How to Start a Faux Painting or Mural Business: A Guide to Making Money in the Decorative Arts
by Rebecca Pitman
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Author: Rebecca PitmanEdition: Paperback
Published: 2003-10-01
ISBN: 1581153090
Number of pages: 208
Publisher: Allworth Press
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Book Review: ***This book delivers on it's Title!***
Summary: 5 Stars
Is your question, "After reading this book, will I be able to start and run a successful business doing decorative painting"?
My opinion? This book follows through on what it promises! The focus here is learning how to start a business in Faux Painting/ Murals, and make money in the Decorative Arts Trade. This book gives facts, and proven successful business practices and technique, needed by Right Brainers, Artists, and those blessed with Creative Genius. If you need some help with how to go from being a hobby artist, to making real money with your talent, Rebecca has written your instruction manual. This book will save you time, money, and a ton of first time business owner headaches!
Rebecca's book (manual), puts Art and Business together in an easy to read format. It can springboard the Artist/ budding Business-Person into starting a viable business with their artwork.
I found this book easy to understand, well written, clear, and to the point. It will appeal to Artists who want to take their Art to the next level; start a business, market your art, and make money selling it! Don't we all want to do what we love and have the money follow? This book can make it happen for you!
Summary of How to Start a Faux Painting or Mural Business: A Guide to Making Money in the Decorative Arts
The complete how-to guide for turning faux, mural, and decorative painting skills into a viable, home-based career! Covering everything from the fundamentals of buying supplies to coping with the growing pains of a successful business, this essential sourcebook provides a wealth of tested tips and techniques on such crucial topics as getting referrals, buying insurance, building a portfolio, dealing with supply stores, evaluating job sites, negotiating prices, interviewing clients, and much more!Interior Design Books
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