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Expert: - 6/10/2009


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Laughing Jezebel
I have been drawing my entire life.  I recently took up painting.  Some friends have told me to try selling what I have painted thus far.  I don't know what to make of that since I consider myself way way amateur.  But I was curious to know what an expert might think, of course.  I've attached one of my pics.  I mostly paint women - its all acrylic.  Thank you for your time.  P.S. - I am a nervous nelly as I even type this so please be kind.  HA HA!  Not that I think you won't be, but this is me taking a big step out of my comfort zone.  Thank you again.

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Hello Roxy,

No need to be nervous.....as the saying goes "every trip of a thousand miles begins with a single step!"

Basically those that have creativity in their veins, start somewhere and if your friends think you have some market potential...then the next step is to make a go of it.

I like the style depicted in "Laughing Jesebel".......although the image isn't as clear via my computer as I am sure it is on the canvas.

Put together a portfolio of your new works.....and if you can make digital photo's of it, perhaps put it on a CD...and send it to a few galleries in your area.  Also check out this magazine "Art Calendar"....they have a website http://www.artcalendar.com/home.asp
It is an excellent source of info for artists.

All the best to you...

dj murphy
www.galleryonemain.com

p.s. The difference between an amateur artist and a professional artist....is money.....not necessarily talent.
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    CommentThank you for the response! I was so nervous - only because I didn't know what to expect but you were VERY helpful, courteous and I did not feel like you were just being nice - even though you very much so were. I appreciate your time and help.


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Artist for more than 35 years...current art gallery owner, served on Arts Councils...have many contacts in the art world...can be resource for artists trying to get exhibited...common questions about pricing, submissions, insurance, etc. Long time artist, art gallery owner, consultant. If I don't know the answer to your question....I will tell you!!

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