Episode 143: Finished Your Painting? Vital Next Steps Most Artists Forget To Do

Finished your painting and wondering, "now what?" These next steps protect it, professionalize it, and help you actually sell it. So many artists stop at the last brushstroke and miss the steps that turn a finished painting into a sellable asset. In this episode, I break down the exact workflow I use after the painting is dry. We cover the studio basics, and then move into the part most artists forget about: letting people know the painting exists! Because collectors do not buy from "here's a pretty picture." They buy from a connection. They buy a story. And if you hide your prices or make it confusing to purchase, people will assume they can't afford it and keep scrolling. Your painting is finished, but your process isn't. Let's do the next right steps so your art can live in the world, not die in a studio corner. Make sure to subscribe to this podcast so you don't miss a thing! And don't forget to come hang with me on Instagram @jodie_king_. Interested in being a guest on a future episode of Honest Art®? Email me at [email protected]! Resources mentioned: Join me for an in-person workshop: https://jodieking.com/workshop  Looking for an artist community? Join us in the Honest Art® Society: https://www.jodiekingart.com/has  Grab the PDF That Covers How to Wire and Hang Paintings: https://www.jodiekingart.com/how-to-hang-a-painting  Fixative Spray: https://amzn.to/4dcEvZ1  The satin varnish Jodie loves most: https://amzn.to/47zFPBs  Jodie's Favorite Posca Markers: https://amzn.to/4dcEXqb  The D-Rings Jodie Uses from Ook: https://amzn.to/4bhpS4f  Artwork Archive artworkarchive.com/jk for 20% off the first year  Learn more about Artwork Archive in Episode 32: Artwork Archive: The Business Tool I Can't Live Without Join Jodie's e-mail list here: https://www.jodiekingart.com/jointhelist  Have a question for Jodie? Ask it here: https://forms.gle/hxrVu4oL4PVCKwZm6  How are you liking the Honest Art® Podcast? Leave us a review on your favorite podcast platform and let us know!     Watch this full episode on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLMquJfuMsSg0fr46BRdia1cWd-81GThzF For a full list of show notes and links, check out my blog: www.jodieking.com/podcast   DISCLAIMER: Links included in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product or service with the links that I provide I may receive a small commission at no additional charge on your end. Thank you for supporting my channel!