You'll discover everything you need to transform your artistic passion into a thriving business, from finding inspiration and developing your talent to mastering marketing, finance, and PR specifically for the art world. Our constantly updated articles, case studies, and expert advice give you all the knowledge and confidence to succeed. Start an Art Business is here to help.
Set Goals for Your Start Up Business
Writing down your startup goals keeps you on track and makes success feel less overwhelming.
Finances and Tax for the Self-Employed Artist
Self-employed artists need to handle tax, national insurance and pensions properly to avoid fines and plan for slow months.
How to Get Commissions for Your Art
Getting art commissions means building a strong reputation and online presence so buyers find you and want to hire you for custom work.
Building a Core of Repeat Business
Repeat customers are the foundation of a stable art business, costing less to maintain and generating powerful word-of-mouth growth.
How to Get Commissions for Your Art
Getting art commissions means building a strong reputation and online presence so buyers find you and want to hire you for custom work.
How to Photograph Art for Publicity
Get clear, accurate photos of your artwork using natural light and the right camera settings for online sales and promotion.
How to Start an Online Art Gallery
Set up an online art gallery without the overhead of a physical space and reach more buyers while keeping more profit.
Identifying Trends in the Art World
Keep your art business competitive by staying ahead of current trends in the industry and understanding what customers actually want.
Licensing Your Art
Art licencing lets you earn money from your work by letting manufacturers use your designs on products like clothing, cards, and home goods.
Run a Successful Art Workshop Day
Run an art workshop day to boost income, build your reputation, and get fresh creative feedback from participants.
Social Networking and Your Art Business
Build your art business by connecting with audiences and clients through social networking and online platforms.
How to Price Your Art
Set your art prices based on market research, time spent, and key factors like size and medium instead of guessing.
Teaching Art: A Case Study
How one artist traded office work to teach painting and build a business around her passion.