Comments on: Are we blogging just because it’s cool?

By: Why Artists Should Have Blogs — Art Biz Blog

Why Artists Should Have Blogs — Art Biz Blog — Tue, 06 Apr 2010 09:26:29 +0000

[...] Are we blogging just because it’s cool? I responded to that question more than 3 years ago on this blog. Since then, I think I have come to appreciate the value of blogging even more. I figure it’s worth an update. [...]

By: Tammy Vitale

Tammy Vitale — Thu, 19 Jul 2007 11:16:51 +0000

Was browsing and found this article on “why blog?” Now that I’ve been at if over a year (and writing is easy for me, so that part isn’t a problem), I’m starting to see sales from folks who don’t show up on my site meter because they’re subscribed (I haven’t figured that out yet and site meter hasn’t responded to 3 queries)….the point is, people are buying from my blog (and not small sales either) and all I have to pay is postage (and not in all instances – sometimes folks want to help they’re so excited!), not 40% commission. Now, just as this seems to be taking off, I’ve not been blogging daily, and it doesn’t seem to matter. Not to mention all the friends I’ve met that I converse with off-blog now. Blogging is a great network, can get your work out like nothing else, and is fun. Your emphasis on it is right on!

By: Amy Crawley

Amy Crawley — Mon, 02 Jul 2007 18:20:31 +0000

It wasn’t until I read your series on blogs and artists that I began to give blogs a serious consideration. That and the fact that I finally allowed myself to start working on a line of art that I’ve always enjoyed. What struck me was a comment on web sites being, for the most part, static; they don’t change. A blog can be very up-to-the-minute. What was the art I denied myself? Creating art dolls; always wanted to do it but never allowed myself to do it (lack of self-confidence?) So this combination of creating an art form that I love and wanting to share my inspiration for the dolls prompted me to start my blog. My blog is Musings from the Moonroom; Thoughts on Art, Inspiration, and Creativity. You’ll find it here: http://moonroommuse.wordpress.com. And Alyson, I’d like to add a link to your blog too.

By: liche

liche — Fri, 06 Apr 2007 04:06:23 +0000

I have my first blog last December. I can say that I am not that techy but I realize the power of blog after trying it. Let's put this way, English is not even my first language and I am having a blog in English. Does this encourage some readers? you can come and visit me, or even teach me a little.

By: Daniel Sroka

Daniel Sroka — Wed, 04 Apr 2007 15:45:28 +0000

My website is my business card, my brochure, and my store all rolled into one. My blog, on the other hand, is my open studio. An ongoing virtual space where people can meet me, see my work, and discuss it with me.

By: Joe

Joe — Tue, 03 Apr 2007 12:51:00 +0000

I started a blog in March 2006 and had no idea where to go with it. Writing was not one of my strengths, and I had no idea what I’d write about. My blog sat idle for the next 9 months. In December 06, I started a blog for the Artists’ Gallery cooperative that I belong to – that one was easy because collectively, we have a lot of news. Once I got started on the gallery’s blog, I also started posting to my own blog. I’ve had a lot of art news lately, and I find the blog a good format for that sort of thing. I still don’t have a clear concept of what my blog will be about, but I hope to write about my work more, instead of just announcing shows and events. I find that the more I write, the easier it gets. I am busy enough with other things(!) but I don’t find blogging to be a burden. Besides providing more fodder for the search engines, blogging has improved my writings skills, and I think it’s a nice compliment to my website. It lets you put a different type of content out there. My blogs: http://joekaz.blogspot.com http://artistsgallery.blogspot.com For anyone that’s skeptical or uncertain, just give it a try – it’s easy enough to get started with any of the free blogging sites out there. And if you decide it’s not for you, it’s easy enough to delete your blog too.

By: Carla Sonheim

Carla Sonheim — Tue, 03 Apr 2007 00:24:13 +0000

I just spent time out-of-state at an art conference. Several people came up to me out of the blue and complimented a piece of art I had recently posted only on my blog!

By: Mary Richmond

Mary Richmond — Mon, 02 Apr 2007 11:55:47 +0000

For Sherry and other artists who are skeptical of blogging….When I began my blog I had only read a few blogs. I couldn’t understand how it would help me sell my art or my writing but so many people insisted that it would I decided to try it. I have made sales to people all over the country as a result of my blog. Through blogging I learned about Flickr.com and post photos of my work there every week of current work, etc. which has lead to sales as well. I don’t get tons of hits on my blog every day–around 50-60 most days and increasing–but it has tripled the amount of traffic to my website and made so many more people aware of my work it’s simply amazing. I have even sold a few of my photographs, which is a total fun bonus. And, I have only been doing this for about 6 months….try it, you might be amazed!

By: Sue O'Kieffe

Sue O'Kieffe — Sun, 01 Apr 2007 22:03:15 +0000

I appreciate everything that you have been sharing with us about blogging. I have had a social network blog for over a year, and have just begun working on my business blog. You raised an interesting question in my mind about what people go through watermarking or otherwise making it difficult to copy images from websites. I’ve felt at different times I should try to do more to protect my work; but now I see a different perspective, that art could actually be promoted in unexpected ways. I’d like to hear more about these two sides of the coin in further postings. Thanks for all you do. ~ Sue O’Kieffe

By: Brett Kosmider

Brett Kosmider — Sun, 01 Apr 2007 16:36:23 +0000

Artists cannot work in a bubble, as much as we romanticise the notion of going off and working in seclusion (I do, at least) we need to mix and mingle with other artists and non-artists. I see blogging as a version of that and a way to push myself to do the very best work that I can by sharing ideas and asking for critique on my work. Its fun too! It does become difficult to find time to keep correspondence up but its healthy in the long run, I think. -BK