Thursday, November 16, 2017

Why A Beginning Artist Should Find An Online Art Competition To Participate In

By Sarah Russell


If you are a beginning artist, you will agree that establishing a fan base is pretty tough. With few galleries willing to display your work, you are only left with a few options. What many who face such challenges do not know, however, is that simply participating in an open online art competition can get you in the right footing for success.

An important point to note is that there are billions of people who prowl the internet on a daily basis. Most of them are not after anything specific. On the contrary, they are open to checking out all the interesting stuff they come across online. Displaying your artwork in an internet tournament in a way connects you to the billion man fan base the web has to offer.

As you get more and more visible over the internet, you may begin receiving offers from art representatives, dealers and one off buyers. Internet competitions also get regular attention from bloggers and art critics. Owing to their massive followings, these people can really generate some chatter around your name. In due course, other bloggers and websites will relay your artwork, thereby giving you free advertising and making your name a brand.

Credibility is something that every starting artist struggles with from the word go. The saving grace is that this is poised to get better once you start to register a decent following. The beauty of credibility is that it attracts the attention of prestigious galleries.

It is a fact that only the creme de la creme of artists gain entry into prestigious shows. To get into this league, start by picking out a reputable competition that is open to all and enroll early. Also remember to pay attention to detail and follow the laid down instructions to the letter. Artists who abide by instructions are always considered professionals.

While many internet exhibitions have lots of prizes for winning teams, monetary gain should not be your motivating factor. What you should focus on as a beginner is getting a platform to showcase what you can do to a global audience. Just consider the first few competitions that you enter as stepping stones to your career.

Some of the feedback given by jurors and critics may be scathing. However, you should learn to take criticism positively and build on the areas that face the most criticism. Also make comparisons with your peers so that you can rise as a team. The key to future success is objectivity.

A typical tournament has a submission deadline. In a way, this promotes the element of discipline. For instance, you learn what to do to place frame orders, shoot photos and update your portfolio on time. Having a disciplined mind can help you complete a difficult project even when you feel like giving up.

Finally, the feeling of winning will certainly uplift your moods. Once you win, you will feel more confident and enroll for other competitions. There are several open web competitions held all through the year. When choosing what to participate in, avoid competitions that have many negative reviews.




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