Leslie Kavanaugh's Advice to Emerging Artists

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Leslie Kavanaugh's Advice to Emerging Artists
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We've compiled a list of eight invaluable pieces
of advice for all aspiring and emerging artists
and some top tips from Leslie Kavanaugh.
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Draw Everyday Most artists will tell you that
it's 99 sweat and 1 inspiration. Carry a
sketchbook everywhere you go and draw as much as
you can. Whatever medium you use, the humble
pencil will get you through every creative block
and burst of inspiration.
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• Be strict with yourself and make a weekly routine
  that encourages you to pursue your artistic
  practice sincerely. Being self-employed isn't
  easy, and motivation can be complex at times, but
  incredible things can happen once you stop
  emphasizing every mark to look 'good.' Looking
  through old sketchbooks may surprise you, and you
  may find even inspiration for future pieces.

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Have an Active Social Media Presence Set up
Instagram and Facebook accounts solely to promote
your work, using high-quality images that
showcase your best abilities. You want (who
doesn't) people to be able to find you online,
view your work, and learn more about you as
efficiently as possible. Ensure your social media
handles are linked to your website and that your
website is up to date, straightforward, and easy
to navigate.
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• Consider your website and social media
  accounts an online extension of your physical
  portfolio. Galleries and individuals alike seek
  emerging artists online these days, so it's
  critical to make sure there's something for them
  to find when they do a Google search.

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• Network
• Never pass up a networking opportunity! It is a
  simple but effective method of spreading your
  name and attracting new fans, investors, and
  followers. Attend exhibition openings and network
  with other artists you never know what doors you
  might open.
• Remember that networking events allow you to
  build relationships in the short term while also
  expanding your customer base in the long term.
  Make friends in various industries by sharing and
  collecting business cards.

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• Every artist has days when they want to put away
  their pencils, tools, and brushes. Along the way,
  you'll learn much about what doesn't work and
  become accustomed to rejection and' failure.' Be
  persistent, believe in yourself, enjoy every
  happy accident along the way, and don't give up
  when things go wrong. If you cherish what you do,
  it will eventually come through, so keep going.

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Keep these points from Leslie Kavanaugh in mind,
and you'll never hit a roadblock on your way to
refining your art.