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June 15, 2025 8 mins

Summary

In this conversation, Tamara Hergert interviews artist Leigh Witherell about her journey in the art world, focusing on how artists can get featured in magazines and the importance of marketing themselves. Leigh shares her experiences with various art publications, the costs involved, and the strategies she employs to gain exposure. The discussion emphasizes the need for artists to treat their careers as a business and to be proactive in seeking opportunities for publicity and representation.


Connect with Leigh:

See Leigh's website: www.leighs.art 

Follow Leigh on instagram: www.instagram.com/leighsartfl


Takeaways

Leigh Witherell is an accomplished artist with a dynamic portfolio.

Getting featured in magazines can significantly boost an artist's visibility.

Artists should be prepared to invest in their publicity efforts.

Researching magazines and their credibility is crucial to avoid scams.

Emerging artists can benefit from art calls and contests.

Networking with editors and publishers can lead to more opportunities.

Publications often help artists with writing and presentation.

Marketing and self-promotion are essential skills for artists.

Finding an art agent can help artists focus on their craft.


Building a strong online presence is important for artists.


I hope you like this episode and it helps you on your creative path! 


Tamara Hergert


Mentions:

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