How to avoid writing a yawn-worthy artist statement (with examples)
How to avoid writing a yawn-worthy artist statement (with examples) Artist statements are found on gallery walls, in art brochures and on websites. They’re requested as part of proposals, award entries and art directory listings. These words are a window into your art...
Art for all: 6 hidden barriers to an inclusive arts practice
Art for all: 6 hidden barriers to an inclusive arts practice Art is for everyone. You only have to spend a few minutes on Instagram or Pinterest to see how much people love it. Yet, art still has a branding problem. Despite the appearance of creative success on...
Combine storytelling and art to make a bigger impact
Combine storytelling and art to make a bigger impact (and sell more art) Artists are natural storytellers. Your stories show up in your work, in every brushstroke, stitch, lyric or pendant you create. But they’re also in every instagram caption you write. Every...
Comparing copywriting prices for your art practice? Read this first
Comparing copywriting prices for your art practice? Read this first Last updated Jan 2023 So you’re ready to hire a copywriter to help you write about your art and creative practice! Whoop! Outsourcing your writing can provide you with clarity, confidence and...
Behind the art and music of Ipswich artist, Damien Johnson
Behind the art and music of Ipswich artist, Damien Johnson I first met Damien as part of the mentoring I’ve been doing this year with BEMAC (Brisbane Multicultural Arts Centre). He’s a smart, curious guy whose creative practice is entwined in his emerging...
Feature artist Chloe Wigg: How art saved her life
Feature artist Chloe Wigg: How art saved her life I’m working with Chloe at the moment to craft her artist statement, and it’s been such a pleasure to dig deep into her art and her creative process. I’ve never met anyone who works so purposefully,...
10 Minutes with Logan Artist, Ronelle Reid
10 minutes with Logan Artist, Ronelle Reid How she left her job and start her career full time in 2020 For Logan Artist Ronelle Reid, it was only a matter of time before she committed herself to her art full-time. As a kid, it was all she dreamed of. Over the years...
Artist interview: Therese Flynn-Clarke
Artist Interview with Therese Flynn-Clarke How will we continue to exist in our ever-changing environment? Over the last few months, this question keeps popping up in my mind. Which is why I found Therese’s latest body of work intriguing, even if it was...
Art not selling? Build a profitable arts practice with these tips
Art not selling? Build a profitable arts practice with these tips There’s never been a better time to make good art. The world needs it. *You* need it. After all, the arts connects us. It helps us make sense of the world. It allows us to channel our energy into...Hey, I’m Ali
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