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For People Who Sell Art Supplies

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Versatile and Enduring: Watercolors Stand the Test of Time
Summer 2005
by Kari Anderson
Industry experts discuss what today's watercolorists are looking for Click here to read this article.

Using This To Do That
Summer 2011
by Tina Manzer
I Considered mixed media a recent phenomenon, born from scrapbooking and paper arts combined with quilting and fiber arts... Click here to read this article.

Up and Down: Relief Versus Intaglio
Winter 2002
by by Claudia Myers, Spokane Art Supply
While traditional printmaking may not be the hottest trend today, artists have a reputation for rediscovering and reviving classic processes. If you find this to be the case in your store, it’s best to be prepared. Read on! Click here to read this article.

Today’s Luxury: Fine Pens
Fall 2003
by Kari Anderson
Tips on selling fine writing instruments, plus the latest trends in pens Click here to read this article.

To Each His Own Brush
Summer 2012
by Alyssa LaFaro
Know how to recommend the right brush hair for the right customer Click here to read this article.

Tiny Art is Hugely Popular: Capitalize on a growing trend by hosting ATC swaps in your store
Summer 2009
by Anya Harris
People around the world are creating Artist Trading Cards (ATCs). Click here to read this article.

The Two Sides of Paper
Summer 2003
by Kari Anderson
While fine art paper sleeps, decorative paper kicks up its heels Click here to read this article.

The Book Shelf
Summer 2003

Popular books for add-on sales Click here to read this article.

The Book Shelf
Winter 2003

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The Book Shelf
Spring 2003

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The Airbrush Renaissance
Fall 2006
by Kari Anderson
With airbrushing becoming more popular than ever, now could be the time to add these supplies to your mix. If your thinking of jumping in, here's what you need to know. Click here to read this article.

Sumi-e Plain and Simple
Fall 2008
by Kari Anderson
This 2,000-year-old Chinese art form is experiencing a surge in popularity in the U.S. Click here to read this article.

Stretching for More
Fall 2005
by Kari Anderson
Manufacturers discuss the dramatic changes to the canvas category and explain why it's still the bedrock of art supplies Click here to read this article.

Storage: The Logical Add-on Sale
Spring 2007
by Kari Anderson
How to sell the storage units that your customers need for their art supplies Click here to read this article.

Slicers, Dicers and Decklers
Winter 2010
by Tina Manzer and Anya Harris
Creating with paper remains the queen of crossover with applications in the hobby, craft, art, office products and industrial markets. Click here to read this article.

Shaping Sales of Clay and Modeling Materials
Fall 2002
by Kari Anderson
Three retailers and a manufacturer offer insights on how to sell clay Click here to read this article.

Remember Gouache?
Spring 2009
by by Kari Anderson
This versatile-but-overlooked medium has loads of potential for a variety of artists if you’ll remind them what it can do. Click here to read this article.

reMARKERble
Winter 2010
by Tina Manzer
Two vendors discuss the constantly growing list of marker applications, and offer ways AM retailers can meet the needs of many users Click here to read this article.

Reader Roundtable: A Look at Books
Winter 2002
by Kari Anderson
A group of retailers discussed books: what sells well in an AM store, the best ways to merchandise them and strategies to increase sales Click here to read this article.

Products For The Student Season
Summer 2011
by Tina Manzer
With the back-to-school selling season looming on the horizon... Click here to read this article.

Plein Air Gets Popular
Spring 2005
by Kari Anderson
Manufacturers and retailers discuss products that appeal to the growing number of people who are painting outdoors Click here to read this article.

Plastic Paints And Happy Mediums
Spring 2011
by Tina Manzer
First, acrylics are children compared to other art tools and supplies. Click here to read this article.

Pads of Paper Prevail
Summer 2009
by Tina Manzer
During the back-to-school season, sketchpads become the backbone of business for most AM retaile Click here to read this article.

Oil Paints Make a Comeback
Winter 2003
by Kari Anderson
With safer options for solvents and a renewed interest in traditional painting styles, sales of oil paints are climbing Click here to read this article.

Notes On Paper
Fall 2011
by Tina Manzer
A paper fanatic myself, I was happy to see many references in my summer reading to decorative paper and how it’s used. Click here to read this article.

Neat Ideas for Selling Cleaners
Spring 2006
by Kari Anderson
Though they’re not glamourous or exciting, cleaners are a necessary part of the artistic process. If you remind your customers they need them, demonstrate how they’re used and don’t sell people more than they need, your cleaners will not only clean, Click here to read this article.

Mosaic Update
Winter 2011
by Tina Manzer
n February, the Society of American Mosaic Artists (SAMA) will hold its annual American Mosaic Summit in Austin. Click here to read this article.

