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The Best Photography Competitions

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The categories for photography competitions come in all shapes and sizes from wildlife and nature, to portraiture, landscape, and even astronomy and abstraction. Artists working in photography may avoid competitions as they’re seen as too commercial, but an award can…

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How to Run an Open Studio

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For art lovers, the joy of visiting open studio events is to meet local artists and buy their work. For professional artists, open studios can be part of a solid marketing and networking strategy. And while they can take months…

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How to Put on a Group Art Show

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A group show can kickstart your art career by bringing together like-minded artists and pooling precious resources. So what are the dos and don’ts of a successful group show? What is a group art show? A group show can be…

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How to Win Art Competitions

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Art competitions are a great way for artists to promote themselves and their artwork with the chance for coverage, exhibitions and even some cash prizes. There are thousands of art competitions every year, from painting competitions, textiles, ceramics, photography and sculpture.…

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Monthly Art Competitions to Build Your Reputation

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Alongside the many hundreds of high-profile global art competitions are dozens of smaller monthly art competitions that can help artists build a reputation while having far more opportunities to win. Many regular art competitions take place online or are linked…

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The Best Art Exhibitions in 2024

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Every artist knows that a big part of the job is looking at art — and where better than at 2024’s biggest gallery exhibitions. Exhibitions are more than a pleasant way for art lovers to spend the afternoon. They also…

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The Best Art Competitions in the UK

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Art competitions can be a brilliant way for artists to develop their career and build a reputation in the art world. Award winners can find it easier to attract galleries, commissions and sales. These are just a few of the…

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The Best International Art Competitions in 2024

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Art competitions are a great way for artists to promote themselves and their artwork with the chance for coverage, exhibitions and even some cash prizes. There are thousands of art competitions throughout the year from painting competitions, textiles, ceramics, photography…

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How Artists Can Plan a Successful Year Ahead

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After the (hopefully) busy holiday rush of sales and commissions, all artists, whatever discipline or level of practice, should get creative with a plan for the year ahead. There’s plenty to arrange, sign up for, or design months in advance.…

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Artweb Showcase: Contemporary Landscape Painters

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The landscape has always held a unique fascination for artists. The miles of uninterrupted horizons where endless variations of light and weather conditions play across an almost endless vista have drawn painters to the countryside for centuries. Just writing that…

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Textiles as a Fine Art (and How to Adapt Your Work)

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Creating textiles as a fine art is simpler than it seems. Consider the current textile art you make: can you step on it, wear it or use it — or is it designed to hang on a wall? If it’s…

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New Year’s Resolutions For Artists

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Starting the new year by considering new ideas or putting together a good plan of work is a simple way to prepare for the success that you want. But put aside the plans for exhibitions and open studios and test…

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How to Become a Professional Artist

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Beyond the materials, becoming a professional artist requires a long shopping list of skills, inspiration and style. If you’re ready to get started on your creative journey, let Artweb guide you in joining the world’s best profession! Qualifications History has…

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How to Set Up a Professional Art Studio

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Moving from a home studio into a professional space is a dream for many artists. If you are outgrowing the spare room or the garden shed, getting a professional studio is the next step. But before you sign the lease…

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Elevate Your Ceramics and Pottery to Fine Art

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Pottery has always straddled the line between fine art and a more practical application. Cups, saucers, plates, and Ming vases all occupy a space along the ceramics spectrum. Priceless vases made from bone China and delicately hand-painted by skilled artists…

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