It's been a busy last few months... But we've assembled some great "reading" for you!

At A&CNet, we're committed to doing our small part in helping the Art & Craft Industry grow. Grab your favorite reading chair; we've got a fascinating interview, a couple in-depth articles in this one, and simply... get ready for some beneficial insights, some good practical advice, and to be challenged and encouraged!

Theme-wise, most of the articles in this issue are focused on Buying & Selling Art On-line, and who we are as an artist or craftsperson, and the part we have to play in it. As always, what you're about to read can DEFINITELY benefit your career and art or craft business!

So, here's what we have for you —

• Our "Spotlight Q&A Interview" is with a multi-talented Artisan from Brampton, Ontario, David Irvine. He's had an interesting creative journey and he shares some down-to-earth tips for all of us.




• For our first Special Feature, we're bringing you the second in a new series of articles on How to Sell Your Art. In this issue, glass artist and author, Steve Popkin, speaks to those at a crossroads in their art or craft career with "Craft or Artwork?" It touches on the age-old debate of one's definition of art or craft...




• Our Special Guest Article comes courtesy of Robert Genn. Robert writes about "Professional Jealousy", which goes hand-in-hand with the articles in this issue.




• Our Feature Art & Craft Media article is about "Felt" and "The Felting Process". This will give you a good overview of this unique and flexible art and craft medium.




• This issue's Ask An Artist poses the question of "Art Buyers — Who Are They? It's a bit tongue-in-cheek, but it's oh so true, when you think about it...




• And finally, our Dollars & Sense Tips is not just another article — It's an in-depth study/analysis of "The Pros and Cons of Buying & Selling Art On-line". I can't recommend this enough for both art lovers and craft enthusiasts, as well as artists and craftspeople wanting to take advantage of selling their art on-line. This is LOADED with helpful advice and tips!

We count it a pleasure and an honour to share our passion and bring the Art & Craft Community together, sharing fascinating life stories, beneficial information and unique insights, and great advice. North America is blessed with so many creative and talented people… It's our pleasure to offer the A&CNet e-Zine as a unique "platform" where we can get to know each other, help each other, and grow both as artists, artisans & crafters and as enthusiastic art and craft lovers.

We hope you enjoy this issue.

All the best to you!

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