The Business of Practicing Your Art Pt. I, by Toccarra Thomas (May 1, 2013)
Learn how to set goals and use them to develop an artist toolkit for success.

Career Articles - Archive

Career Self-Assessment and Setting Goals, by Susan Koblin Schear
Learn about ways artists can work to define vision, evaluate one's career and set and achieve goals.

Dr. Art on Burning Bridges, by Matthew Deleget (from the fall 2001 issue of NYFA Quarterly)

Dr. Art on Dealing with Rejection, by Matthew Deleget and Sandra Indig (from the summer 2000 issue of NYFA Quarterly)

Making the Most of Professional Organizations, by Susan Ball
Learn about the benefits of belonging to professional organizations.

Making Time for Art: I Wanted to Be an Artist, So I Quit My Job and Became One, by Christopher Fife
Learn about balancing the time you spend as someone's employee with the time you spend making your work.

Setting Clear Goals: The First Steps on the Runway to Success, by Geoffrey Gorman
Learn about setting goals and taking the action steps to achieve them.

Ten Habits of Successful Artists, by Geoffrey Gorman
Learn about ten successful habits that will promote long-term artistic production in your life.

Ten Principles of Successful Artists, by Geoffrey Gorman
Learn about ten traits and characteristics that promote continuing success.

Ten Tips for Success in the Art World, by Geoffrey Gorman
Learn about setting and realizing your goals, navigating the marketplace, and learning from your peers.

Where Will an Agent Take You?, by Amy Holman
Learn about how artists can benefit from working with an agent.

Programs for Artists with Disabilities, Fall 2004
Learn about artist in residency accessibility for artists with disabilities.