Tales of the Creative Life

Come enjoy my new feature, “Tales of the Creative Life.” You will really enjoy these parables about the challenges artists face! The parable is an ancient teaching tool. Originating in the oldest storytelling traditions, these simple stories contain a...

10 Galleries for Landscape Painters

Here’s a list of 10 galleries that specialize in landscape painting, complete with their contact information: Waterhouse Gallery – Santa Barbara & Montecito, California Specializes in California Impressionist and landscape paintings. Santa Barbara: 1114...

10 Tips to Improve Your Compositional Skill

Here are 10 tips for artists who want to improve their compositional skill: Use the Rule of Thirds Imagine a grid dividing your canvas into nine equal parts. Place key elements along those lines or at their intersections to create balance and focus. Create a Strong...

If you’re interested in the craft of coaching

I’m providing a new weekly newsletter that focuses specifically on the craft of coaching. If you’re curious about coaching, either as a profession or perhaps because you’ve thought about hiring a coach (like a creativity coach), you might enjoy receiving this free...

15 Sales Tips for Ceramic Artists

Here are 15 sales tips tailored for ceramic artists to help boost visibility, connect with buyers, and increase income: Tell Your Story People buy stories as much as objects. Share the why behind your work—what drew you to clay, what inspires your forms, and how you...