Do you use your social persona to say you are a successful artist? What does your social persona say about you?
Do You have the reputation that you are a nice person to work with? Or, is your reputation one that says you are a difficult artist to work with? The way you present your self in every situation can mean the difference in being successful or unsuccessful. You don't have to have everyone fall totally in love with your or your creations, but it is important to have your viewers and other artists respect. you.
Here are some suggestions to remind you that manners are important!
1. You need to be friendly, speak to and introduce yourself to others, Such as at an exhibit or art festival, be friendly to those participating with you. You never know when you begin a conversation how you may be able to help someone. You may have more art festival experience than this person and can pass along important suggestions. This artist won't forget you.
2. When another artist or promoter asks for help, be willing to pitch in, if you are unable to lend a hand, say so in a polite way, telling them why you won't be able to assist them.
3. Always be honest, if someone asks you what medium you used to paint this picture, tell them. All artists are interested in where you buy your frames, where do you buy your paint? How is that art supply company to work with, are they helpful on the phone? Is your order shipped in a timely manner? Is it in good shape when it arrives at your studio?
4. Remember that others may not have a great social persona, maybe they left a bad situation at home, or some of their product was broken when they arrived at the festival, You just never know why someone is behaving the way they are. So, be careful that your conversation doesn't offend.
5. Look everyone in the eye! To me this states that I am friendly, confident and ready to have a good show.
