Essential Skills for How to Sell Your Art Online

There are many reasons we love to create art; humans are designed to express ourselves, be it through language, images, gestures and many other means. We create to portray memories, dreams, love and reality; to let go of emotions; and for some of us—because we seemingly have no choice but to be creative—it’s just meant to be. Painting and drawing are prime examples of expression and creation, and while you may not create art with the intention of making money off of it, at some point you may start to ask yourself questions about selling art: Should I sell my art? What do I need to do to get started? If nothing else, it’s nice to be able to at least cover your expenses: brushes, canvases, fixatives and of course your chosen media—they all add up pretty quickly, not to mention if you’re renting a studio space in which to create your art. Many artists dream of being able to make a living using their creativity to paint, draw or any other means of making art. Taking it to a professional level takes time, practice, thick skin and bravery, just to name a few things. But once you’ve decided to sell your art, it’s time to take action. Enter Lori McNee and The Art of Writing Bios, Blogs and Statements, a free article you can download right now by entering your email below. * FREE Download! Start Selling Art Today!

While you may start out selling paintings randomly here and there, eventually you’ll need to have a game plan that includes marketing your art to galleries, promoting it via social networks and creating a website that allows you to share your vision and ultimately sell your art. What do all of these have in common? The art of writing.

There are three essential pieces of writing that you’ll want to learn inside and out so that you can tell your audience and clients who you are, what you’re about and what they can expect. Sometimes this needs to be expressed quickly and concisely; sometimes you have more flexibility and space. Understanding when to be wordy and when to get straight to the point is important so that you keep others’ attention and give them what they’re looking for.

Follow expert advice from author Lori McNee as she shows you how to sell your art in this FREE download.

The Essential Process to Selling Art

What’s the difference between an artist statement and a bio? When do you need either? How important is a blog, really?

Excerpted from the trusted 2013 Artist’s and Graphic Designer’s Market, Lori McNee’s article will answer these questions and guide you in the right direction so that you can sell art online, through galleries and other means. But in order to do this, you must first be able to write for your audience. Artist bios, art blogs and artist statements are essential to the process of selling art. Download this free article today so that you get McNee’s professional advice and make the process easier by knowing what written copy you need for various circumstances as you begin the process of selling your art.

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If you’re serious about learning how to sell your art, you’ll want to learn what it takes to have the strongest artist bio, blog and artist statement you can so that your audience (and potential clients) will know from the beginning what you and your art are all about. While writing can be intimidating for some, Lori McNee’s advice will make it easier to put your pen to paper, starting today.

This free excerpt from the 2013 Artist’s and Graphic Designer’s Market includes the following:

Sell Your Art With an Attention-Grabbing Bio

See examples of solid artist bios and learn the three types of bios to consider. Each one has benefits and will be appropriate for your social media networks, magazine articles or brochures and for the “About Me” section on your blog. These outlets all have unique purposes, so it’s important to understand the best way to maximize your bio’s “remember me” effect and personalize it appropriately, with the end goal to sell your art.

Blogging: How to Sell Art Online

Many people dread the word “blog,” but it doesn’t have to be a chore. It’s low-cost (or free), and provides you with complete control over how your art is presented to the public. Lori McNee offers four solid reasons why it’s important to consider a blog, and even provides hot tips for better blogging. (Hint: It’s a great avenue for selling art online.)

How an Artist’s Statement can Lead to Selling Artwork

Galleries, curators, grant foundations and collectors are all subject to requesting an artist’s statement. Take the time to learn the best practices for writing a statement and have yours ready to deliver after you read Lori McNee’s helpful hints and consult her crucial list of what not to do when it comes to writing an artist’s statement.