How to Succeed as an Artist

Here is a list I made based off of a "How To Fail As An Artist" blog by Alyson Stanfield (unfortunately I cannot find a link to her blogpost ☹️). This piece of paper lives on the wall of my studio as a basic guide for what could assist me to grow and manage my art buisness.

Here is a video of my reading this list and talking about it:
​https://youtu.be/eMX3roXpztQ

How to to succeed as an Artist -

• Do your work
• Believe in abundance
• Be proud of your art
• Embrace success
• Trust in your ability to sell
• Clear artists statement
• Great portfolio shots
• Update website
• Update blog
• Take art and buisness classes
• Be aware of deadlines
• Organize your studio
• Price work affordably
• Send in applications on time
• Marketing
• Network
• Return phone calls and emails
• Engage gallery visitors
• Volunteer