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You’ll learn:
✓ What art licensing is and how it can bring more consistency to your art business and even out the ebbs & flows of your income
✓ Ways to leverage licensing and turn it into passive income that makes the most of the time and energy you have available
✓ How the art licensing industry works & how it’s different from what most artists are used to
✓ How licensing portfolios are unique and what it takes to build one that sells
✓ Tactics for finding the right buyers for your work and cultivating relationships
30+ Artist Freelance Resources: Podcasts, Books, & Job Boards to Find & Manage Clients
Are you a freelance artist looking to grow your art business? Here’s a round-up list of 30+ resources—from our top freelance book recommendations, to job boards and freelance podcasts.
80+ Business and Marketing Books, Podcasts, and Tools for Artists
Here are 80+ resources to help you start an art business. From the best website builders for artists to the best books for artists, read this article to learn more!
Running an Art Business with a Partner
What if we told you that you don’t have to do everything on your own? We don’t! Most people don’t think having a partner is an option when running an art business, but it totally is!
Why You SHOULD Work for Free as an Artist
It’s a complicated topic that’s hard to navigate in any industry. We spoke with Adam Vicarel on when artists should and shouldn’t work for free.
How to Manage and Accept Payments as a Freelance Artist
So you’re ready to start taking payments from freelance clients! But where do you start? Find out how to manage and accept payments as a freelance artist!
How I Became a Full-Time Artist - Katie’s Story
If you have a dream of one day becoming a full-time artist and being your own boss, I’m here to tell you it’s possible. I know because I’ve done it. And today I’m going to share how I went from an art director at an ad agency to owner of multiple art-related businesses.
Are You Ready To Leave Your Day Job?
Are you ready to leave your day job and become a self-employed artist? We’re laying out some tips to help you assess and prepare.
Finding and Sharing Inspiration with Peggy Dean
We had the pleasure of chatting with artist, author, and educator Peggy Dean of The Pigeon Letters during COVID19 about staying inspired and monetizing your passion. We talk about Skillshare, passion projects, and pivoting to channel your creative energy when you feel stuck and uninspired.
Business Plans for Artists
Are you an artist or creative business owner wondering how to make a business plan? You're in the right place. Whether you're self employed or running a side hustle, this guide will help you create a plan that considers everything from your various income streams to your offerings and pricing, marketing strategies, financial goals and projections, and how you plan to grow.
LLC or Sole Proprietorship: Which Business Structure is Right for Your Art Business?
Which business structure should you choose for your art business? LLC? Sole Proprietorship? In this article, we break down the ins and outs of both business entities and why you might choose one over the other.
The Freelancer’s Guide to Getting Paid
Wondering how to set your payment policies, when to send your invoice, what should be on it, how to process payments, and what software can help? We’ve got you.
10 Organic Marketing Ideas for Artists
Searching for genuine ways to connect to your audience without spending a dime on paid marketing? We got you!
10 Procreate Resources You Need (Color Palettes, Brushes & More)
10 Procreate resources you don’t want to live without. From tutorials to brushes, and even our favorite accounts to follow!