Why Every Beginning Artist Should Participate In An Online Art Competition

By Sarah Russell


If you are starting out your career as an artist, chances are you are having a hard time getting a consistent fan base. With many galleries turning you away, the options left on the table are pretty few. What you need to know, however, is that you stand to gain a lot career wise by simply displaying your artwork in an online art competition.

Firstly, the internet is prowled by billions of users every day. Most of the people browsing the web are not looking for anything specific. They are mostly keen to check out anything interesting they come across. Showcasing your artwork in a web based gallery connects you to the billions of potential fans who browse for leisure.

As your visibility gets built by the internet, you may start getting offers from dealers, buyers and art representatives. Web based tournaments also get a lot of attention from critics and bloggers. These are the people who can really make your name known. As the web chatter surrounding your work starts to increase, other sites will pick up your artwork and advertise it for free, thereby turning you into a brand.

One of the things that many artists struggle with is credibility. Luckily, this is something that you should get once you get a steady web of internet followers. With credibility, you stand a higher chance of getting accepted into other prestigious shows.

It is a fact that only the creme de la creme of artists gain entry into prestigious shows. To get into this league, start by picking out a reputable competition that is open to all and enroll early. Also remember to pay attention to detail and follow the laid down instructions to the letter. Artists who abide by instructions are always considered professionals.

While many internet exhibitions have lots of prizes for winning teams, monetary gain should not be your motivating factor. What you should focus on as a beginner is getting a platform to showcase what you can do to a global audience. Just consider the first few competitions that you enter as stepping stones to your career.

Some of the feedback given by jurors and critics may be scathing. However, you should learn to take criticism positively and build on the areas that face the most criticism. Also make comparisons with your peers so that you can rise as a team. The key to future success is objectivity.

Most competitions are driven by deadlines. This is good as it helps instill a sense of discipline. You benefit by learning how to order for frames and shoot photos within the stipulated time while updating your portfolio. It is your discipline that will enable you to complete projects even when on the verge of giving up.

Finally, the feeling of winning will certainly uplift your moods. Once you win, you will feel more confident and enroll for other competitions. There are several open web competitions held all through the year. When choosing what to participate in, avoid competitions that have many negative reviews.




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