‘There is something wonderful in feeling the presence of the writer within you, of something wilful that seems to have a plan’ … George Saunders.

Writing an Artist Statement can be an intimidating hurdle for artists. However, these statements are often required when pursuing opportunities such as exhibitions, grants, or awards. Artist Statements should cover three basics elements: What, Why, and How. A great artist statement will grant the viewer a deeper understanding about the artist and their work.

Emerging vs. Established: The terms are useful for providing a general idea of an artist's career stage

Artists considering participating in art auctions should be aware of several key aspects to navigate the process effectively.

When was the last time you allowed yourself to "hunker down"? The definition of "hunker down" is to make yourself comfortable in a place or situation - OR - to stay in place for a period of time.

Greg Edmondson answers the question, “Which three skills or qualities should artists focus on?”

For the past 12 years, I've focused on my career as an arts administrator and haven't been actively engaged in my own artistic practice. Now, after more than a year of writing these notes to you, something must have rubbed off… as I’ve found that I’ve been inspired to reengage my art practice.

Focusing on incorporating practices that support our individual happiness may be more important than ever. According to a recent Gallup Poll article, "clinical depression had been slowly rising in the U.S. prior to the COVID-19 pandemic but has jumped notably in its wake.

We hope you find this season filled with inspiration, creativity, and generosity!

Recently, I've had several conversations around rest, focus, attention, and deep work. That we need regular breaks from various media, the demand to be productive, and the constant connection to devices and social networks. The lesson being that we as humans need to invest in offline practices that allow us to replenish and restore.