This second edition is updated and expanded to cover better ways to advertise; innovative supplies (such as Venetian plasters and stained cements); unique bidding and studio setups required for new plasters and varnishes; the use of the Internet both for marketing and shopping for materials; new product lines; and the latest trends in the industry. Artists ready to turn their faux; mural; and decorative painting skills into a career will find everything they need to know to start a home-based business. Readers will find insider tips on bidding and client interaction that can turn an artist into an entrepreneur. This essential guide highlights the fundamentals of getting started; from necessary office supplies to insurance needs; from building a portfolio to finding potential clients. Also covered are such crucial topics as keeping records; dealing with supply stores; getting referrals; interviewing with clients; evaluating job sites; negotiating prices; handling contracts; and coping with the growing pains of a successful business. Handy checklists and useful forms such as sample contracts; client invoices; and record-keeping charts; will help launch the business. Anyone who has ever dreamed of making money from his or her faux or mural painting; stencil; furniture decoration; and other skills must have this comprehensive resource.Allworth Press; an imprint of Skyhorse Publishing; publishes a broad range of books on the visual and performing arts; with emphasis on the business of art. Our titles cover subjects such as graphic design; theater; branding; fine art; photography; interior design; writing; acting; film; how to start careers; business and legal forms; business practices; and more. While we dont aspire to publish a New York Times bestseller or a national bestseller; we are deeply committed to quality books that help creative professionals succeed and thrive. We often publish in areas overlooked by other publishers and welcome the author whose expertise can help our audience of readers.
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. What could be a 120 page staple is a 250 page relatively insightful slog.By Will WThe format runs between block quotes from established and worthy filmmakers and commentary by the author. This combination allows for some stunning insight. The problem is that it often becomes redundant and ultimately boring. The filmmakers quotes will repeat for pages and pages. So the one take away gets watered down and drowns you with multiple voices spewing the same concepts. Then. though perhaps for legitimate transitional fluidity. the author restates the same quote and prefaces the next one.It could be an essential 120 page staple of any young filmmaker. Instead its a 250 page insightful slog.Sure. pick it up when its on sale. Then do not hesitate to skim and skip as you read.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Great guide!By Anthony EricksenFantastic guide. very informative and the price was great!0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Great read!By Jesus M. VarasAs an aspiring cinematographer I was recommended this book by some friends. Deciding to give it a glance I found myself learning or clarifying certain elements of cinematography that go beyond the director. This book is a great introduction to the soul of a cinematographer; not just the facts.
