The Artist Business Plan

In this episode of The Artist Business Plan we sit down with Peter Trippi, editor-in-chief of Fine Art Connoisseur. He leads us in a masterclass in properly reaching out to magazines and writers to give you your best shot at a feature. He also gives some great information to all you art collectors out there including joining a group and listing your collection online, and the benefits of doing so. “Take full advantage of these amazing digital resources that do exist, we often find curators talking to the same old people, the same old dealers, the same artists they happen to know and getting the same names for the show.” Help broaden the art world!“Start planning for the future as if it will look normal... so when we’re all back On we’re ready to go! This is a pause, let’s make the most of it."- Peter TrippiGuest: Peter Trippi is editor-in-chief of Fine Art Connoisseur, the magazine that serves collectors of contemporary and historical realist art. He is also president of Projects in 19th-Century Art, a firm he established to pursue research, writing, and curating opportunities. Based in New York City, Trippi directed the Dahesh Museum of Art and co-curated international touring exhibitions devoted to the 19th-century painters  J.W. Waterhouse and Lawrence Alma-Tadema. His current exhibition, Artful Stories: Paintings from Historic New England, is on view at the Eustis Estate in Milton, Massachusetts, through October 2021.www.fineartconnoisseur.comFor more information on applying to The Superfair as well as recordings of this and all of our past podcasts, just visit www.thesuperfair.comIG: @thesuperfair, @theartistbusinessplanWe mentioned https://www.vastari.com/ as a resource for collectors in this episode. We also mentioned Artwork Archive, here is our personal link where you receive a discount on a year's membership: https://www.artworkarchive.com/superfine Go check it out!If you want to submit a listener question you can email it to abp@thesuperfair.com for a chance of it being answered by Alex, James, and our guest!Hosted and Executive Produced by James Miille and Alexander MitowExecutive Producer/Producer : Kelsey SusinoWritten by: Kelsey Susino, Alexander Mitow, and James MiilleAudio Edited by: Federico Solar Fernandez

In this episode of The Artist Business Plan we sit down with photographer and animator Jason Chen. We discuss the exploration of time with animation and photography in Jason's work before moving to tips from him as a gallerist. Topics include: how to best present your work, name consistency, portfolios, working solo vs with a team, talking to collectors and more. "Art is like fine wine, you need time to ferment it."- Jason ChenGuest: Jason Chen is a  Philadelphia-based photographer who specializes in fashion, editorial, and alternative process photography. He's also the co-founder/co-owner of Paradigm Gallery + Studio and Juggling Wolf. Jason currently practices photo weaving. He began using two images taken within seconds of each other, then cutting and weaving them together. Because of his background in film and animation, Jason explores ways to incorporate the “Fourth Dimension” - Time - into his work. Photo weaving allows him to do this by exploring movement and mutation. His artwork has been featured in galleries across the country and overseas.http://www.jugglingwolf.com/ https://thatchinesekid.com/ https://www.paradigmarts.org/ For more information on applying to The Superfair as well as recordings of this and all of our past podcasts, just visit www.thesuperfair.comIG: @thesuperfair, @theartistbusinessplanIG: @paradigmgs | @jugglingwolfWe talked about The side project sales checklist in this episode, here it is to help you crush those goals: https://www.sideprojectchecklist.com/If you want to submit a listener question you can email it to abp@thesuperfair.com for a chance of it being answered by Alex, James, and our guest!Hosted and Executive Produced by James Miille and Alexander MitowExecutive Producer/Producer : Kelsey SusinoWritten by: Kelsey Susino, Alexander Mitow, and James MiilleAudio Edited by: Federico Solar Fernandez

In this episode of The Artist Business Plan we sit down with Pauline Loeb-Obrenan, founder of Artfairmag, an incredible resource for artists where they can learn anything they need to know about art fairs. She teaches a wonderful masterclass on how to maximize your ability at acceptance into a fair, choosing your perfect fair, increasing your audience and visibility, making connections, and gaining maximum opportunities from your art fair experience. Take notes as this is a class you won't want to miss.Guest: Pauline has always been surrounded by art. Her father was an auctioneer and was bringing her every week to auction houses & museums. She studied art history and worked 8 years in Galerie Kugel, a blue-chip antique art gallery in Paris. During that time she discovered art fairs. She immediately fell in love with their atmosphere and all the possibilities they offer. She then created Artfairmag to promote these fairs, regardless their size or prestige. Since September, she has also interviewed influential art dealers in their field.https://www.artfairmag.com/For more information on applying to The Superfair as well as recordings of this and all of our past podcasts, just visit www.thesuperfair.comIG: @thesuperfair, @theartistbusinessplanIG: @artfairmagIf you want to submit a listener question you can email it to abp@thesuperfair.com for a chance of it being answered by Alex, James, and our guest!Hosted and Executive Produced by James Miille and Alexander MitowExecutive Producer/Producer : Kelsey SusinoWritten by: Kelsey Susino, Alexander Mitow, and James MiilleAudio Edited by: Federico Solar Fernandez

