{"title":"Daniel Grant","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDaniel Grant\u003c\/strong\u003e offers insightful guides that demystify the intersection of creativity and commerce. His works explore the practicalities of establishing and sustaining a career in the arts, making complex challenges approachable for artists at any stage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReaders can expect thoughtful advice steeped in real-world experience, addressing the realities of navigating the arts and culture sector. These books serve as valuable companions for anyone seeking to balance artistic passion with professional success.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-business-of-being-an-artist-by-daniel-grant-9781621538134","title":"The Business of Being an Artist","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYou've got the artistic talent; now learn how to make a career out of it!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFine artists are taught many things about the history, theory, and craft of art in art schools and university art programs, but rarely do they learn much, if anything, about how to make a career of their talents. \u003cem\u003eThe Business of Being an Artist\u003c\/em\u003e, now in its sixth edition, contains information on how artists may develop a presence in the art world that leads to sales. The book provides guidance on how artists can learn to sell their work directly to the public with an understanding of marketing and sales principles as they apply to works of art. Artists will also learn how to find a suitable gallery that will arrange sales and commissions and how to set up a contractual relationship with the dealer that is both equitable and profitable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong the topics covered in \u003cem\u003eThe Business of Being an Artist\u003c\/em\u003e are: the range of exhibition opportunities for emerging and mid-career artists; how to set prices for artwork; when or if artists should pay to advance their careers; how artists may communicate with the public; applying for loans, grants, and fellowships; areas of the law that concern artists; using art materials safely; online sales and marketing, and much more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition to all of this priceless information, \u003cem\u003eThe Business of Being an Artist\u003c\/em\u003e includes a unique discussion of some of the emotional issues that face artists throughout their careers, such as working alone, confronting stereotypes, handling criticisms and rejection, the glare of publicity, and the absence of attention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"NewSouth Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47432830288108,"sku":"9781621538134","price":39.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781621538134.jpg?v=1774766344"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/daniel-grant.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}