with host artist Miriam Schulman
If you’re wondering what art collectors are buying right now in 2026, here’s the truth: they haven’t stopped buying, they’ve become more intentional about what they say yes to. I’m seeing this shift clearly through real market data and from artists who are actively selling today, and it comes down to something deeper than trends or pricing. When your work is positioned with clarity, confidence, and a strong emotional connection, it becomes far easier for someone to say yes. This is where the opportunity is right now for artists who want to grow their art business and attract serious collectors.
“Collectors are still buying, but they’re saying yes to very specific kinds of art, and most artists are completely misreading the signals.” – Miriam Schulman
In this podcast, you will learn…
- Why collectors prefer “livable” art that fits real homes
- How emotional connection drives art buying decisions more than trends
- How to remove friction so collectors feel confident buying your work
“The question isn’t, are people buying art? The question is what kinds of art are collectors actually saying yes to in 2026 and why?” – Miriam Schulman
Links Mentioned
📖 Artpreneur, by Miriam Schulman: The go-to handbook for artists aspiring to turn their passion into a sustainable and profitable career. This book offers inspiring stories and practical advice that empower artists to embrace a confident mindset and follow a clear path to creative and financial freedom.
🎨 Free Masterclass “How to Sell More Art”: Learn proven strategies to grow your art sales without burning out on social media. This free training will show you how to attract collectors and thrive as a creative entrepreneur.
✨ Luxury Positioning Checklist: Elevate how collectors perceive your art by learning the subtle signals serious buyers look for on your website, presentation, and messaging so you can position your work with confidence and attract higher-end collectors (without changing your artistic style).
Books!
About the host, Miriam Schulman
In case we haven’t met yet, I’m an artist and founder of The Inspiration Place, where I help other artists learn how to profit from their passion. Through online classes, business coaching programs, and a top-ranked podcast, I’ve helped thousands of artists around the world develop their skill sets and create more time and freedom to do what they love. My signature coaching program, The Artist Incubator, helps artists go from so-so sales to sold-out collections.
After witnessing 9/11, I abandoned a lucrative hedge fund job to work on my art full time. Since then, my art and story have been featured in major publications including Forbes, What Women Create, The New York Times, Art of Man, Art Journaling magazine, Professional Artist Magazine, Igniting Creativity as well as featured on NBC’s “Parenthood” and the Amazon series “Hunters” with Al Pacino. Check out my best-selling book with HarperCollins Leadership, Artpreneur: The Step-by-Step Guide to Making a Sustainable Living From Your Creativity, wherever books are sold. When I’m not in the studio, I split my time between New York City and a farmhouse in the country. I’d love to invite you to check out one of my free resources for art lovers (of every passion level) at schulmanart.com/freebies
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Listener shout out of the week!
I liked Miriam’s approach to training and teaching. I also like having accountability.
~Catherine Clancy
Chelsea Artpreneur Studio · New York City
What’s the biggest bottleneck holding your art business back?
Maybe it feels like pricing. Maybe it’s finding the right collectors, choosing the right opportunities, or figuring out what deserves your attention next. Or maybe you can see 3 different directions your business could go, and you’re tired of guessing which one is right.
That’s what we’re working on at the Chelsea Artpreneur Studio, October 28–29 in New York City.
This isn’t a conference or another workshop where you leave with forty new ideas. I’m bringing together a small group of established artists for two days of hands-on strategy built around the actual problems you bring into the room. We’ll look at your business, figure out what’s really holding it back, make the decisions, and map out exactly what comes next.
You’ll also have a professional branding portrait session, plus plenty of time around the table with a small group of artists who take their businesses as seriously as you do.
You’ll leave knowing what’s actually holding your business back, what needs to change, and most of all, what to do next.
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Good stuff!
You mentioned the importance of trust, and showing reviews. I have a few reviews I recently grabbed via judge.me, but I need more. I heard someone mention grabbing comments off of social media (that read like reviews)–are we allowed to use comments made on our social media accounts on our websites?
Thank you for this awesome podcast episode! Very motivating! I am the most surprised about pricing…and a little bit about size. I thought my 20″ x 20″ I commonly create in might be too large for some people, but now I understand that is on the smaller end, which is great to know.
I am surprised at the pricing as well. My ppsi is too low. Do I just overnight raise my prices, or how should I handle this?