Free Resources

The Artist’s 6 Stages of Initiation
NOTE: I have a super exciting opportunity to share with you. I’m going to France this summer, and you’re invited too! >>> Click here to learn more. <<< In business school, they talk about The 6

How to Know if You’re a Professional Artist or an Amateur
Are you a professional artist? And how does one even define “professional” artist? Here’s the thing about building a career as an artist – people will only take you as seriously as you do. It doesn’t

4 Surprising Places to Sell Your Art
Artist, are you limiting yourself to traditional galleries, museums and art fairs to sell your art? Or maybe you’ve ventured online? While these are good places to start, there are so many more opportunities to sell

How to Build an Audience for Your Art
One of the biggest challenges artists face when marketing their art is building an audience. If you’re struggling with this, you’re certainly not alone! Recently I led a private workshop with a group of artists. During

8 Female Artists You Need to Know
Art history is full of stories about famous white men who created breathtaking art – but what about the female artists who have made an impact in the art world? Women have been historically discouraged from

The #1 Website Mistake That Artists Make
I wanted to introduce a new voice today. Eddie Davis Eddie is the founder of ETCHster, an artist website platform. Eddie and I recently had a zoom conversation where we shared experiences as businesses who serve the

How To Achieve A High Level Of Success In The Art World
“Dear Crista,” the email began. “How can I achieve a high level of success in the art world?” Ah! That elusive goal of “a high level of success.” Artists ask me about it all the time.

Do You Show Your Work For “Good Exposure?”
It happened again. An artist wrote to me about a project she was offered, excited by the opportunity. She wasn’t going to be paid, mind you, but it would be “good exposure.” Ah good exposure! The two words

How Amateur Artists Go Pro
What’s an artist to do when confronted with the complexities of a creative life? Create a new picture. Work through the blocks between where you are now and where you want to be. “But Crista,” you say.

My Favorite Podcasts For Artists
There’s no denying that podcasts have become uber-popular over the last few years. Doesn’t it seem like everyone’s got one now? There’s certainly no shortage of inspiring podcasts for artists. If you want to listen and

How to Get Meaningful Feedback on Your Art
Every day (or so it seems!) an artist I’ve never met in my life asks me to look at their work online and give them feedback. Usually I try to explain as kindly as I can

NFT Art and Cryptocurrency: The Digital Renaissance
Towards the end of last year we saw the emergence of NFTs and NFT art. NFTs quickly became popular amongst art collectors, artists and other digital creatives. And this shows no signs of slowing down. But

Organization for Artists
I don’t know about you, but I’d much rather hang out with The Muse and make stuff than create an inventory. I think we can all agree on that. But anyone can chase inspiration, that’s the

The 7 Best Online Art Masterclasses
Looking to brush up on your craft in the new year? With no shortage of online art masterclasses available, it can be difficult to know where to begin. And while self-study is a great option to

How Critiquing Art Can Make You a Better Artist
Critiquing art. I’m not going to lie to you, it can be a minefield. Having others critique your art and give feedback on your work is such an important part of becoming an artist. It’s essential,

Step by Step Guide to Marketing Your Art (without being salesy!)
There are really only two things you need to build an art career – craft and voice. And while it may be obvious what you need to do in order to hone your craft, what about

How Artists Find Their Voice
“Hey Crista, how do I develop originality and find my voice in the artwork?” one artist recently asked. “Do you have any tips?” I do! There are several things that artists can do to find their own

What’s your Artist Dream?
Artists are dreamers. Often we operate in two different worlds: the vibrant, colorful, mystical world inside of our heads and…well… the real world. The real world isn’t as fun. Bills demand to be paid. Responsibilities need