Kelly Hart named her art consulting firm Carson Birch for two good reasons: her young sons, Birch and Carson.
We met several years ago when we were helping the Idaho Commission on the Arts inventory art in public places, and we recently had lunch to catch up. Now a single mom, the former director of the Buhl Arts Council moved to Boise, looked for a full-time job, then realized it made more sense to work from home, giving her flexible hours and saving child-care expenses.
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By Melissa Davlin Times-News writer, Thursday, February 21, 2008 • Twin Falls, Idaho
You're a skilled artist living in southern Idaho. You've got what it takes to impress - a good eye, a steady hand, a taste for what translates well onto canvas. You have years of experience reinforced with an extensive portfolio and a lengthy resume.
So why won't your work sell? Painters and art photographers living in southern Idaho often struggle to sell their work in a region that, some artists say, is not known for its appreciation of finery. The solution? Know how - and where - to market yourself. Galleries are often the first place artists turn. Not only can galleries reach a bigger customer base, but artists might not have a mind for marketing.
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