In this episode of The Artist Business Plan we sit down with Reilly Clark of Passage Arts. We dive deep into the importance of mentorship in the artist community, building a legacy, and democratizing the art world. Whew! This is a big one. Reilly offers advice on how to forge your own path, think long term, and making art available for people who want it. There is huge value in diversity and if you want to be involved in the arts, know, you can. "Be deliberate, the exclusion has been deliberate so the inclusion has to be deliberate.”- Reilly ClarkGuest: Reilly Clark is an art dealer and startup founder. Reilly studied art history at Stanford University and works as a founder at Passage Arts, a startup dedicated to expanding access to art and art collecting. Reilly and his partners want to make art accessible for everyone. https://passagearts.com/ For more information on applying to The Superfair as well as recordings of this and all of our past podcasts, just visit www.thesuperfair.comIG: @thesuperfair, @theartistbusinessplanIG: @reillyjonathanclark | @passage.artsIf you want to submit a listener question you can email it to abp@thesuperfair.com for a chance of it being answered by Alex, James, and our guest!Hosted and Executive Produced by James Miille and Alexander MitowExecutive Producer/Producer : Kelsey SusinoWritten by: Kelsey Susino, Alexander Mitow, and James MiilleAudio Edited by: Federico Solar Fernandez

In this episode of The Artist Business Plan we sit down with Artwork Archive's Justin Anthony for a super informative masterclass in turning your art practice into a structured, well organized business. In this episode you will learn how to present your work professionally, efficiently manage relationships, double down on what's already working for you and way more. Come geek out with us about organizing your art business!"If you are an artist you are a business owner.”- Justin AnthonyGuest: Justin Anthony is a social entrepreneur driven by his desire to be part of something that measures success not just by a bottom line, but by its contribution to society. His current company, Artwork Archive, has spent the last decade arming artists with the tools they need to get organized, manage their business, and share their art with the world. It is now used by thousands of artists in over 100 countries.Get 20% off your first year of Artwork Archive: https://www.artworkarchive.com/superfine For more information on applying to The Superfair as well as recordings of this and all of our past podcasts, just visit www.thesuperfair.comIG: @thesuperfair, @theartistbusinessplanIG: @artworkarchiveIf you want to submit a listener question you can email it to abp@thesuperfair.com for a chance of it being answered by Alex, James, and our guest!Hosted and Executive Produced by James Miille and Alexander MitowExecutive Producer/Producer : Kelsey SusinoWritten by: Kelsey Susino, Alexander Mitow, and James MiilleAudio Edited by: Federico Solar Fernandez

In this episode of The Artist Business Plan we sit down with Hollywood's own Karin Brauns, an actress and fine artist. She gives us the rundown on how she balances a busy acting career and a booming art business. Her main piece of advice: be in the moment and follow your heart! We discuss quality materials and why investing in your business will save you time and energy down the road, how to turn fans into buyers and putting it all out there. #don'tmissthisepisode“The only failure is not to try, so try it!"- Karin BraunsGuest: Karin Brauns is a Swedish American Fine Artist. With artistic inspiration going back to her childhood in Norrkoping, Sweden, Karin's passion and interest in animals is influenced by the Nordic culture's appreciation of the outdoors and nature. The beauty of nature is captured in every Karin Brauns artwork. Karin is also an actress currently living in California.www.karinbrauns.com/For more information on applying to The Superfair as well as recordings of this and all of our past podcasts, just visit www.thesuperfair.comIG: @thesuperfair, @theartistbusinessplanIG: @karinbrauns | @karinbraunsartIf you want to submit a listener question you can email it to abp@thesuperfair.com for a chance of it being answered by Alex, James, and our guest!Hosted and Executive Produced by James Miille and Alexander MitowExecutive Producer/Producer : Kelsey SusinoWritten by: Kelsey Susino, Alexander Mitow, and James MiilleAudio Edited by: Federico Solar Fernandez

