Comments on: Why Does One Artist Sell Better Than Another?

By: Christina Jarmolinski

Thu, 21 Mar 2013 03:41:51 +0000

I have found the best thing to do for yourself as an artist is to communicate with the world- for starters no better way than on the internet. Here you can reach Goa, India, if you care to or Amsterdam, Holland.
Being an artist on the other hand I find taking the effort, going to art show openings of colleagues, wishing them well and connecting with admirers of the visual arts, makes my life richer and more meaningful. I love meeting others, learning and exchanging views. Don’t be afraid to travel!-Learn other cultures.
Most of the collectors of my art are interesting, educated people looking for the unique and genuine. They enjoy conversing with me and more enjoyable to purchase a piece of my art.
My website is http://www.jarmolinski.com (check out my blog-)/blog. I hope you enjoy taking the journey with me through my art. God Bless and Namaste’.

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By: Jean Hess

Thu, 28 Feb 2013 20:12:59 +0000

In reply to Vanessa.

A standout commentary! What you say is backed by other contributions. For example, the earlier comments about energy explains work quantity, and surely likeability/personality would help with marketing. But your exacting tone poem is something we all should embroider and put on pillows in every room!

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By: Fine Art

Wed, 04 Jul 2012 13:06:50 +0000

1. The artist has a wider reach (contacts, friends, galleries, markets to sell to)
2. The artist has a higher reputation (good image, his art works are talked at grapevines and traditional mediums)
3. The artist produces quality art.
Number 3 is the x-factor. They can have the same styles, size, pricing, but it is always the quality of work that tips the scale.

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By: Esther J. Williams

Tue, 03 Jul 2012 19:40:16 +0000

1. Gets people to believe in the art and they have to own it.
2. Builds relationships with people.
3. Enjoys what they do and it shows in the art they produce.
Believing in yourself is more powerful than anything, people will gravitate to your energy and the art you make. Putting yourself into your art with all your energy, learn about art, improve your skills. Put yourself out there on the line, create quality art. Do painting demonstrations or paint in front of people. Last of all, COMMUNICATE both socially and on social media. Have an up to date interactive website, enewsletters and blogs.

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By: Charlotte Herczfeld

Mon, 02 Jul 2012 18:46:20 +0000

Coming late to the party, but I’m thinking:
1) The artwork evokes emotions.
2) Artist has a mailing list and is able to write stories which connect emotionally.
3) Artist (and/or gallery) *uses* email list and sends newsletters with stories and images to clients and their followers.
Sorry, but an artist who is less skilled at painting technique (including style and composition), but has good skills at connecting, will sell more.
As with any sales, it is a people business.

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By: Roopa Dudley

Mon, 02 Jul 2012 02:08:35 +0000

I have noticed that most successful artists have paintings that have a distinct style. Something like a BRAND that Alyson has mentioned in her book. I completely agree and identify with that. It is like finding that style and being creative with the content that comes from one’s heartand thoughts. After all as an Artist it is my DUTY to bare my soul by using visual communication. When I create a painting, I am giving away bits and pieces of what makes me who I am even if I am painting a STILL LIFE. So here is what I believe: 1. The Artist is PASSIONATE about what he/she does and does so consistantly with a distinct style. 2. The Artist takes time to develop and maintain relationships with close friends, family, as well as Art Collectors by posting blogs about what is happening in their lives Professionally and sometimes even Personally and updating their websites with new works periodically with good resolution pictures. 3. The Artist takes time to organize Art Exhibits as well as keeping the prices reasonable enough that if someone really likes their work, the collector does not have to think twice about how it will drain him/her financially.
Having a FACEBOOK Page as an ARTIST is a MUST. In the end it all boils down to how PROFESSIONAL an Artist comes across as.

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By: Roopa Dudley

Mon, 02 Jul 2012 01:41:23 +0000

In reply to kathy kolada.

That is a logical and reasonable expectation from an Artist. That is why people prefer to buy from a Professional Artist or someone who has a Passion for Art…even if that passion is a part-time thing. It is understandable that most of us Artists need a full time job to make the ends especially if we have a family to feed and support our passion to continue being an Artist…which can get real expensive real fast.

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By: Alyson Stanfield

Sun, 01 Jul 2012 14:52:24 +0000

In reply to maggie winnall.

Maggie: If you’re expecting “the answer” from me, you won’t receive it. Deep Thought Thursday is for YOUR answers.

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By: K. Henderson

Sun, 01 Jul 2012 04:07:37 +0000

It seems that most of you think that the artists has to hang around the gallery all day long and engage the collector, tell stories, and dazzle them with your wit.
When do you have time to paint? How many days do you spend at each of your galleries? What happens on the days you aren’t at the gallery? Why have a gallery if you have to be there to dazzle the collector?
Do you think that the top selling artists hang around the galleries and chat all day long?

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By: K. Henderson

Sun, 01 Jul 2012 03:55:17 +0000

Francine, nope, Alyson stated in the scenario that the sizes were the same.
(and I don’t like landscapes)

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