The Truth About Selling Art? These 5 Myths Are Wrong

🎨 5 Myths Artists STILL Believe About Selling Art! (And What’s Actually True)

Selling your art at conventions, markets, and vendor events is exciting… but there are a lot of myths that new artists still fall for. In today’s video, I break down the 5 biggest misconceptions that can hurt your growth, drain your momentum, or set unrealistic expectations — plus one important bonus tip!

✨ Myths covered in this video:
1️⃣ “You’ll make tons of money right away.”
The reality? It takes time, strategy, and consistency.

2️⃣ “You need a massive or prestigious booth to succeed.”
Nope. Your value isn’t measured by booth size. Small setups can still crush it with smart presentation.

3️⃣ “It gets easier.”
Kind of… but also kind of not. As you grow, so do the logistics. (More money, more problems — but also more opportunities!)

4️⃣ “The vendor lifestyle is glamorous.”
Spoiler: It’s rewarding, but it’s also exhausting, chaotic, and not nearly as shiny as Instagram makes it look.

5️⃣ “People only buy your art if you’re ‘good.’”
People buy art for connection, personality, storytelling, and YOU — not just technical skill.

If you’re an artist, creator, or vendor trying to navigate shows, markets, and events… this video is for you.
My goal is to help you grow, learn, and avoid the mistakes many of us went through the hard way.

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