I am super thrilled to be the Featured Artist on Artsy Shark! Several months ago, I found a call for artists on the Artsy Shark website. The cost was $25 to enter. It can cost a lot of money to enter a competition. I try to be careful with how many fees I send out per year and research whether or not I think it is worth it. Entry fees can deter artists from entering for a.) fear of rejection and b.) too costly to risk the rejection. Artsy Shark and owner Carolyn Edlund are sympathetic and committed to helping artists promote their work. It has a huge range of articles, tutorials, tips and tools to help artists. Marketing is not my strong suit, therefore I constantly search for ways to learn about self promotion. I subscribe to many different marketing newsletters. This one is at the top of my list!
As a featured artist, they send you many ways you to use the article to promote yourself and and your art. Click here to read the article or download the pdf.
If you are interested promoting yourself, and your art I recommend you check out Artsy Shark. It is a huge website with lots of different tools, tips and resources for artists who want to sell their art.
As the Fall approaches we are all concerned about being able to stay healthy, happy and continue to be creative! If you are interested in studying with me, I am offering 4 online classes in the safety and comfort of your home. To learn more about my classes please CLICK HERE.
Congratulations ! ! ! No one deserves it more. Your work is amazing and a joy to view.
Thanks so much Beth! I am honored at your sweet, kind response to this blog post. ~Mindy
Congratulations, Mindy. I understand how you feel about promoting your work. I find it difficult as well, but your work is not only beautiful… you are documenting our world for future generations. ☺️
Thanks Kyle! Self promotion will always be a “I don’t want to do it” kinda thing for me but it is necessary…ugh! The good thing about it is it allows me to continue to do my art and get it out in front of people. Educating the world about nature through my art is so important to me. Thanks for stopping by! ~Mindy
Mindy, this is so well deserved. Amazing as always. Stay well. Stay safe.
Thanks Lou! I really appreciate you leaving me this wonderful comment. All is well and you stay well, safe and creative too! ~Mindy
Mindy,
Great news! Always a bonus to have another avenue to promote your talent.
Thanks for reaching out. Keep up the amazing work.
Thanks Claudia! So great to hear from you. I hope you are continuing to create your art also. Cheers! Mindy
Well earned and well deserved Mindy! You have always brought your art to life and devoted your life to your art. As always, I am in awe of you.
Awwww! Thanks Paul! That was really nice of you to say. Hope all is well and you are still working with your camera!
~Mindy
Seeing your email, page and magnificent artwork is a bright spot in many months during this trying time. Actually, it’s a joy to look at them at anytime.
I fondly recall taking your classes at the BBG. Now I’m inspired to finish my new website (old one taken down), and perhaps sign up with Artsy Shark.
You are amazing!
Hi Lynne! Thanks so much for this wonderful comment. Things certainly have been troublesome this year. I always try to keep pushing forward and doing what I love. Good luck with getting your new website up. Let me know when it is up and running. Would love to see what you have been up to!
Take care,
Mindy