I've been debating over whether I want to reopen the shop, deciding how to balance all of my interests without falling prey to the need to constantly update the shop and maintain competitiveness of mainstream consumerism. (Anyone else feel like etsy no longer sets an independent pace but pushes shop keepers to stay ahead of the retail curve?) I don't have the drive to make items based on holiday themes, nor do I have the time.
All rants aside, when the shop reopens, I'm going to have a different structure and a different process: I will just offer 1 print at a time in very limited editions. The paper, the size and the time of availability will vary, but my goal is to have a new design every 2 months. If an edition doesn't sell out, I'll still pull it from the shop.
It's a way for me to keep pushing myself, stay outside that retail rush, and feel passionate about my product.
This print is nearly finished, and will be the first available in a 16 x 22" poster as an edition of 10 ($75). Smaller prints (8 x 10", edition of 20, $30) will be available through the fine retailers that carry Wolfie and the Sneak wares.
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I am an artist who aspires to someday start my own art entrepreneurship. I currently write an arts news blog at noahwayblog.com.
I am amazed by what you seem to be doing. There are so many entrepreneurs who tell me not to open a business if I have distractions like family, children, or another job. What amazes me is your dedication to maintaining your family life while also trying to make and sell art.
Keep going strong!
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