design professionals who create layered spaces - interwoven with depth, detail and texture - that truly speak to each homeowner’s preferences and lifestyle. AKD champions the art of the mix by striking a measured balance between elegance and ease, seamlessly blending traditional elements, modern touches and global influences. Driven by founder Amy...

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The Power of Email Marketing for Artists: How to Build an Email List and Grow Your Audience

Feb 24, 2023

As an artist, you know that it can be tough to get your work seen by the right people. Social media can help, but it's not always enough to reach your target audience. That's why email marketing is such a powerful tool for artists. With email, you can connect with your audience directly and build a loyal following. In this blog post, we'll explore the power of email marketing for artists and provide some tips on how to build an email list and grow your audience.

Why Email Marketing Matters for Artists

Email marketing is one of the most effective ways for artists to build a relationship with their audience. With social media platforms like Instagram and Facebook, you're at the mercy of their algorithms. Your content may not reach all of your followers, and it can be challenging to get your work seen by new people. Email marketing allows you to bypass these challenges and connect with your audience directly.

When you send an email to your list, you know that it's going to land in...

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The Art of Overcoming Self-Sabotage with Dr Rachel Bush, Dr. John Gerson and Dr. Yanina Gomez

Jan 31, 2023

Discover the expert insights and strategies to conquer self-sabotage with Dr. Rachel Bush, Dr. John Gerson, and Dr. Yanina Gomez. In this thought-provoking podcast hosted by Sergio Gomez, you'll gain a deeper understanding of the root causes of self-sabotage and learn practical tips to overcome it. Our distinguished panel of psychologists will share their years of experience in helping artists overcome their inner obstacles and unlock their full potential. Whether you're an artist struggling with self-doubt or simply looking to optimize your creative process, this podcast is a must-listen for anyone looking to achieve their full potential. 

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Chris Cantele on Leading the Chicago Alliance of Visual Artists

Oct 20, 2022

Meet Chris Cantele, president of the Chicago Alliance of Visual Artists. Chris has led CAVA from 70 Members in 2011 to over 240 today. CAVA is a volunteer not-for-profit organization founded to serve nationwide artists aged 50 and over. https://www.wearecava.org

About Chris Cantele

Chris Cantele spent over 25 years continuously challenging and expanding his expertise in the client communication, advertising and sales promotion arena. In 1996, he founded Cantele, Sedivy & Associates Advertising, Inc.. The agency was known for employing unique and targeted marketing strategies to help clients build sales, customer traffic and brand awareness.

Since selling the agency in 2011, Chris has been Volunteering within his passion areas over the past 11 years. He is President of the Chicago Alliance of Visual Artists, Project Onward Executive Board Member, as well as a Studio and Event Volunteer, a Professional Scuba Diver and Presenter in the Caribbean Reef and Shark Exhibits...

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Our Inner World with Artist Sara Gallagher

Oct 14, 2022

In this episode, Sergio Gomez chats with artist Sara Gallagher about her current online show Our Inner World with 33 Contemporary Gallery. 

View show: https://www.artsy.net/show/33-contemporary-our-inner-world

Sara Gallagher
Outside, 2020
Graphite on paper
24 × 22 in


About Sara Gallagher

Sara Gallagher (b.1990, Vallejo, CA) is passionate about breaking the taboos that surround mental health in the United States. She harnesses her experience of working with houseless youth and people with disabilities to bring about an empathetic lens into the complex experience of what it is to be human. 

Through her hyperrealistic graphite and mixed media works, Sara provokes dialogue around the inner landscape of the human experience. Shaped in collaboration, she engages with her models personally by allowing a vulnerable, authentic discussion to set the direction of each piece. Detailed, emotive imagery and subtle surreal qualities provide a brave and beautiful space for our...

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Invigorating Your Studio Practice with Drew Harris

Sep 02, 2022

Do you want to invigorate your studio practice? In this episode, we chat with internationally acclaimed artist Drew Harris about how to maintain excitement in your art studio. 

Join Drew in Chicago for the WEVOLVE artists retreat from Sept 17-18.

Learn more at: www.theartistnextlevel.com/wevolve

Do not miss Drew's solo show at 33 Contemporary Gallery opening Friday, September 16th.

Artist website: www.drewharrisart.com

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Four Power Tips for Emerging Artists with Victoria J. Fry

Aug 30, 2022

What does it take to succeed as an emerging artist in 2022? In this episode, Victoria J. Fry, founder of Visionary Art Collective shares 4 powerful tips to thrive as an artist. Do not miss the bonus power tip shared at the end of our chat.

Visit the Visionary Art Collective Online at: https://www.visionaryartcollective.com

Follow the VAC on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/visionaryartcollective/

 

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Over 100 Artists Share the Best Advice They've Ever Received

Aug 23, 2022

On March 10, 2015, I asked this simple question on my Facebook wall “When it comes to art, WHAT IS THE BEST ADVICE YOU HAVE EVER RECEIVED?”

Below are the answers of over 100 artists that shared their advice. Enjoy!!

John McLaughlin 
Just make it, dont worry about anyone liking it.

Gregg Hertzlieb
“Don’t make the work something it isn’t.”

Judith Peck Price
Your work reasonably so you can be in a lot of collections.

Michael Jantzen
Make art because you love making it, not because you expect to sell it!

Marie Vartenberg
Just continue to make it! We are going to continue to buy it! It gave me a kind of confidence.

Eulalio Fabie de Silva
The ole cliche’—just be yourself.

Frank Juarez
Walk to the beat of your own drum.

Jia Zhou Artist
Why you cannot use your imagination?

Diana Leviton Gondek 
Have it be your work not others. Immediate acceptance doesn’t mean lasting art.

Renee LaVerne Rose 
1) Become very proficient in...

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Intersection of Creativity, Dialogue, & Technology with Narimon Safavi

Jul 04, 2022

In today's episode, have the pleasure of talking with Narimon Safavi, CEO of Generative Multilogue. We discuss the intersection of creativity, dialogue and technology in the world today.

Generative Multilogue  is a social enterprise at the intersection of art and technology, which aims to be a platform to support art that is about dialogue and inducing empathy in the audience.

Learn more at: https://www.generativemultilogue.com

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Facing Your Inner Critic with Dr. Yanina Gomez

Jun 17, 2022

You want to be confident about the decisions you make for your art career and feel positive about your progress. But, your inner critic is often making you second-guess yourself. Therefore, you must listen to my conversation with Dr. Yanina Gomez about facing our inner critic. In our upcoming book, Crush Self-Sabotage and Live Fully! The Artist's Wellness Journey to Confidence and Success, we go deeper into this challenge that most of us experience in our art career.

Learn more at https://www.theartistnextlevel.com/book

 

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