This is the first video in a new series of videos I will be producing for Art Palaver. I kept this one very simple because I had to learn the software for creating this type of video. Look for more involved videos down the road. I plan to cover many internet tools that artists can use to better promote themselves and sell more art. Feel free to leave a comment about what tutorials you’d like to see.

WordPress is a great tool for any artist looking to have their own website. Often thought of as “just a blog” WP has really evolved to a complete content management system. These days when you are surfing the web you probably come across many sites that are built with WP but look nothing like  a blog. Don’t get hung up on the fact that it started as a blog platform.

I’ve talked to a lot of artists that agree and want to get started with WP but get stuck on the install. They visit WordPress.org and download the software but then don’t know what to do with it. Understandable, but there is a better way and that way is called “One Click Install.”

First thing you’ll need for this is a web host that offers one click install. (I recommend Site5 <— affiliate link*) Then all you have to do is watch this tutorial and you’ll have your very own website in no time.

Now that you have your new WP site be sure to stay tuned to Art Palaver for more video tutorials on how to secure, customize, and keep your site updated.

*that means I make a little money if you click the link and then buy from Site5)

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HR Giger is probably best known for his creature which was brought to life in the franchise of Alien films. But for almost 50 years Giger has been producing artwork and has established himself as one of the word’s best Fantastic Realism artists.

Born in 1940 in Chur Switzerland he know resides in Zurich Switzerland. But JustSayGo‘s television host and travel journalist Ron Stern caught up with Giger at his bar in Gruyeres Switzerland. The artist is not known for giving many interviews, especially on camera, which is what makes the exclusive interview so special.

Ron was also able to talk to Giger’s wife Carmen Maria Giger who mentions having a poster of Giger’s work when she was 17 but had no idea who the artist was.

He is an artist that has had a career most artists would envy. Early in his career he set himself apart by using a freehand airbrush technique to develop his own unique and now well known style.

In 1977 he published the book Necronomicon which is what was the visual inspiration for director Ridley Scott’s film Alien. The director commissioned HR Giger to design the film’s title character as well as the film’s alien environment. These designs earned Giger an Oscar in 1980 for Best Achievement in Visual Effects.

Giger’s work also had an influence on rock n roll. His work graced the cover of many notable musicians such as Debbie Harry, Danzig, and Celtic Frost, just to name a few. His most well known though is probably Emerson, Lake, and Palmer’s 1973 album Brain Salad Surgery. Sadly the original art work from that double cover was recently stolen and is still missing.

Today HR Giger’s work can be found through out Europe. You can find more information about HR Giger, his work, and where it is currently on display at his website.

Rare HR Giger Video Interview is a post from: Art Palaver The Artist Marketing Resource.

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But I do know that it can be intimidating or maybe you can’t yet see the value in how they can help you sell more art. And that is exactly why I am excited to introduce the next FREE Art Palaver webinar…

“Using Video to Promote and Sell Your Art Online”

In this webinar I will go over the all important question “why would an artist use video?” As well as the many ways to approach and produce vids. This webinar will also be packed with information on the tools needed to make, edit, and publish those magic moving pictures.

Even if you are not sure it is right for you I recommend you sign up for this webinar to maybe learn about something your missing. Video can be such a powerful tool yet many artists do not take advantage of it and it can be a good way to set yourself apart and get noticed on the web.

The live event has already happened but below you can find the archived audio, video, and slides:

Video Art Marketing

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That is why I am offering free weekly webinars that teach various topics on how artists can sell more art both online and offline. This video is the first in the 120 second format. I still have to practice a bit with the limited time frame but I am committed to sticking with one take no matter how it turns out. What would you like to see in an Art Palaver video? Interviews with artists? Featured galleries? How to’s? More featured artists? Let me know, that is why we have a comment section.

In this video I introduce you to the “A to Z of Awesomeness” which is a project from artist Neill Cameron. Head over to http://www.neillcameron.com/A_to_Z.html to read all about it. So take 120 seconds out of your life to check out the video:

I should also mention that you can buy prints of Mr. Cameron’s awesomeness right here. All profits from the sale of this second printing will be donated to SSNAP (Support for the Sick Newborn And their Parents), a charity which supports the Intensive Special Care Nurseries (Neonatal Unit) at the John Radcliffe Hospital, Oxford.

I also talk more about the Art Palaver free webinars which I had begun to offer. If you are not familiar with webinars this is a good chance to try them out. The technology allows me to share my screen with you so that I can share slides and demonstrate sites and tools live. You can also interact via a question form that lets you ask a question anytime. I am really excited about the potential that this format offers for learning and community building.

I am always seeking feedback on what information you would like to hear about. And let me know if there is anyone out there you would like to see as a panelist for a webinar. Or maybe you have something to teach? Let me know.

As always….

Live to Create!

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The War of Art: Break Through the Blocks and Win Your Inner Creative Battles

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It has been a while since I’ve done a video for Art Palaver but they are back on the schedule. In today’s video I talk about the art marketing webinars I have going on right now. I am exciting about them because they are collecting a lot of good information in a solid deliverable way. The more I use the webinar format the more I like it. In fact I have plans for 2010 to have much smaller coaching sessions using the webinar system, I’ll be letting you know more about that in the coming weeks.

The great thing about video is that I don’t have to do a lot of typing. Hit play, watch the video, and let me know what you think.

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Take simple inexpensive material to create art. Place that art in a public environment that animates the work. Gain recognition from around the world.

That formula worked for Joshua Allen Harris. And this short video gives us a glimpse of the artist, the work, and the process.

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Sunday Art Video | Street Artist Joshua Allen Harris is a post from: Art Palaver The Artist Marketing Resource.

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How will you use Screenr to promote your work? If you do try it please do share with a link in the comments.

Live to Create,

Artists Can Use Screenr To Create Fast Videos To Promote Their Art is a post from: Art Palaver The Artist Marketing Resource.

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