Articles Index
Juried Art Shows
What a juried art show is like from a juror's point of view.
Art Can Be Taught
Why art is something that can taught (and ought to be).
BP Portrait Award at the National Portrait Gallery in London
Details of the annual BP Portrait Award painting competition held at the National Portrait Gallery in London.
How to Pick a Title or Name for a Painting
Are there any rules about what title should you give a painting or how to name a painting? Canadian Artist Robert Genn gives his thoughts on titles and names of paintings.
Artist's Resale Rights in Europe: Don't Miss Out on Money You're Entitled To
Did you know artists have been entitled to a royalty when a painting of theirs is sold, if certain criteria are met? Find out more about Artists Resale Rights here.
Selling Paintings: Which Subjects Sell Best?
If you want to sell lots of paintings, what subjects should you be painting?
Choosing Art as a Career
Is being an artist a realistic and achievable career? Can anyone really make it as a fine artist, and what other options are available?
How to Create a Body of Work and a Distinctive Style as an Artist
If you want to get an art gallery to represent you, you'll need a body of work showing you have a distinct style and sufficient paintings.
When Can You Call Yourself an Artist?
What makes someone ‘officially’ an artist and not merely a dabbler in paints?
Getting Your Art Into a Gallery
Tips on knowing what galleries want, and how to approach them.
The Ten Commandments of Art Pricing
Want to start selling your art but not sure about how to price your artwork? Start with these 10 commandments on art pricing from Robert Genn.
Venturing into My Art Studio after Hurricane Katrina
Artist Cindy Kokemor-Aucoin describes what she found when she ventured into her art studio after Hurricane Katrina had struck in August 2005. What she found among the devastating was surprising and led to an appreciation for paper made from rags rather than woodpulp.
Amateur vs Professional Artist
What are the major differences that mark someone as an amateur artist rather than a professional?
Should You Quit Your Job and Go to Art School?
Is it worthwhile attending art school or not? Will you benefit from attending art school full time, or can you learn just as much by yourself and through short courses?
Selling Paintings: Do Large or Small Paintings Sell More?
Selling Paintings: Do Large or Small Paintings Sell More?
How to Approach an Art Gallery with Your Paintings
How to approach an art gallery with your paintings: tips for artists wanting to get an art gallery to represent them and sell their paintings.