Maria / January 12th, 2012 / business of art, Deal Making, Entrepreneur
How to make Deals with Big Companies – Catch that Whale
“The challenge with whales is that you have to swim out to them; otherwise they don’t know you exist”
Years ago an advertising company contacted us to use Drew’s art for a promotion for…
Maria / January 4th, 2012 / Art Marketing, business of art
Don’t Make This Mistake When Selling Art – Connecting with Collectors Series
ONE MAJOR KEY TO CONNECTING WITH COLLECTORS: SOLVE THEIR PROBLEM!
Last month I almost lost sale on a large painting, and admittedly it was my fault.
But I learned a lesson and luckily, I was given a second chance.
Here’s…
Maria / January 3rd, 2012 / Entrepreur, Personal
Despite a challenging Economy Adventure Ruled – My 2011 Year in Review
Often, we worry that we haven’t accomplished much. But, when we look back on it, we are surprised to find that we actually did get some important projects completed, that we did some fun things and that we cultivated some great…
Maria / December 13th, 2011 / Personal, Philosophy
How to Have a Joyous Stress Free Holiday
“The best of all gifts around any Christmas tree: the presence of a happy family all wrapped up in each other.” Burton Hills
We allow so many pressures on ourselves during the holiday season. …
Maria / November 9th, 2011 / art licensing, Entrepreneur, Written Agreements
Basic Negotiating Tips Anyone Can Use
During a negotiation, it would be wise not to take anything personally. If you leave personalities out of it, you will be able to see opportunities more objectively. Brian Koslow
From deal making to…
Maria / October 29th, 2011 / Motivation, Philosophy
How to Live a Life of Travel
“A life of travel is not for special, rich or lucky people. It’s for those who choose to live it.”
Do you dream of places you want to travel, but put it off until “some day” when you have more…
Maria / August 22nd, 2011 / business of art, Creativity
Waiting tables vs. Painting Dogs – whats the Sell Out
“Honest poverty is a gem that even a King might call his own, but I wish to sell out.” Mark Twain
A bright young artist I met on the beach yesterday was concerned about “selling out”.
She’s fortunate enough…
Maria / July 13th, 2011 / Art Marketing, Entrepreneur
Self Promotion is NOT a Dirty Word – 11 Ways to Market Yourself
IF YOU DON’T PROMOTE YOURSELF, WHO WILL?
Self-Promotion sounds like a dirty word to some people. I know many who have a livelihood that depends on marketing, yet they resist it.
But if you look at all of the people…
Maria / July 3rd, 2011 / business of art, Entrepreneur
How to get Free Press – The Art of the Press Release
I’m a bit of a media call girl, I must admit.
A huge amount of my effort goes into public relations, all with the goal of building up the brand of Artist Drew Brophy through media exposure.
Why? …
Maria / June 14th, 2011 / Philosophy
Why you should have a Death Wish
“Let us endeavor to live so that when we die even the undertaker will be sorry” Mark Twain
Do you ever question if what you’re doing with your daily life is the right thing?
Do you feel that you’ve reached…







