I’d Rather Be in the Studio!: The Artist’s No-Excuse Guide to Self-Promotion [FOURTH EDITION]

by Alyson B. Stanfield

"I'd rather be in the studio!" is just one of many excuses art-marketing consultant Alyson B. Stanfield hears from artists who aren't promoting their art effectively. Rather than listen to any more whining and complaining, Stanfield took the top eight excuses and built a how-to book to counter each one. I'd Rather Be in the Studio! provides easy-to-follow self-promotion practices that help artists find their way at any point in their careers. Match Internet marketing strategies with sincere personal skills to take charge of your art career. What Others Are Saying "I can see that artists who read your book will be poised to take over the world. . . . It is a GREAT book!!! You have done an excellent job!" —Mary Ann Archibald "To say your book has been of value to me would be a major understatement. It is a remarkable book in so many ways. I've never seen so much valuable information in one place, and presented in such an accessible and organized way. And I must say that the design of the book, including the marvelous cover, is top-notch. I love your use of the exclamation point for obvious reasons. :-)" —Burnell Yow! "This is the best marketing book for artists that I have ever read. It is very involving to the effect that I almost feel like the author is specifically talking to me personally." —D.S. Holliman, artist "I'd Rather Be In The Studio! is hands down THE BEST book I have ever read on art business and marketing and I have read them all! You nailed every single thing that I am up against and have given totally workable solutions. You write as thought you have been in my studio peering over my shoulder and taking notes! I can't thank you enough! I am recommending it to all of my artist friends" —Deborah O'Sullivan, artist "I felt that when I was reading the book, it was like a mentor was whispering in my ear. I hope this book is required reading in art schools." —Kim Harrell, artist and gallery owner

Genres: Art, Business, Nonfiction

290 pages, Kindle Edition

Published April 17, 2019

About the author

Alyson B. Stanfield has been consulting with artists since her days as a museum curator and educator. She started Art Biz Success (2002) to help artists improve how they present themselves and their art to the world. Since then, she has helped thousands of artists all over the world through her courses, blog, podcast, online communities, live workshops, and publications. When not in the office, you can catch her popping in to a museum exhibition, hiking, cheering on her beloved Colorado Rockies, or lounging with her two cats.

Reviews

[Vanya Prodanova · Rating 4 out of 5]

Леле, авторката на книгата въобще не се свени да ти каже истината в лицето. :)

Доста приятна книжка. Имаше си доста промотиране на собствените й продукти, ама визирайки, че целта е да те научи да излезеш от комфортната си зона и да почнеш да се промотираш сам, защото няма кой друг да го направи... ами, щеше да е странно тя да не се рекламира в собствената си книга.

Книгата е насочена към художници и визирам класическото определение на художник, което на моменти прави предоставената информация трудна за пречупване през твоята призма, но с малко повече въображение и отворено съзнание, може всяко едно от предложенията да ги приложиш към собствената си ситуация. Сега... дали наистина ще имаш смелостта и енергията, това е друга тема на разговор.

Та, книгата е вдъхновяваща. Авторката не пропуска нито едно от популярните извинения, които артистите си казват, за да оправдаят защо не правят нещо или защо правят друго, но да си призная колкото и вдъхновяваща да беше книгата, на мен ми дойде една идея повече в насока плашеща, натоварваща и уморителна. Е, авторката не го крие това, де. :)

[Karen · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent reference that I'll go back to again and again. So, "will never finish" because it will stay relevant for years to come! Thank you Alyson!

[Brad Blackman · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great update to an already excellent book. If you want to grow your art business but can’t yet afford a business coach, this is the next best thing.