In this episode of The Artist Business Plan we sit down with Antrese Wood of the iconic art podcast, Savvy Painter. Antrese, the painter and teacher, gives us a masterclass in building self-confidence as it is the key to success. We dive deep into believing in your self and how you should have fun with self promotion! We also discuss making it easy for people to say yes (or no) to buying your work, personalizing reach-outs, and being a part of a supportive community as there is no real competition for an artist. Grab a pencil and get to it!"Self-confidence is faith in your own capacity to experience life. It enables abundance and inclusion.”- Antrese WoodGuest: As a painter herself, Antrese Wood knows what it’s like to be an artist. She’s intimately familiar with the highs and lows of creating, marketing, and selling art. Antrese inspires tens of thousands of artists every month with her top ranked podcast Savvy Painter, and works directly with artists through workshops and her artists coaching program to guide them past creative doubts and overwhelm, and gives them concrete tips to build the skills they need to create their best work.http://antrese.com/https://savvypainter.com/ For more information on applying to The Superfair as well as recordings of this and all of our past podcasts, just visit www.thesuperfair.comIG: @thesuperfair, @theartistbusinessplanIG: @antresewood | @savvypainterpodcast If you want to submit a listener question you can email it to abp@thesuperfair.com for a chance of it being answered by Alex, James, and our guest!Hosted and Executive Produced by James Miille and Alexander MitowExecutive Producer/Producer : Kelsey SusinoWritten by: Kelsey Susino, Alexander Mitow, and James MiilleAudio Edited by: Federico Solar Fernandez

In this episode of The Artist Business Plan we sit down with hyperrealist artist, Arinze Stanley. He gives us a masterclass in using your art to act toward change. Making art his business allows him to spend time spreading his message and his skills to ensure that no one has to feel helpless. Listen through to the end for a full rundown for selling your art in a way that also gains you traction and increased interest in your art. Keep raising the bar."The power to create is something godly."- Arinze StanleyGuest: Arinze Stanley Egbengwu is a Nigerian realistic portrait artist. Working in a genre of art known as hyper-realism and integrated with his personal experiences in Nigeria, Arinze drives at creating art that triggers a degree of emotional connection between his viewers and his artworks. Also gearing his works towards social and political activism, he hopes to use his art to speak for those who can’t speak out for themselves.https://www.arinzestanley.com/For more information on applying to The Superfair as well as recordings of this and all of our past podcasts, just visit www.thesuperfair.comIG: @thesuperfair, @theartistbusinessplanIG: @arinzeIf you want to submit a listener question you can email it to abp@thesuperfair.com for a chance of it being answered by Alex, James, and our guest!Hosted and Executive Produced by James Miille and Alexander MitowExecutive Producer/Producer : Kelsey SusinoWritten by: Kelsey Susino, Alexander Mitow, and James MiilleAudio Edited by: Esteban del Pino

In this episode of The Artist Business Plan we sit down with Claire Huschle, mastermind behind Scaffold, where she helps professional artists level up their careers. She gives us the inside scoop on finding your path, career mapping, holding yourself accountable, maximizing your work, and more. We'll learn how to pursue different press avenues and how to diversify your income! Know where you are in the arts echo system and flourish in that environment; grab your notebook, this is not one to miss!"Make it once and sell it twice."- Claire HuschleGuest: Claire Huschle is an experienced arts leader and educator with an understanding of both visual and performing arts management. Founder and Director of Scaffold, an arts management firm providing administrative leadership, temporary project support, and strategic guidance for artists and small arts organizations. https://scaffoldartsupport.com/For more information on applying to The Superfair as well as recordings of this and all of our past podcasts, just visit www.thesuperfair.comIG: @thesuperfair, @theartistbusinessplanIf you want to submit a listener question you can email it to abp@thesuperfair.com for a chance of it being answered by Alex, James, and our guest!Hosted and Executive Produced by James Miille and Alexander MitowExecutive Producer/Producer : Kelsey SusinoWritten by: Kelsey Susino, Alexander Mitow, and James MiilleAudio Edited by: Federico Soler Fernandez

In this episode of The Artist Business Plan we sit down with Christopher Jobson, creator of the widely popular art blog Colossal. He guides us through how he found purpose in his life (all thanks to a day at jury duty) by taking the time, making the habit, and starting this blog. He developed a process of sharing and shared with us how to get into a rhythm of creation. Read blogs, look at art, surround yourself in art, this is how you will make your perfect artist website, gain inspiration, and develop a working method that allows you to thrive. “You have to be willing and excited to be completely saturated in art and ideas.”- Christopher JobsonGuest: Fascinated by visual culture across a wide-range of disciplines and committed to making art engaging for everyone, Christopher Jobson launched Colossal as a personal blog in the fall of 2010. Somewhat blindsided by the publication's success, he soon left his day job to run the site full-time and began contributing to publications such as Wired Magazine, Beautiful/Decay, Mental Floss, Slate, Designboom and Quartz. He studied design, art, and writing at Columbia College and currently lives in Chicago.https://www.thisiscolossal.com/For more information on applying to The Superfair as well as recordings of this and all of our past podcasts, just visit www.thesuperfair.comIG: @thesuperfair, @theartistbusinessplanIG: @colossal | @christopherjobs If you want to submit a listener question you can email it to abp@thesuperfair.com for a chance of it being answered by Alex, James, and our guest!Hosted and Executive Produced by James Miille and Alexander MitowExecutive Producer/Producer : Kelsey SusinoWritten by: Kelsey Susino, Alexander Mitow, and James MiilleAudio Edited by: Federico Soler Fernandez