No one escapes the uncomfortable feelings of rejection in our personal and professional lives. Applying to universities, a job, prospecting potential clients or opportunities can all cause physical discomfort or pain when we’re rejected. It’s common to feel afraid of failing, rejection and even afraid of success. Everyone says don’t take rejection personally, but when you…
For as long as I could remember, I’ve been hypersensitive. If I were misbehaving and a parent or babysitter spoke to me harshly I would break down in tears. “Stop all that crying before I give you something to cry about!” I never understood that logic but I figured I better do something quick to…
I love speaking with artists and offering helpful tips to improve their art businesses. Recently, I spoke with an artist who quit his graphic design job to pursue selling fine art full time. We discussed the importance of having a portfolio with consistent artwork and building a network. With a startled look on his face, he asked, “how do…
One of the greatest joys of being an art dealer is having an appreciation for the stories the artwork tells about the art buyer’s personality. The pieces they collect while traveling, the landscapes or abstracts that have a calming or adventurous undertones lead me to discover if a person is bold and unapologetic with their…