Let’s face it: staring at a blinking cursor on a blank screen is one of the most intimidating parts of being an artist. You can spend hours painting or sculpting with confidence, but asking you to write 300 words about yourself? That often feels like a nightmare.
Yet, in today’s digital art market, your Artist Biography is your first handshake. It’s what curators read before they look at your portfolio, and it’s what collectors check before they decide to buy. If your bio is vague, overly academic, or poorly structured, you might be closing doors before they even open.
In our previous discussion (Podcast Episode 3), we explored the theory behind a strong professional profile. But we know that putting theory into practice is the hard part.
Watch the Practical Workshop
To bridge the gap between “knowing” and “doing,” we have created a practical video tutorial. In this visual guide, we move away from abstract concepts and look at real-world examples. We analyze exactly what makes a bio successful and what common mistakes land applications in the rejection pile.
Watch the full tutorial below:
Need Templates and the Full Guide?
While this video covers the practical application and examples, our comprehensive guide covers the foundational rules and provides you with copy-paste templates to get started.
If you haven’t read the original article yet, or if you need the written templates to draft your own text, we highly recommend checking it out. It serves as the perfect companion to this video workshop.
Read the Ultimate Guide:
How to Write a Compelling Artist Biography: A Step-by-Step Guide
Final Thoughts
Your biography is a living document. It should evolve as your art evolves. Don’t aim for perfection on the first draft; aim for clarity. Use the tips in this video to write a version that feels authentic to you, and remember: the goal is not to impress people with big words, but to connect with them through your story.
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