ArtSites Updates

We've been getting more and more questions about blogging and I thought it would be good to write down a few tips and points specifically for visual artists blogging. Since you're a visual artist, your blog should be HIGHLY VISUAL!

Generally, each blog post should have at least one large image (more is perfectly fine) and a few sentences about the image and why it's important. Simple, right?!

Well, the next question is: What do I blog about?

Here are a few suggestions:

• Works-in-progress: post your artwork as it's coming together or ask others for feedback
• New Works: pieces you've just finished
• Old Works: pieces that haven't been seen or discussed in a while
• New Collectors: pieces you've just sold and that have found a new home :-)
• Your Inspirations: these could be as simple as a photo of a sunset, a photo, or another piece of artwork. What inspires you and where do your ideas come from?
• Upcoming shows, classes, or other events: share what you're up to and where you'll be
• Interesting Museums or Exhibits: where have you been or what have you seen recently?
• Videos: share videos of your work process, your work space, or a basic or new art technique
• A Creative Theme: Pick a creative them, e.g. in January, I'll blog about sunny/summery things, show my bright, colorful pieces, etc.
• New Colors or Media: share what you're exploring/experimenting with, new brushes, new techniques, or even a new color
• Selling Art: share your experiences and challenges
• Your Background: education, classes, where you learned your craft, etc.
• Why you became an artist: curious minds would LOVE to know! :-)

• Create a Blog Post
• Send a Blog Post (Newsletter) to Your Mailing List

If you have any other questions, just ask!