What Are the Best Ways for Artists Not Named Andy Warhol to Handle Years of Unsold Art?🎨


Hi Reader,

Greetings and hello again:

I recently updated and republished this post after hearing from a reader who was struggling with excess inventory—a challenge that most artists face sooner or later.

As artists, we pour energy and heart into every piece, so it's tough when some linger unsold, filling our studios and tugging at our confidence. But what if that inventory could be an opportunity instead of a burden?

In my refreshed post, "What Are the Best Ways for Artists Not Named Andy Warhol to Handle Years of Unsold Art?" I share practical, heart-forward strategies to help you manage unsold work without guilt or devaluing your art. You'll find ideas for:

  • Rethinking how you value older pieces
  • Turning stored art into fresh opportunities
  • Recovering space, energy, and income

If your studio's starting to feel like a storage unit, this one's for you.

👉Click the red button below to read the post.

You'll find clarity, encouragement, and a few quick experiments you can try this week to start shifting momentum.

To your success, keep creating.

Peace out!

Barney Davey
Publisher: Art Marketing News

PS: Playwrights, poets, authors, photographers, and digital artists don't have to deal with inventory issues—neither should you.

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Barney Davey, a trusted mentor to artists worldwide since 1988, has authored multiple books, developed transformative marketing courses, and founded the internationally recognized Art Marketing News blog in 2005, a platform that unites artists from all corners of the globe. His most recent publication, "How to Profit from the Art Print Market, 20th Anniversary, 3rd Edition," is the cornerstone of Art Print Insider—a complete system of tools and knowledge visual artists can use to market art prints profitably. His expertise helps artists navigate the business side of creativity with practical, results-driven strategies. Join thousands of artists who have transformed their careers through Barney's guidance—visit ArtMarketingNews.com to discover resources that will help you build a sustainable, profitable art business on your terms.

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