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Making Money/Marketing

Understanding Art Buyers And How To Attract Them To Your Work

Most artists will want to sell to art buyers at some point during their career, but how do beginners break into the world of art collecting and what do they need to know?

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By Mia Harwood
December 1, 2023
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Career/Marketing

LinkedIn For Artists: Is It Any Good For Creatives In 2024?

You're probably already signed up to Instagram, TikTok and Facebook - but did you know LinkedIn is just as useful for artists? In this post, we'll explore the best ways to utilise the business social media platform.

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By Mia Harwood
November 6, 2023
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social media for artists
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A 2024 Guide To Mastering Social Media For Artists

The online space can be hard to get your head around, so we've put together this general guide when it comes to social media for artists.

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By Mia Harwood
October 30, 2023
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Twitter for artists
Marketing

How To Use Twitter For Artists: Simple Yet Effective Ways Of Being Online

As with all social media platforms; they're a great place to build a presence. We take a look at how to successfully use Twitter for artists.

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By Mia Harwood
September 10, 2023
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SEO For Artists: 5 Game-Changing Tips You Need To Know

Gaining traffic to your website is very simple and easy when you know how, so here's some advice when it comes to building SEO for artists.

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By Mia Harwood
April 10, 2023
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Easy And Professional Ways To Start Photographing Artwork

Are you ready to start photographing artwork like a pro? These simple tips will help showcase your work in the best possible light.

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By Mia Harwood
February 20, 2023
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Career/Marketing

13 Profitable Art Business Ideas You Can Start Today

As much as artists love their craft - they also need to earn money. If you're wanting to make profit, try using these art business ideas.

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By Chatty Garrate
January 16, 2023
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Interviews/Marketing

Social Media And Working With Brands As An Illustrator

As part of our Artist Talks, we sat down with illustrator Nic Mac to find out how she's navigating her freelance career as she shares advice for new artists.

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By Mia Harwood
July 6, 2022
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Marketing

5 Easy Tips For Building Your Instagram Presence As A Digital Artist

Artists are finding the need to build their online presence more and more. Here are some ways digital artists can get involved on Instagram.

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By Mia Harwood
June 13, 2022
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Marketing

5 Helpful Things You Can Do Right Now To Get Your Artwork Noticed

In the beginning, all we want is our artwork to be noticed. This can be difficult when starting out, so here's 5 easy tips to help you.

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By Miya Marrs-Tagon
June 8, 2022
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TikTok For Visual Artists: 5 Ways To Maximise Your Reach In 2024

What makes TikTok so great and how can artists use the app to their advantage? Read our top tips to find out!

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By Mia Harwood
June 6, 2022
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Making Money/Marketing

How To Increase Your Sales And Success On Etsy As An Artist

Looking to get more sales on Etsy? This article takes you through all the methods that are sure to increase your success on the selling site.

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By Mia Harwood
February 16, 2022
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Making Money/Marketing

10 Top Tips You Need Before Opening An Etsy Shop

Thinking of opening your very own Etsy shop? Here are a list of things that every artist needs to know before getting started.

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By Mia Harwood
February 14, 2022
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Making Money/Marketing

How To Package and Ship Artwork Effectively

Needing to send your artwork in the post? Read our detailed guide for tips on how packaging artwork for shipping can be done effectively!

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By Mia Harwood
January 24, 2022
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Development/Marketing

7 Mistakes You’re Making With Your Artist Website (And How To Fix Them)

Quick tips on how to improve your artist website. This article covers simple design mistakes you're probably making and how to fix them.

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By Dark Yellow Dot
January 10, 2022
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Making Money/Marketing

How To Start Selling Art On Instagram Successfully (Tips for 2024)

Thinking about selling art on Instagram? Let's walk through our top tips and tricks to get your art shop running successfully!

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By Mia Harwood
January 5, 2022
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Making Money/Marketing

21 Ways To Make More Money At An Art Fair

Selling artwork can take a while to master. Learn how to make money at an art fair using these tips for beginners and professionals alike.

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By Mia Harwood
December 27, 2021
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Making Money/Marketing

12 Tips for Selling Your Art Online (Beginners Guide)

Is it possible to quit your day job and make art your full-time career by selling your art online? Use our 12 top tips to get started.

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By Dark Yellow Dot
October 9, 2021
15 Comments
Making Money/Marketing

How To Sell More Art With Your Writing

Did you know the way you phrase things can significantly impact a buyer's decision to purchase your art? Here's how.

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By Ashuni Pérez
August 3, 2020
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Making Money/Marketing

Expert Advice For Licensing Your Art As A Beginner

Art licensing can be a lucrative and passive income option for some visual artists. In this article, you'll find tips and advice from real artists who earn a great living from having their artwork on products they didn't have to make yourself.

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By Lauren Little
June 29, 2020
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Dark Yellow Dot, Founded by Lauren Little, is an artist-run platform for sharing, connecting, learning and growing as an artist. By curating and organising exhibitions, workshops and other events, we’re supporting and making space for new artists and creative beginners. We’re proud to have featured many artists in their first ever exhibitions and online publications. Read more about DYD here.

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