Artist Profile: Pamela Whitlock

Whitlock Studio

My designs are complex weave structures called shadow weave that look very difficult to make but after weaving for over forty years are actually pretty simple to do.

Artists go Hollywood with Celebrity Gifting

Pamela Petry Ceramic Rattle

Would you love to get your handmade items in the hands of celebrities, complete with photo op? Many artists and craftspeople would. They are lining up to get involved with “celebrity gifting.”

Artist Profile: Bill Tabar

Exotic Sands Display

These pictures contain different types of sand which flow into ever-changing landscapes. They may appear as mountains, glaciers, lakes or deserts. Every sand picture is unique.

Put Your Best Work Forward

Cuff Wide - Sana Doumet

A spectacular piece surrounded by your regular line grabs attention while offering less expensive alternatives to shoppers.

Rejected Again? Here’s Why

Designer Susanne Williams handmade leather purse

You struggle to get into better shows and fairs. You apply for upcoming gallery exhibitions, and keep getting turned down. From where you stand, it’s hard to know why you got rejected.

A Gallery Paradise

Craftsman House Gallery

We are located in beautiful St. Petersburg, Florida, which has been named “The Top Arts Destination in the US” (mid-sized cities) for the past two years in American Style magazine’s reader’s poll. Along with being a part of a thriving arts community, we also have the draw of warm weather & beautiful beaches.

13 Ways to Build Your Perfect Art Website

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Your art website is a great asset in representing you and your art to the world. It says you’re serious and puts your work on display 24 hours a day to a global audience.

Why They Buy

Glass by Wendy Gilvey - Benzer Glass

What’s growing in importance to shoppers today? Spending and supporting local businesses. As our world grows more and more global, we all need that connection to home.

Artist Profile: Joy Stember

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Joy spoke to the Arts Business Institute about making smart choices, and how she has used sound business methods to develop an audience for her high-end work despite a sputtering economy.

From Etsy to… Selling Your Art in Galleries & Shops

Wholesale Show

Wholesaling your work to retail stores and galleries is a natural progression for artists who want to grow their business beyond their experience with an Etsy shop.