For those artists like me that paint full-time, art is our business. Help out a small business this holiday season by shopping small. You’ll stimulate both the local and national economy. And because of all the end-of-season football games…well…don’t make it just the Saturday after Thanksgiving. Shop small this holiday season and give your special […]
Last year ColaToday, a local Columbia publication featured 12 artists they want on their walls as a sneak peek for Open Studios. I am thankful to be on that list! The annual Open Studio Tour is set for this year, so mark your calendars to come by for a visit. All work is available for […]
Most folks think getting product to market is first order of business for start ups. However, actually cash-flow management is the number one priority which small business owners and start ups should focus almost all their efforts on before selling their first product or service. The Small Business Administration estimates that start up costs for operating a […]
If you want to sell your art, music or hottest gadget you just invented, you’re going to have to move your mindset from being an artist, maker or creator to being a business-person for a long-term sustainable career in the creative economy. You have to take ownership of every aspect of your business including the […]
If you’re like me, you are constantly reading magazines, watching videos and playing with interior design ideas. Believe it or not, one question I get asked a lot is what color should I paint the walls in my house? While color choice is a personal and it may be fun to paint every room in […]
Today ends the month-long exhibition of “The Lighter Side” at Mitchell Hill in Charleston with fellow artist Chris Fulp. We has a fun time at the opening and met lots of new friends and sold some paintings too. I hope that in a time of heated political debates, busy work schedules and daily stress you were […]
Experience the beauty of Riverfront Park through the eyes of local artists during Art Along the Trail on Saturday, October 8, 2016 from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. The event is sponsored by City of Columbia’s Parks & Recreation Department and is free to the public. Several local artists will be on-site demonstrating their artistic […]
October 4, 2016 marks the one year anniversary after the 1000 year flood in Columbia, South Carolina. Many folks lost artwork in the flood and those that could tried to salvage what was left. I thought it would be a good time to revisit the subject of salvaging and preserving art. Here are several steps you […]
I am delighted to announce the launch of my newly designed website in October 2016. The site, www.alicialeeke.com, is now easier to navigate and mobile-friendly. The revamped website offers a simple buying process with a shopping cart, secure payment methods, and safe delivery. Until now, customers have had to purchase artwork through retailers or inquire […]
Welcome to the first post on the new and much improved blog site! I’m working up some great content to share with you. Here you will find out about my paintings, exhibitions, new works and articles of interest for entrepreneurs and art business owners. This blog and my Facebook page will be the best and […]
