The Business End of Creativity Articles
You're an expert artist, jewelry maker, graphic designer, or crafter who wants
to start making money with your skills. What are some things you need to
know about setting up a business and marketing yourself to the world? Or if
you're a business owner, what do you need to understand about creativity-related
issues in the workplace?
From fostering creativity in employees, to understanding the demands of a
home-based business, self-promotion and advertising, these articles
will help you
to succeed
in the business
end of creativity.
Featured Business End of Creativity Articles
Contract Negotiation
Tips for Artists
By S.C. Giles
The key to successful contract negotiations for artists is to understand the
industry and know what you want before you enter discussions. Learn about the
art of negotiation, finding a lawyer and copyright laws.
Creative
Work Isn't Found — It's Made
By Bonnie Boots
Jobs for creative people almost never show up in the Help Wanted ads. That means
people gifted with the ability to write, draw or entertain must make their own
opportunities.
Online Craft
Malls: Tech-savvy Crafters Can Go Global
By Catherine Stabler
In today’s global market, crafters, artisans, artists and designers need
not rely on farmer’s markets and craft fairs alone. The Internet provides
such crafters with access to a global market, 24 hours a day, seven days a week
traditional methods of selling just can’t compare in terms of sales and
exposure.
6 steps to make your
artist’s website sell
By Josse Ford and Daniel Tardent
This article shows you how to use your website to build a solid foundation and
system for art sales that will leave you more freedom to actually be an artist!
Copywriting Advertising
and Promotional Materials
By Michele Pariza Wacek
No matter what your creative business is, you're going to need to market yourself
on your Web site, through e-mail, and in print. Get expert advice and tips on
the most effective ways to get your message across to potential customers and
clients in your fields.
How to Get Your Stuff
"Out There"
Creativity Portal Q & A
Learn why having your own self-promoting
Web site for your art, crafts, and other creative services is not only advantageous,
but mandatory in our digital world.
What You Need to Know About
Logos
By Colleen Ryan
Branding your business for advertising and marketing purposes online
and off is no small task. This article will help educate you on the fundamentals
of conceptualizing
the most effective logo image for your organization.
Starting a Home-Based
Jewelry Business
By Christopher Gage
So you think you are ready to take the plunge into your own home based jewelry
business. This will be a very exciting step for you, your family, and your
business. You will be able to finally unleash that creative side of you that
has been dying
to blossom.
Sell Your Jewelry
without Competition
By Rena Klingenberg
Selling your products at shows can be difficult when you have a lot of competition.
Following these tips will make it a lot easier.
Help Your Craft Business
Grow
By Rena Klingenberg
Joining your area's Chamber of Commerce can be a smart move for your jewelry
or craft business. Because businesses that participate in this group promote
each other and work together, your own business can grow and prosper quickly.
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