{"product_id":"the-business-of-being-an-artist-9781621538134","title":"The Business of Being an Artist","description":"\u003cb\u003eYou've got the artistic talent; now learn how to make a career out of it!\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eFine artists are taught many things about the history, theory, and craft of art in art schools and university art programs, but rarely do they learn much, if anything, about how to make a career of their talents. \u003ci\u003eThe Business of Being an Artist\u003c\/i\u003e, now in its sixth edition, contains information on how artists may develop a presence in the art world that leads to sales. The book contains information on how artists can learn to sell their work directly to the public with an understanding of the principles of marketing and sales as they're applicable to works of art. Artists will also learn how to find a suitable gallery that will arrange sales and commissions and how to set up a contractual relationship with the dealer that is both equitable and profitable. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eAmong the topics covered in \u003ci\u003eThe Business of Being an Artist\u003c\/i\u003e are: the range of exhibition opportunities for emerging and mid-career artists; how to set prices for artwork; when or if artists should pay to advance their careers; how artists may communicate with the public; applying for loans, grants, and fellowships; areas of the law that concern artists; using art materials safely; online sales and marketing, and much more. In addition to all of this priceless information, \u003ci\u003eThe Business of Being an Artist\u003c\/i\u003e includes a unique discussion of some of the emotional issues that face artists throughout their careers, such as working alone, confronting stereotypes, handling criticisms and rejection, the glare of publicity, and the absence of attention. Without a doubt, \u003ci\u003eThe Business of Being an Artist \u003c\/i\u003eis a must-have book for every artist ready to turn their talent into a successful business.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eDaniel Grant\u003c\/b\u003e is a contributing editor of \u003ci\u003eAmerican Artist\u003c\/i\u003e magazine. He is the author of six books including \u003ci\u003eThe Artist's Guide: Making It in New York City\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eHow to Grow as an Artist\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003eThe Fine Artist's Career Guide\u003c\/i\u003e (all published by Allworth Press). His articles and essays have appeared in such publications as \u003ci\u003eARTnews\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eArt in America\u003c\/i\u003e, the \u003ci\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eWashington Post\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eWall Street Journal\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eNew Criterion\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eArt \u0026amp; Auction\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003eArt \u0026amp; Antiques\u003c\/i\u003e, among others. He has taught courses and lectured on career issues for visual artists at numerous colleges and public arts agencies in the United States. He lives in Amherst, Massachusetts.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Allworth","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50486179168530,"sku":"9781621538134","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_96febeb9-1c6d-4354-9e59-21024832cac5.jpg?v=1730420916","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/the-business-of-being-an-artist-9781621538134","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}