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What Your Art Fair Booth Says About You

Six art fair booth types, the strengths and blind spots of each, and concrete ways to improve your booth setup before your next fair.

June 2, 2026 Artist

March 18, 2026 Collector

Is It Time For Your Next Art Appraisal?

Collectors rely on accurate appraisals to set insurance coverage, calculate tax filings, manage estate planning, and so much more—is yours overdue?

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September 15, 2025 Artist

Want to Get on a Gallerist's Good Side? Start Here.

Gallerist and mentor Candita Clayton shares exactly what she looks for in artists. Learn how to introduce yourself, build long-term trust, avoid red flags, and prepare for gallery success.

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June 23, 2025 Collector

How Art Galleries Stay Organized, Sell More & Stress Less

10 reasons why Artwork Archive is the secret weapon for a successful art gallery.

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May 15, 2025 Artist

How Artist Kate Joiner Prepares For a Successful Art Show

Get ready with painter Kate Joiner as she selects pieces, sets prices, and reaches out to collectors for an exhibition.

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May 14, 2025 Collector

Art Sales, Simplified: A Smarter Way for Galleries and Consultants to Manage Their Pipeline

Streamline sales processes and enhance client engagement with Artwork Archive's new Sales Pipeline & Proposal feature.

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April 28, 2025 Artist

Ask Artwork Archive: "Am I Even Cut Out to Be an Artist?"

"What if I’m not cut out for the art world?" This week on Ask Artwork Archive: a conversation about burnout, creative doubt, and reconnecting with your work.

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March 4, 2025 Artist

Ask Artwork Archive: "I Have No Idea How to Price My Artwork"

"What do I consider when pricing my artwork?" This week, Ask Artwork Archive dives into the age old question: Pricing Artwork

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January 22, 2025 Artist

Ask Artwork Archive: “How Do I Turn Followers and Likes into Art Sales?"

"I've got a studio full of art and an Instagram full of engagement—but no buyers." This week, Ask Artwork Archive tackles how to find your target audience and turn all that interest into income.

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November 20, 2024 Artist

Ask Artwork Archive: What’s the Best Way to Respond to “Can I Have That for Christmas?"

This time of year, personal generosity and professional boundaries get blurry for artists. This week, we explore how to handle those "Can I have it...as a gift?" requests with grace, while respecting your artistic worth.

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October 7, 2024 Artist

Holiday Season is Around the Corner—Are Your Art Sales Strategies in Place?

The holidays are hectic enough without the added stress of running an art business—but they don’t have to be.

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July 23, 2024 Artist

Art Business Diaries: Turning Artistic Talent into a Financially Sustainable Career

What does it take to turn an artistic skill into a career? Multi-media artist and gallery owner JJ Galloway has spent 24 years crafting not just art, but a thriving business as well.

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May 29, 2024 Artist

You Just Graduated With an MFA...Now What?

Your education has provided a strong foundation for your career as an artist. But what's next? How do you begin navigating a thriving art career?

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February 27, 2024 Artist

Are Art Fairs Worth The Hype?

Are they really worth it? Discover if art fairs can elevate your career, plus get expert advice on finding the right ones and strategies for handling those hefty costs.

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February 21, 2024 Artist

6 Ways to Diversify Your Income and Make More Money as an Artist

Plus, the pros and cons of each one.

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February 13, 2024 Artist

From Spreadsheets to Simplified Management: My Journey with Artwork Archive

Discover how I traded in my cumbersome, color-coded spreadsheets for Artwork Archive, revolutionizing the way I manage, showcase, and sell my artwork.

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February 8, 2024 Artist

How to Stand Out at an Art Fair: 12 Do's and Don'ts

Feeling anxious that no one will buy your work at an art fair, or even stop by your booth? Implement these 12 do's and don'ts to guarantee your booth is a must-see.

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February 1, 2024 Artist

How to Sell to the 9 People You'll Meet at an Art Fair

Art fairs are teeming with art enthusiasts eager to explore unique work like yours. Here’s how to identify and talk to these potential customers and use the opportunity to see a sales surge.

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December 1, 2023 Artist

Why Artists Don't Get a Charitable Deduction for Donating Their Artwork

Why can't artists can't claim a charitable deduction for their donated artwork? We unravel IRS complexities and offer strategies for artists to navigate this US tax dilemma.

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November 23, 2023 Artist

Preparing for an Open Studio: Tips from Professional Artists

Your complete guide to hosting a successful open studio event, packed with actionable strategies from start to finish.

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November 8, 2023 Artist

Here's Your Game Plan to Help You Best Prepare For Holiday Art Sales

Get ready for the holiday season with our extensive artist checklist and maximize your holiday art sales.

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November 6, 2023 Artist

8 Online Platforms for Artists Who Want to Learn New Art Business Skills

Your art business thrives on new skills, so keep learning! Here are 8 handy education sites for artists.

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Pricing & Selling Art

What Your Art Fair Booth Says About You

Is It Time For Your Next Art Appraisal?

Want to Get on a Gallerist's Good Side? Start Here.

How Art Galleries Stay Organized, Sell More & Stress Less

How Artist Kate Joiner Prepares For a Successful Art Show

Bring structure to the work behind your art.

Art Sales, Simplified: A Smarter Way for Galleries and Consultants to Manage Their Pipeline

Ask Artwork Archive: "Am I Even Cut Out to Be an Artist?"

Ask Artwork Archive: "I Have No Idea How to Price My Artwork"

Ask Artwork Archive: “How Do I Turn Followers and Likes into Art Sales?"

Ask Artwork Archive: What’s the Best Way to Respond to “Can I Have That for Christmas?"

Holiday Season is Around the Corner—Are Your Art Sales Strategies in Place?

Art Business Diaries: Turning Artistic Talent into a Financially Sustainable Career

You Just Graduated With an MFA...Now What?

Get new art business resources in your inbox.

Are Art Fairs Worth The Hype?

6 Ways to Diversify Your Income and Make More Money as an Artist

From Spreadsheets to Simplified Management: My Journey with Artwork Archive

How to Stand Out at an Art Fair: 12 Do's and Don'ts

How to Sell to the 9 People You'll Meet at an Art Fair

Why Artists Don't Get a Charitable Deduction for Donating Their Artwork

Preparing for an Open Studio: Tips from Professional Artists

Here's Your Game Plan to Help You Best Prepare For Holiday Art Sales

8 Online Platforms for Artists Who Want to Learn New Art Business Skills

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