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Art Dealer Confidential: 10 Questions for UK-Based Dealer Oliver Shuttleworth

April 16, 2021 Collector

Art Dealer Confidential: 10 Questions for UK-Based Dealer Oliver Shuttleworth

We hopped the pond to pull back the curtain from the art world’s most elusive fixture — the private art dealer.

How Painting Joy Became a Daily Act of Resistance for This Artist

May 22, 2025 Artist

How Painting Joy Became a Daily Act of Resistance for This Artist

Jackie Liu moved from painting pain to painting joy—using her creative practice as an act of resistance, healing, and self-preservation. Here's how she reclaimed her art and built a system to support it.

Art as a Tool for Resilience

April 12, 2022 Artist , Collector

Art as a Tool for Resilience

A story of using dance and play to build resilience within healthcare professionals.

Pandemic Murals: Muros Tells Their 2020 Story

February 23, 2021 Artist , Collector

Pandemic Murals: Muros Tells Their 2020 Story

Art activation agency Muros shares how murals helped people come together and survive adversity during the pandemic.

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The Best Opportunities for Artists in August 2021

July 28, 2021 Artist

The Best Opportunities for Artists in August 2021

Each month we seek out and compile the best opportunities for artists. These are the best opportunities for artists with August deadlines.

Why This Artist Assembles Hundreds of Small Objects to Say One Big Thing

June 26, 2025 Artist

Why This Artist Assembles Hundreds of Small Objects to Say One Big Thing

Molly Gambardella turns every day materials—colored pencils, yarn, even gummy worms—into layered sculptures that explore healing, survival, and a shared human instinct.

The Best Artist Grants & Opportunities in June 2023

May 22, 2023 Artist

The Best Artist Grants & Opportunities in June 2023

Each month, the Artwork Archive team seeks out and compiles the best opportunities for artists. Here’s our roundup of the best artist grants, exhibitions, residencies, and open calls—all with June 2023 deadlines.

The Best Artist Grants & Opportunities in April 2023

March 20, 2023 Artist

The Best Artist Grants & Opportunities in April 2023

Each month, the Artwork Archive team seeks out and compiles the best opportunities for artists. Here's our roundup of the best artist grants, exhibitions, residencies, and open calls—all with April 2023 deadlines.

How to Take the Pain Out of Self-Promotion

April 12, 2017 Artist

How to Take the Pain Out of Self-Promotion

If you think promoting your art career is too awkward or the word "self-promotion" makes you cringe, you might just need this change in mindset.

Creative Prompts for Art Projects During Social Distancing

March 23, 2020 Artist

Creative Prompts for Art Projects During Social Distancing

Announcing the #artuniteschallenge, a daily creative or art business prompt to bridge the social distance through community and art.

A Tax Expert's Advice on How To Avoid Stress During Tax Season

October 29, 2021 Artist

A Tax Expert's Advice on How To Avoid Stress During Tax Season

Hannah Cole is a tax expert who specializes in working with creative businesses and artists. Her top advice for artists? Get organized early.

5 Art Biz Newsletters Every Artist Needs in Their Inbox

October 2, 2015 Artist

5 Art Biz Newsletters Every Artist Needs in Their Inbox

Looking for some informative and useful art career newsletters? Get started with these 5 from art business experts.

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How to Take the Headache out of Shipping Your Artwork

July 5, 2017 Artist , Collector

How to Take the Headache out of Shipping Your Artwork

You’ve just sold an artwork … now for the hard part. Here’s what you need to know about packing and shipping your art.

8 Ways Artists Can Handle Stress During Stressful Times

May 20, 2020 Artist

8 Ways Artists Can Handle Stress During Stressful Times

COVID-19 has affected mental health worldwide—including artists. We have tips from health experts on how to manage this stress.

The Wonderfully Wacky World of the Artist “Oodlies”

January 4, 2017 Artist

The Wonderfully Wacky World of the Artist “Oodlies”

Doodling her way to understanding, Joi Murugavell of "Oodlies" creates a fantastical world of characters, all struggling with the same day-to-day problems we face.

The Best Artist Grants & Opportunities in May 2023

April 17, 2023 Artist

The Best Artist Grants & Opportunities in May 2023

Each month, the Artwork Archive team seeks out and compiles the best opportunities for artists. Here’s our roundup of the best artist grants, exhibitions, residencies, and open calls—all with May 2023 deadlines.

Artwork Archive Featured Artist: Debra Groesser

July 30, 2015 Artist

Artwork Archive Featured Artist: Debra Groesser

Debra Groesser, President and CEO of the American Impressionist Society and passionate plein air painter, shares how artist associations have helped shape her art career.

The Best Artist Grants & Opportunities in March 2022

February 17, 2022 Artist

The Best Artist Grants & Opportunities in March 2022

Spring is on its way, and so are new opportunities! Here are the best artist grants, exhibitions, competitions for artists, artist residencies, and more with deadlines coming up in March.

The Top Nine Print-on-Demand Questions Answered

July 8, 2020 Artist

The Top Nine Print-on-Demand Questions Answered

We talked with Artwork Archive artists to learn more about print-on-demand options and trends.

7 Marketing Tips from Successful Working Artists

February 19, 2016 Artist

7 Marketing Tips from Successful Working Artists

In the market for some fresh art marketing ideas from successful working artists? We’ve got you covered.