As an artist you need to plan the year now. You may not know all the fairs and shows coming up but the ones you do know need to be in your calendar.
Here are 5 tips to begin an awesome year of making and selling your art.
1. Find fun shows you would like to participate in. I live in Provo, UT. I'm going to look at shows near me first. For instance, The Art Stroll happens every first Friday in downtown Provo, Lots of businesses look for artists to show work on their walls. Here are a few places to check out.
* Writ and Vision
* Pioneer Book
*Covey Center for the Arts
* Provo Library
You may have an Art Stroll or something similar in your town.
2. Join Organizations such as Utah County Art Board or Utah Valley Artist Guild. These groups host shows and would love to help you get into a show. There are groups in every state.
3. Organize your inventory. If you know you need 2 pieces for a show in January, 2 in February and 5 in March you have some work to do. Calendar these events and plan your artwork accordingly. It won't be fun if you are hurrying to get work done ant the last minute.
4. Apply to shows outside your immediate neighborhood. I know it's a little scary but well worth the effort. You never know when a gallery owner will see your work and want to represent you. Check online for local shows. Use sites like these.
* CaFE'
*ZAPPPlication
*The Art Guide
* Artist Trust
5. Don't overextended. Save time to enjoy going to shows just o see other artist's work. Keep your studio time sacred and get a good planner.
Enjoy your year of making and selling your art.
