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How to Lose Business

I am changing names to protect the innocent–this particular innocent is a very talented, polite and charming person. He wrote to me this week asking me to promote a web hosting service for artists. His proposal impressed me. I liked how his service proposed to present artwork; in his proposal art is presented on a wall like in a gallery and you can zoom in to see every detail. I was moved to write this post for my blog:

Teaching professional development to artists isn’t easy. Artists exist to be creative and innovative, so rules are a foreign concept. Consequently, I provide guidelines and examples of best practices as my methodology....Read more

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Take it Outside

With summer right around the corner, it is tempting to leave your artwork and studio behind in search of relaxation and fun in the sun. Why not have both by taking your art along! Read on as outdoor artists share what makes working en plein air work for them.

How do you select your scene and location? Are there specific elements that draw you to it?

Maria Josenhans – Oils...Read more

Opus Outdoor Painting Challenge 2013

Start your spring with a creative challenge!
Whether you're a seasoned painting pro, a beginning artist, or a creative individual looking for a new challenge, join us at Opus for a fun day with your fellow artists.

Paint in your favourite medium – acrylic, oil, watercolour – or create a mixed media piece, drawing, or collage; you name it! Your only limits: working outdoors within the designated painting zone on the surface we provide you with. And, in true plein air style, the challenge will happen rain or shine. ...Read more

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Fernwood Art Stroll -2013 - June 22-23, 11 am to 4 pm

The 7th annual Fernwood Art Stroll is being held on Saturday June 22 and Sunday 23 2013, 11 am to 4 pm. Twenty-one local artists and artisans will open their studios to the public. Original works of art will be on view including paintings, furniture, fashion, photography, florals and pottery. It is a chance to walk the tree lined streets of Fernwood, purchase unique pieces of art and meet local artists. Come and join us. Check us out at www.fernwoodartstroll.ca for a downloadable map and more information. Brochures will be available at most local businesses, art stores, coffee shops and local galleries.

BC Artists craft fair

Jaycee house in north Vancouver on August 31

30$ for a table or section chair and electric included.

If you're interested please contact me at lets.shall@gmail.com BC Artists craft fair.

Thank you
Alexandra Shirley