ARTISTS WHO COLLECT ART: SUPPORTING INDEPENDENT ART

I am an artist. I am also an avid art collector, and have been since High School.  Since I re-entered the creative scene about a year ago, I have never been so inspired and moved to help out fellow artists as well as share my artwork.

The art community is very supportive once you get to know other artists. With the dawn of Social Networking and online artist communities and collectives, it is very easy to reach out to the artists that you enjoy. Networking is great for learning techniques, getting to know people, getting advice on showing your work, the market, and festivals.

It is safe to say that most artists collect art because they enjoy the aesthetic aspect of it as well as supporting their peers. I like collecting art because it is directly supporting the art and artists that I enjoy. As an artist, I cannot wait to build my portfolio and progress further so that I can share more. I am at the pupal stage of my art career.

Creating art and supporting fellow artists is my mission as an artist. If you are an artist who, like me, is just starting out, do not be afraid to reach out and friend people. Network, meet up, and grow. Share your work. Don't over think it. Just DO it.

 "I always knew that I wanted to be creative, that I wanted to create something."
~Maynard James Keenan 

Aya Vibes by Tina Keophannga 2014