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Ann Rea

Ann Rea is on a personal mission to destroy the myth of the “starving artist.” She coaches artists from around the globe, including; painters, jewelry designers, illustrators, musicians, photographers, and mixed media artists.

What I Learned In My First Year As A Full-Time Artist

[caption id="attachment_11575" align="alignnone" width="620"] Photo by Alan Levine via Flickr[/caption] Ann Rea is an artist, consultant, and CreativeLive instructor. During her time working with artists, she's met some truly incredible individuals who have reinvented their lives by pursuing art full time.

Read Article Feb 24, 2026

Gift Certificates: One Easy Way For All Artists to Increase Sales

[caption id="attachment_10338" align="alignnone" width="620"] Photo: Travis Modisette via Flickr[/caption] Do you offer gift certificates on your website or in your retail locations? If not, you may be leaving money on the holiday table.

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