Dual Principalities of Tuna

9 May 2013 by fatladysings

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Sushi White Plate, in progress (detail view). Acrylic on canvas, 12 x 12 inches, 2013 by Sarah Atlee.

What I Learned in the Art Biz Bootcamp

30 April 2013 by fatladysings

Thoughts wrangled for a previous solo exhibition. Sketchbook pages, 2010 by Sarah Atlee.

Earlier this year, I took a journey into the world of art marketing with Art Biz Coach Alyson Stanfield, though her No Excuses Art Biz Bootcamp. In this online course, students learn and implement all kinds of great stuff about the business of being an independent artist.

I can’t say enough good things about this 12-week program, but here are some highlights:

Because of the Art Biz Bootcamp

I feel more in control of my art business than ever before.

I clarified my career goals, especially pertaining to exhibition and sales. As a result, I’ve booked a solo show in a new venue and planned for several group shows during the next year.

I took control of my contact list and established an email newsletter for the first time (you can sign up using the form on your right).

I have an increased network of support through the Bootcamp’s group on Facebook and through other interactions with my friends and colleagues.

I had an Aha! Moment.

I now understand that I am a specific artist, with specific needs and career goals. I need to do what is right for me, which may not be what is right for someone else. I can push myself to overcome challenges and achieve goals while still treating myself with compassion.

Are you interested in the Art Biz Bootcamp?

Go to the Bootcamp section of the Art Biz Coach website to learn more.

Thank you, Alyson!

Ike, Mike and Mustard In Progress

24 April 2013 by fatladysings

Progress shots of three new paintings for the Grand Reopening of DNA Galleries in Oklahoma City’s Plaza District.

DNA Galleries grand reopening Ike & Mike in progress

Ike & Mike, in progress. Acrylic on wood panel, 2013 by Sarah Atlee.

 

DNA Galleries grand reopening blank panels

Dylan and Amanda Bradway cut these teardrop shapes out of wood, and invited artists to embellish them for the upcoming show. Here they are sanded and prepped for painting.

The teardrop shape is from DNA Galleries’ new improved logo.

 

DNA Galleries grand reopening Ike & Mustard in progress
Mustard & Ike, in progress. Acrylic on wood panel, 2013 by Sarah Atlee.
I decided to reorient two of my three teardrop panels to point in different directions.

 

DNA Galleries grand reopening Mike in progress
Mike, detail, in progress. Acrylic on wood panel, 2013 by Sarah Atlee.

 

I’ll post more pictures when the paintings are finalized.

Mark your calendars; the celebration will be on Thursday, May 2! Details below.
DNA Galleries grand reopening flyer

Rose Is Coming Together

21 April 2013 by fatladysings

Rose Reconsiders (detail, in progress) Acrylic and colored pencil on Rives BFK, 2013 by Sarah Atlee.
Rose Reconsiders (detail, in progress) Acrylic and colored pencil on Rives BFK, 2013 by Sarah Atlee.

The Testing of the Inks

13 April 2013 by fatladysings

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It appears that I will not have to buy pens again for some time.

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