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Hi Reader, Greetings and hello again: The stretch between Thanksgiving and December tends to invite more opportunities than anyone can reasonably take on — projects, plans, courses, collaborations, and ideas that all look good in the glow of a long weekend. Today I wrote a short piece about a single clarifying question that’s helped me avoid some painful detours and make kinder choices for my future self. I also included a brief scenario you might recognize — the kind of opportunity that...
Hi Reader, Greetings and hello again: For nearly 20 years, I’ve shared a special Thanksgiving reflection with this community, and this year’s message feels especially meaningful. In “On Being Thankful,” I write about clarity, gratitude, and finding peace in the present moment—things that matter just as much as any marketing strategy when you’re building a sustainable creative practice. I also include Tracy Chapman’s “Heaven’s Here on Earth,” a song that’s been part of my Thanksgiving...
Hi Reader, Greetings and hello again: There's a familiar piece of advice floating around the art world: "Hang your art anywhere you can—restaurants, lobbies, coffee shops, whatever. You never know who might see it." On the surface, it sounds harmless—even hopeful. But here's what I've learned after decades of working with artists, publishers, galleries, and buyers: Your art deserves better than being background noise where no one comes to buy art. What appears to be marketing is often just...