How This Artist Finds Local & Online Buyers- Issue 31 is Live!

Bob has over 20 years of experience selling his artwork and he's sharing his tips and tricks for finding local and online buyers

In the April issue, Bob shares:

• Five ways to get involved locally and increase your exposure/sales: community programs, commercial projects, restaurants, events and Craigslist

• What the process of selling art is like (contracts, negotiations, ect.)

• Using available online tools to increase sales

Bob Estrin —

“I’ve done many local outdoor art shows, museum exhibits, and solo and group art exhibits over the last 20 years. No matter where I show, I try to display my best work at that time in my career and gain experiences that I can move forward with. When you see other online sellers who are successful, it’s usually not an accomplishment that came overnight, but came with some previous failures. If selling your art or craft is important to you, you need to be persistent. I didn’t start with 35-piece solo shows in nice venues. I started with 1 or 2 pieces in a camera club group show.“

-Bob from Bob Estrin Art

Here’s a quick preview of what’s inside the magazine:

• Selling Your Artwork: How This Photographer Sells His Art Locally & Online – Meet Bob! He’s been selling his artwork for over 20 years and he’s sharing how he finds great opportunities to sell art in his community (and online).

• Getting Your First 1,000 Followers on Twitter – Getting to that first thousand followers on any social media platform is critical because it gives your account more credibility with new followers, which then entices more people to follow you. Here are 5 steps to help you get there.

• 3 Steps to Crafting a Stunning Instagram Feed – The secret to success on Instagram is not just to post great photos; it is to create a cohesive, visually appealing feed. Here’s 3 ways to make your account irresistible.

• Saving Time with Customer Service Snippets – One of the more time-consuming aspects of being a business owner is having to answer all of the customer service questions. There’s just no break from it unless you employ some time-saving techniques. Here’s how pre-written snippets can save you hours of typing.

• Live Stream Like a Pro – Video is one of the most engaging digital platforms to connect with your online audience. It’s highly shareable and easy to consume. Here’s how you can use live streaming to grow your business.

• How to Revive Your Social Media Account After a Hiatus – Every business owner needs to take time off, but how do you come back to social media after an extended break? Here’s 5 tips for making a successful comeback.

• The Newsstand – Stay up-to-date on the latest industry updates! This month, learn about Snapchat’s tool for influencers, the new ad-blocker for Chrome, and 7 e-commerce trends for 2018.

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