with host artist Miriam Schulman
Want to know the best way to market your art? It’s all about building personal relationships. Joining me in conversation today is artist business coach, Alyson Stanfield.
In this podcast, you will discover…
- Why you don’t need to live in an “art town”
- Why email is great…but sometimes picking up the phone is better
- Why getting involved in your community can help you sell art…and we’re not just talking about your art community
Links Mentioned
- artbizsuccess.com
- Alyson Stanfield: “I’d Rather Be in the Studio: The Artist’s No Excuse Guide to Self-Promotion”
- Art Biz Podcast
- Schulmanart.com/biz
- The Inspiration Place Podcast – Episode 37: The Romance of Selling Art
Alyson’s New Book
About Alyson Stanfield
Alyson Stanfield has been helping artists become more productive and profitable at Art Biz Success since 2002. She is the founder of the Art Career Success System, which turns your business tasks into routines that you can use at any point in your art business and career. She recently released the 4th edition of her book, I’d Rather Be in the Studio: The Artist’s No-Excuse Guide to Self-Promotion, and is excited that it’s available in print for all of the artists who didn’t like e-books.
About the host, Miriam Schulman
In case we haven’t met yet, I’m a watercolor and mixed media artist. My art has been featured in numerous publications such as Somerset Studio, and I’m the founder of The Inspiration Place where I give my students stepping stones to create beautiful art as well as the emotional support they need to stay inspired. See the art I create at art.SchulmanArt.com or learn how to paint with me at TheInspirationPlace.net
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Listener shout out of the week!
“Miriam Schulman has monetized her creativity – without ‘selling out’ or losing her inspiration. her success and down-to-earth advice will motivate you to express more, create more, and become the inspiration for others.”
~Annie B.
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