My thoughts on our precious art collectors.
Art collectors come in all income levels and careers. The secret to your success is finding those like minded friends who you share experiences and friendships with. Don’t make the mistake of thinking that all collectors are those who go to art openings, art walks and who visit galleries and museums. Many of my collectors have never been to a gallery.
My collectors have a huge variety of interests and careers. They all have in common a love for nature,and upland landscape, including lakes,rivers, trees, and fields. Occasionally I will have requests for coastal or mountain scenes for commission work, but that is not my real love.
Many of my collectors are part of my every day life. We are friends outside of my painting career. We perhaps met at my studio, but continue as true friends. They support me in many ways because we are friends.
Some artist have it backwards. They seek to paint subject that are trendy, hoping to find collectors. I say, paint what you love and pay attention to those who share your interest. You will find them gradually. If you paint florals, join a garden club. Put your flyers up at garden stores. Think of all the ways you can get the attention of those who love flowers.
Whatever subject you love, find those who love it too. When you find them, they are your best friends and treat them well.
Country painters have the best collectors….
