Creativity is an incredibly powerful characteristic of humans. It drives progress and propels the wave of change. The process by which creatives generate novel ideas remains a mystery, but their contributions enable us to immerse ourselves in wonderful books, captivating movies, and awe-inspiring architectural marvels. Creativity knows no bounds – it drifts lightly like a feather in the wind, requiring…
In the world of creativity, the adage “two heads are better than one” holds significant weight. Behind the art, we witness a dynamic interplay of minds, a process known as artistic collaboration. When we speak of “working with other artists,” we refer to a mutual exchange of ideas, techniques, and perspectives that can shape a masterpiece. This synergy, prevalent in…
No matter how much love and soul you’re planning to put into starting an art gallery, you need to be realistic. This is a business. Make no mistake; your passion will set your particular business apart. However, you need to be able to keep a cool head and be objective. Striking a balance between these two worlds, the creative and…
L’art pour l’art (art for art’s sake) is no more. Today, striving artists face a single choice: integration or isolation. And it’s hard. Today’s supreme vacuum of personal creativity gets intertwined with a corporate-like model of success. An intricate patchwork, to say the least. We now recognize networking as the sole vessel of one’s creative triumph. How popular are you?…
4 TIPS FOR WORK-ART BALANCE For as long as I could remember, it was a great day if I spent a good portion of it with my pencil and paper. So, naturally, one day I thought, “Hey, what if I turn this into a business? I’ll have so much more time to create art, right?” Wrong! I soon found out…
Not every piece of artwork sells. This can be tough and disappointing for an artist. However, finding a way to make the best of the situation when the artwork doesn’t sell is crucial. And by taking a proactive approach, you can turn what may seem like a disappointment into a new opportunity. That’s why we’re here to help. Let’s explore…
As an artist, you would certainly love your work to be noticed and hopefully convert more of that exposure to cash. Of course, it does take lots of hard work and dedication to get to such an accomplished point in your career. It is Okay that you might be frustrated and dismayed that you are not nailing that crucial exposure.…
Whether you fantasized about being a ballerina or a business mogul, you probably spent many childhood hours thinking about your dream job. As it turns out, according to a new JobSage survey, a sizable number of people dream about working in the arts. Following only tech and entertainment, arts and design made third place on the list of “dream industries”…
Everyone has a creative aspect to their personality. Some of us are artistic souls with a pinch of pragmatism; others are pragmatists with creative thinking. The majority of people develop the creative potential in their free time. That is why it is not uncommon to see chief accountants at dancing classes. Or dentists as standup comedians. However, there are also…
Artists live to make art and being able to support themselves financially and emotionally with their art is a goal every artist should strive for. Artists around the world have a gift to share, but they can’t do that if they don’t make a living. It is important for young artists to understand that they are running a business (even…
