Comments on: Blogs don’t have to be personal

By: Jean Levert Hood

Jean Levert Hood — Sat, 03 Mar 2007 13:25:43 +0000

Thanks, Alyson, this answers a lot of questions for me. ….and I’ll remember to hold back on those Kittie pictures!!

By: Julie Thompson

Julie Thompson — Sat, 03 Mar 2007 01:48:29 +0000

Overpersonalization is something I was afraid might come off as less than professional. I’m glad to read that it’s perfectly ok to keep a blog as strictly artistic! I came to enjoy blogging and connecting with others. So much so that I keep two. One is strictly business with just a touch of personal, that is the one linked to from my website. From there I list new art, plug gallery matters, upcoming shows, etc. The other is personal, and mostly friends-locked. That’s the one I’ve built friendships with over the last few years, mostly with artists. With that one, we bounce ideas back and forth, brainstorm, encourage one another, discuss family matters, etc. Although I put art in that one too, it’s a nice outlet just to keep up with E-friends and to get a fresh perspective.

By: Rebecca

Rebecca — Fri, 02 Mar 2007 18:30:52 +0000

I’ve found that art-loving non-artists are expecially interested in the art process. People ask me if they can watch me paint. They have questions but are afraid to ask. With my blog, I created a page called “The Artist’s Studio” and have devoted it to showing people the process. They are able to get to know me – not on a personal level, but as an artist. I think that’s a comfortable distance for both writer and audience. If people feel like they know you, your paintings will mean more to them, and it may result in a later purchse and a devoted collector. But, I understand that there is a line between being personable and too open. Tofu is very cute. Yes, kitty pics go a long ways.

By: Pamela Viola

Pamela Viola — Fri, 02 Mar 2007 17:45:47 +0000

Hi. I use my blog as just another venue to get my work on the web. My challenge has been attracting hits. How do you get the word out there and hopefully develop a following?