When good enough turns out to be damn good 🎨💛


Hi Reader,

Greetings and hello again:

There are truths in the creative life we all recognize but rarely say out loud. Talent isn’t distributed evenly. Life doesn’t break fair. Some people get one great moment; others never get the break their work deserved. Excellence is hard to repeat — in the arts, in sports, in anything that demands a mix of talent, timing, and luck.

Most of the time, we make quiet, instinctive decisions about how much we can give, when to push, and when to let go. And every so often, when you work a little faster and release a little sooner, you end up with something excellent anyway. That’s where “good enough” shows its power.

This week’s post is about that very thing:

👉Good Enough Is Often Damn Good →

Warm wishes for the season ahead,

Peace out!

Barney Davey
Publisher: Art Marketing News

PS: Here’s to a year good enough to soar..

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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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