Welcome to my personal collection of realistic animal drawings. I’ve had the opportunity to draw a wide variety of animals over the years, many of which I’ve observed in the wild, while some others I’ve sourced in zoos and wildlife orphanages. My golden rule is to photograph my own subjects …
First immpressions count. That’s why you should choose the timeless appeal of black and white wall art for entryways. Monochrome art adds chic sophistication from the start. The goal of this post is to provide inspiration and ideas for decorating your entryway with black and white art prints. And yes, …
If you’re looking to refresh your staircase, consider these 10 staircase decor wall art ideas to add character and unique charm to your home. My purpose here, is to demonstrate how black and white art complements any color scheme, and with the right choice of art, you can create an …
If you’re looking to redecorate your kitchen, consider these 10 kitchen wall art ideas to add character and charm. My aim here, is to demonstrate how black and white art compliments any color scheme, and how, with the right choice of art, you can create an interesting talking point for …
I’m often asked how to price art prints. It’s not an easy answer because there are so many variables. In this post, I’ll show you how to price your art prints, but only you can decide what to charge, given your own situation. Try this. Calculate your printing costs, including …
Ever wondered why some pile of talentless crap gets all the attention when the good art remains completely ignored? I’ll tell you why your art doesn’t sell. Most people buy pictures, not art. The buyer is not invested in you, your talent, or your message. Your time and effort mean …
Licensing your art can be a lucrative option for generating passive income. By entering into a licensing agreement, you can authorize others to use your artwork on various products, publications, and media. Art licensing allows artists to monetize their work by granting usage rights to third parties for products like greeting …
Creating art that you’re passionate about and then finding buyers is challenging, to say the least. How on earth do artists find a target audience? We all face this issue and in this post, I will help you find your ideal art buyers. The target audience for art as home …
This is a list of the favorite birds the general public like to buy. Don’t confuse it with the most popular or common birds, that’s not the same thing. These are “bird art bestsellers”, the birds people love and collect. I’ve been making and selling bird art prints for over …
When it comes to selling art for a living, you must niche down and choose a subject with a proven market. That’s why I’m sharing my top 10 farm animal art bestsellers as a compliment to my 12 wildlife art bestsellers post. After over 20 years of selling my animal …
For most artists, myself included, it makes more sense to sell your art locally. Think about it. Why compete with the world? Isn’t it better to be a bigger fish in a smaller pond? I think so, it’s worked for me for over 20 years. Your potential buyers are right …
Pricing art commissions is confusing for everyone, and it’s tempting to look for a pricing formula as if that alone holds the answer. Sadly, this is a myth. The art world plays in a different way, even so, if you need a quick pricing guide try this: Calculate the price …
Most working artists have drawn people’s pets at some stage, I know I certainly have. It’s the obvious way to start earning some cash. This is how you can sell pet portraits: Market your pet portraits on social media, especially Pinterest. Pins are the best adverts for long term traffic. …
In this comprehensive guide, “How to Make Money with Digital Art,” I’m going to share with you the 10 best ways to help turn your digital art into a profitable full-time job or side hustle To make money with digital art, create an online gallery, leverage social media platforms, set …
Digital downloads have transformed the way artists and designers are able to make extra money and earn a passive income from their efforts. In this post, I’ll explain how creatives can sell digital downloads on Etsy. This is the process in a nutshell…Set up your Etsy shop and list your digital …
If you want to learn to sell your art effectively, step outside of the art world for a moment and visit a street market. Forget drinky-poos on opening night and all that arty-farty nonsense. Market traders know how to sell. If you want to know how to negotiate the price …
Can you make money teaching your art skills? It’s a scary thought and for understandable reasons, but there can be good reasons to try. As an artist and trader of 20 years plus, I’m well placed to present the pros and cons of this approach to selling. Teaching your art …
What’s it like to draw in public? A question many artists ask themselves and if you’ve never done it before you really don’t know what to expect. So how does the public react? In this blog post, I will share my experiences of drawing in public for over 20 years. …
As an artist, you may have wondered how to make money painting murals. Is it even possible? The good news is that there is a market for this type of artwork, and it can be a great way to earn money and even make a living. To make money painting …
Have you ever met a stranger who put you instantly at ease? Some people know how to build trust with anyone. It’s a skill you can master and you can use it to sell more art. The art of building instant trust is in finding common ground and sharing similar …