Your Studio Is Only Half the Story—The Rest Happens in Public
Artists often work in seclusion. We spend long hours in our studios, tucked away from supporters, fans, friends, and family. Without anyone nearby to bounce ideas off of—or to reassure us that what we’re creating will resonate with others—it’s easy to feel disconnected. That’s why I encourage every artist to step out of the studio, with their work in hand, at least once a year. The lessons you learn from doing so are truly invaluable. “Socializing with your artwork” can take many forms: exhibiting in a gallery, participating in an art association show, setting up at a market or art fair, or [...]
