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There Aren’t Enough Read Hours

by Alyson Stanfield on September 30, 2011

I gave away a copy of my book to an artist unknown in the faraway land of Australia. Something very cool happened as a result. Read about it.

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Just Because . . .

by Alyson Stanfield on September 26, 2011

Say thanks just because your heart is full. Be nice just because it’s Monday. Expect nothing in return. Do it just because.

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6 Be’s of the Art Biz

by Guest Blogger on August 14, 2011

Guest blogger Mara Purl is an actress-turned-writer-performer-producer. The central character in her soon-to-be-released book is a fine artist. In this post, Mara shares what she calls the Be’s of the Art Biz: Be Authentic, Be Brave, Be Persistent, Be in Integrity, Be in Experience, and Be Creative.

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Reminders for Your Art Biz

by Alyson Stanfield on May 25, 2011

It’s easy to get caught up in the tsunami of advice, marketing tools, and social media messages. Take time to remember what is most important. It’s the annual Memorial Day issue of the Art Marketing Action newsletter. Slow down and make sure you’re on track with these reminders.

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7 Ways to Establish That Your Art Has Value

by Alyson Stanfield on March 30, 2011

Whether or not you have a sales track record for your art, practice these 7 ideas whenever you can in order to establish value for your art and to gain confidence in your work.

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Artists’ Ideas <- Deep Thought Thursday

by Alyson Stanfield on April 15, 2010

Today’s Deep Thought should get your juices flowing. All I’m asking is . . . Is there such a thing as an original idea in art anymore? Has everything been done before? Have all the good ideas been taken?

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Deep Thought Thursday: 1 piece of art

by Alyson Stanfield on September 3, 2009

Here’s a little game you can play at the next exhibit you visit. What do you want to take home with you? Why? Play the game by thinking back to the last art exhibit you visited.

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Podcast: Ignite the fire in your belly

by Alyson Stanfield on April 20, 2009

Ignite the fire in your belly! You need to be a self-starter and find the enthusiasm that will energize you to succeed in making a living from your art. Here are six ideas to keep the flame burning brightly! More on This Topic Art Marketing Action newsletter (a written version of this podcast) You're a [...]

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Podcast: Exercise your gratitude muscle

by Alyson Stanfield on November 24, 2008

Saying “Thanks” isn’t something you should take lightly. It should be a serious component of your art business. Prefer reading to listening? Check out the Art Marketing Action newsletter. (There’s a link to a giveaway on that page.) Don’t miss my video Affirmations for Artists. Positive messages for artists in today’s economy Subscribe to the [...]

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