8 ways for artists to successfully sell art (they're doable, really!)
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Most artists would love to make a living from their art, but this can be a difficult and frustrating effort. This presentation suggests specific proactive steps artists can take to increase their chances for financial success, and to take ownership of their careers.
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8 ways for artists to successfully sell art (they're doable, really!)
- 1. 8 little-known ways for! artists to successfully ! sell art (they’re doable, really) c. Mercartto Inc. 2014
- 2. You’re an artist. c. Mercartto Inc. 2014
- 3. You want to make a living from your art, right? c. Mercartto Inc. 2014
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- 5. But you’re finding it hard. c. Mercartto Inc. 2014
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- 7. Don’t worry. c. Mercartto Inc. 2014
- 8. There are things you can do to increase your chances of success. c. Mercartto Inc. 2014
- 9. 1. Bring on the effort.! Effort and persistence are essential. Successful artists invest a lot of effort into their reputations. c. Mercartto Inc. 2014
- 10. 2. Let that personality shine.! Dull and boring aren’t big sellers. c. Mercartto Inc. 2014
- 11. 3. Have convictions.! Whatever your beliefs, stand firm. Successful artists don’t waffle. c. Mercartto Inc. 2014
- 12. 4. Exposure!! Painstakingly build your resume, one line at a time. c. Mercartto Inc. 2014
- 13. 5. Know how to market.! Thought-provoking titles, controversial subjects, running your shows: take ownership of creating your brand. c. Mercartto Inc. 2014
- 14. 6. Sell when you can.! Opportunity crosses your path every day.! So do buyers. c. Mercartto Inc. 2014
- 15. 7. Fall in with the right crowd.! Identify influencers who deal, curate, recommend and purchase art. Convince them that you’re committed to making art. c. Mercartto Inc. 2014
- 16. 8. Be professional.! Do what you say you’ll do.! Apply good manners, and! follow through. c. Mercartto Inc. 2014
- 17. As an artist, your job is to make people who admire your art feel comfortable with you as both an artist and businessperson. c. Mercartto Inc. 2014
- 18. Before you know it, you’ll be this guy: c. Mercartto Inc. 2014
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- 20. Visit us at! http://mercartto.com c. Mercartto Inc. 2014