While visiting the websites and blogs of people who have left comments here, I ended up at the blog of Alyice Edrich Photography & Art. Her blog has some really great photography tips and I recommend her blog to those of you that are trying to learn how to take excellent photos of your own art. She also is a fellow Etsian and you can find her shop here.
So, while looking through her blog, I came across one of her posts that concerned SNAG, the Society of North American Goldsmiths. SNAG has an invaluable free resource for all artists and crafters worldwide called Professional Guidelines.
According to their website, it is SNAG's goal that "that these documents become a basic tool in implementing improved and equitable business, leading toward standard professional practices."
As Alyice explained, "Basically what that means is that if you’re ready to start selling your art to galleries, at craft shows, in exhibits, or to publications, the information found on this web page will help you make wise, informed decisions. Decisions that actually benefit you, the artist–protecting your art, your finances, and your reputation."
Your going to find information ranging from tips on getting your art into a Juried Exhibition, Inventory Records, Contracts and everything in between. To find this information all in one place and free...well, you can't get any better than that. Take a look at it and be sure to pass this along to your friends within the arts and crafts community.
great information. I am off to check them out now.
thanks for sharing!!
Posted by: thebalmshoppe | March 25, 2008 at 09:31 AM
Holy crow! Thank you so much. What a wonderful resource of information to the independent artist. I appreciate you taking the time to share the wealth.
Best wishes,
Diana
Posted by: Diana | March 24, 2008 at 06:08 PM
Useful information in a great blog!
Posted by: marion barnett | March 24, 2008 at 01:30 PM
Thank you for taking the time to share your information..What a big help this can be.
Posted by: ctmott | March 24, 2008 at 12:14 PM
Thanks for the valuable link! Some great info there.
Also, I love your Etsy shop and your blog. I've added you to my Blogroll. :)
Posted by: Erin | March 24, 2008 at 09:46 AM