Ask Craz! – Interview with Kiki D.
I was recently approached by Kiki D. (owner of the lovely character Crescent Gear that I had the pleasure of...
Life as a full-time Artist Working from Home (part 1)
Balance is crucial for a diverse and healthy life as well as a healthy business. There are some key elements...
Top Ways Artists Anger Their Customers
Artists have a lot to manage when they offer their services for commissions: it’s not just about creating artwork. In...
Ask Craz! vol. 1
Say HERRO to a new advice blog post series I’m planning to offer called “Ask Craz!” The art business world...
What I learned with my first Kickstarter Campaign
Trial and error with a funding campaign could for you but — as a freelance artist and business owner —...
How to mail commissions like a boss
I have been on both sides of the commission mailing process a fair amount of times in the past 10...
Crazdude’s Artist Alley Beginner’s Guide Pt. 2
Supplies, documentation, preorders, money and security were covered in the previous post which can be read here. Setting Up Camp...
Crazdude’s Artist Alley Beginner’s Guide Pt. 1
Artist alleys at conventions can be a great way for artists of any skill-level to make connections, improve their skills,...
Crazdude’s Art Biz Crash Course (Advice MEGA POST)
TL;DR: A little bit goes a long way and a tiny bit more goes much farther. Value yourself, treat your business...
The Value Starts With Artists
I just saw this story — the second like it in the past year — circling around Facebook. I love...