Why, I ask? I answer with because it’s now easy to do! My new website is operational! The address is https://www.elmpfineart.com and it’s waiting for you to visit right now. Imagine a website where you can get your hands on a finished product, created by me, to hang on your wall for all to see. Now that’s a great reason to buy my art! Not everyone will understand the value, but you do.
I do not know. I needed to say that first. I am trying to do just that, be a working artist. I am actively working on my e-commerce website and it is almost ready to launch – maybe this weekend I’ll be able to show you it. I just participated in the Medium Photo Review where I met some art industry folks who gave me great feedback on my portfolio. Some of that feedback I am already acting on. I have been reading a lot too. Currently I am reading “Art Money Success” by Maria Brophy. Lots of folks have said this is a good book to read (and do as it is a workbook). I read Cory Huff’s book, “How to Sell Your Art Online”, which was very insightful. I also read Jennifer Schwartz/Yoffy’s book, “Crusade for Your Audience”. I liked it too and got some good information from it as well. She was also one of my photo reviewers at the portfolio review. And I have a body of work that is ready to go. I have a proven printer and master framer on board as well. So, I think I have all of the secrets for art success! Thing is, there are no secrets, but I am learning, and applying that that knowledge where I can. It is not easy, but I believe I can and will do this – it is where I want to go. The vision is starting to coalesce. Come on website!
