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How To Make An Artist Website That Doesn’t Suck

Posted on May 14, 2012 by Rachel
This might be the worst website ever.

Being an artist is difficult for over 9,000 reasons. Developing a web page is one of them. Just because you are artistic, does not mean you are graphic design savvy. Having an idea in your head does not give you … Continue reading →

Posted in For Artists | Tagged artist website, making artist website

What Exactly is Mixed Media Art?

Posted on May 10, 2012 by Rachel
The Hunt

I know this sounds like maybe a silly question…but let’s be serious about it for a moment. If you create a painting with one bit of string…is it a painting or is it mixed media? If you collage onto a … Continue reading →

Posted in For Art Lovers

A First Timers Guide to Buying Art

Posted on May 8, 2012 by Rachel
Where to Buy Art

Congratulations. You’ve made it to that point in life where 60 bucks in your pocket does not mean “a great night.” And you want to buy a nice piece of art. The type that would make Momma proud. But where … Continue reading →

Posted in For Art Lovers | Tagged how to buy art

Fort Point Art Walk

Posted on May 2, 2012 by Rachel
FPAC Artwalk

Fort Point Artist Community’s annual art walk is coming up fast! The open studios event is from May 11-13. The events are all free to the public. Whether you’re looking to buy or simply to enjoy, there will be art … Continue reading →

Posted in Art Events

How to Sell Your Art (And Yourself)

Posted on April 12, 2012 by Rachel

Harsh fact of life: Most people are not comfortable promoting themselves to others. Harsher fact: That’s exactly what you have to do when selling your art — sell yourself, as well. The good thing is that it’s not hard. Having … Continue reading →

Posted in For Art Lovers

Capitalism: Works for Me

Posted on April 10, 2012 by Rachel
Steve Lambert's latest.: Capitalism works for me!

If you’ve spent any time in Boston proper recently, you may have noticed a giant, light-up sign on Huntington Ave. that screams “Capitalism Works for Me. True/False.” The artist Steve Lambert doesn’t really care what your answer is, so long … Continue reading →

Posted in Art Events, Artist Spotlight | Tagged Local Boston Artists

Boston Public Art Blog

Posted on April 3, 2012 by Rachel
A utility box in the Longwood area

Did you know that Boston has a blog dedicated to informing YOU the whereabouts of public art spaces in the city? The blog – like public art spaces – is run by The Boston Art Commission. That’s the group that … Continue reading →

Posted in For Art Lovers, For Artists

Art Swap April 27th

Posted on March 30, 2012 by Rachel
Artist & Craftsman Supply

Looking to share your art….and get a few new pieces, to boot? Artist & Craftsman Supply in Saugus is hosting an art swap April 27th. It’s a great way to make your walls look fresh for summer without spending, well, … Continue reading →

Posted in Art Events

Art on the BCEC Marquee

Gallery

Posted on March 22, 2012 by Rachel
Art On the Marquee

This gallery contains 1 photo.

Art comes in all shapes and sizes….and as technology and art continue intermixing the boundaries of what art “is” change daily. Enter the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center. The marquee at the BCEC is 80 feet tall…and when it’s not … Continue reading →

Posted in For Art Lovers

ArtVenue HQ Wall

Posted on March 21, 2012 by Tom
ArtVenue HQ Wall

New art is now up in our space at MassChallenge . The participating artists are (From left to right) Andrew Jerz is an illustrator from Cohasset, MA. We have actually featured him before on an artist spotlight. Tobias Hathorn, who grew … Continue reading →

Posted in For Art Lovers | Tagged 2012, andrew jerz, artvenue, Boston, hq, mynn tan, tobias hathorn

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