Over the past decade, Shirley-Ann O’Neill and Laura O’Hare have worked with hundreds of artists to help successfully build their practices and sell their work. During the past two years they have built a community which focuses onsupporting artists in their professional lives. Now, they are sharing their knowledge and experience with you.Good Art Does Not Sell Itself guides artists through the ins and outs of income streams and art sales. Success is ajourney and this book is the roadmap. No matter what stage you are at in your career, Good Art Does Not Sell Itself will equip you with the knowledge to increase your visibility and create more opportunities.
This was a useful book detailing how to become more visible and successful as an artist. Presented as a series of short but detailed guidance tips that covered three areas: forging positive mindset and habits (confidence, dealing with rejection), getting "artwork ready" (portfolio development, press kit), and finding and taking advantage of opportunities to gain visibility. Some of the resources mentioned are specific to artists from Great Britain, but the general principles apply to artists from any location.