Visual artist success is not merely about fame or fortune; it’s about embracing your creative journey, finding fulfillment in your art, and leaving a lasting impact on the world. — Barney Davey Helping Artists Find Success on Their Terms As an art marketing strategist, I initially aimed to equip visual artists with the latest marketing techniques to…

The power of personal branding makes it a high-value asset for visual artists. — Barney Davey Personal branding is one of the most critical aspects of success in any industry. Whether trying to build your business or project a professional image, personal branding is an excellent tool for creating value…

Visual artists benefit themselves and the world by employing the time-honored practice of creating art for sale. — Barney Davey As a visual artist, have you ever felt conflicted about creating art for sale? Perhaps you thought it was a sellout move or jeopardized your artistic integrity. It’s time to…

When you enjoy the process and know why you create, you worry less whether your art will sell — Barney Davey The short and long answer to knowing if your art will sell is trial and error. But your perceptions about selling and expectations for your art business are x-factors…

Success is not the key to happiness. Happiness is the key to success. If you love what you are doing, you will be successful. — Albert Schweitzer As a visual artist, finding balance is essential for having satisfying and rewarding experiences. But getting there sometimes comes with challenges, primarily finding…

Although trends and developments at auction rarely trickle down to mainstream artists, this one of selling directly from artists’ studios might be one. Instead, it’s at least a reliable indicator of where artists should focus their attention to market their work. …

It is natural to want to know what types of art will sell best in the coming year. As the art market continues to evolve and transform, artists, collectors, and dealers need to stay informed about the kinds of fine art that will be in demand in the coming years…

You Can Succeed in Selling Art with a Small Email List. This post is inspired by Seth Godin’s post titled, “Average is not the same as typical.” His thoughts align with mine when he talks about marketing to the smallest possible audience. I call it a small but mighty email list. …

You Serve Your Country and Humankind When You Take the NRANO Pledge. The power of the NRA rests solely on its ability to rally its members to vote for candidates it chooses to support. Single-issue politics are deviously simple, making them so effective at defending issues. …