Manufacturers Talk Mosaics
Summer 2006
by Kari Anderson
Two manufacturers of mosaic materials discuss trends and offer their best advice for increasing sales. Click here to read this article.

Make the Hard Choice Panels Proffer Possibilities
Summer 2008
by Kari Anderson
Panels for painting remain popular, thanks to their durability, rigidity and texture Click here to read this article.

LIGHTS, Canvas, Action!
Winter 2005
by Kari Anderson
Manufacturers talk about lighting options for artist and hobbyists. Click here to read this article.

How to Sell More Books
Spring 2010
by Susan Koscis
Susan Koscis of Search Press USA shares merchandising tips for maximizing sales of books in your store. Click here to read this article.

How to Pick the Perfect Products
Spring 2006
by Kari Anderson
Seasoned AM retailers talk about how they find products their customers want – before they want them Click here to read this article.

How to Choose an Easel
Fall 2004
by Kari Anderson
Your staff can learn the best questions to ask when helping a customer select an easel. Click here to read this article.

Help Create the Best Impression(s)
Summer 2010
by Tina Manzer
Printmaking is everywhere. Read about selling supplies for this growing medium. With bonus features from Speedball Art Products and Graphic Chemical & Ink Click here to read this article.

Greek Revival
Winter 2009
by Kari Anderson, with Kathryn Bevier
The ancient practice of encaustic painting is attracting a new generation of artists Click here to read this article.

Get the Nitty Gritty on Adhesives
Spring 2004
by Kari Anderson
3M's Joseph Callahan gives straightfoward advice on helping customers choose the right adhesive Click here to read this article.

From Rags to Riches
Spring 2002
by by Claudia Myers, Spokane Art Supply
Decorative painting techniques can change a plain, mundane object into precious stone, wood or metal with literally the swipe of a rag and some paint. Click here to read this article.

Frames for Everyone
Fall 2007
by Kari Anderson
Manufacturers of framing materials talk about how to please your framing customers Click here to read this article.

Everyone Is Chasing Paper
Fall 2011
by Tina Manzer
As the popularity of fancy paper continues to unfold, new ways to use it are invented every day. Click here to read this article.

Don’t Let Inks Be Invisible in Your Store
Fall 2003
by Kari Anderson
An old-fashion medium finds new popularity Click here to read this article.

Do You Cover Book Arts?
Winter 2007
by Kari Anderson
From altered books to letterpress, the book arts category is getting hotter. Click here to read this article.

Cut Through the Confusion: How to Sell the Sharp Stuff
Winter 2006
by Kari Anderson
Manufacturers discuss trends in cutiing tools and suggest criteria for selecting products Click here to read this article.

Creating Artists (and Customers) One Kid at a Time
Spring 2003
by Kari Anderson
Three retailers offer suggestions for targeting the children’s market Click here to read this article.

Consumers Try Dye and Like It
Spring 2010
by Tina Manzer
Find the complexity of dyes just a little too much to handle? You might want to take a second look at carrying the new options on the market now. Click here to read this article.

“It’s pretty, but what can I do with it?” – Directing Customers Toward Decorative Papers
Fall 2002
by Kari Anderson
Get creative answers to this question from Kate's Paperie in Manhattan Click here to read this article.

“I Need a Sign”
Summer 2007
by Kari Anderson
A retailer and a manufacturer discuss sign-making products Click here to read this article.

Art Products for Kids Attract Families
Fall 2009
by Tina Manzer and Anya Harris
A trend towards more thoughtful, creative children’s gifts makes this a good year to beef up your selection of art supplies for kids Click here to read this article.

Art Materials Hotline
Summer 2002
by By Barb Dougherty
Paper for every media: a helpful guide Click here to read this article.

Art Materials Hotline
Spring 2002
by by Barb Dougherty
Answers to questions on art authentication, color schemes, wetting watercolor paper, and a medium called Maroger Click here to read this article.

Art Materials Hotline
Winter 2002
by By Barb Dougherty
Health and safety issues draw attention Click here to read this article.

Are You Selling Digital Art Paper Yet?
Winter 2008
by Kari Anderson
Here's what you need to know about selling this up-and-coming category. Click here to read this article.

A Plethora of Palettes
Spring 2008
by Kari Anderson
Help your customers choose appropriate palettes by following these vendor tips. Click here to read this article.

A Case for Style
Summer 2004
by Kari Anderson
Portfolios and presentation cases are a necessity for artists, but their uses go well beyond fine art. Sexier than ever, this category is enticing more customers all the time. Click here to read this article.

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