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How do you respond when someone says your art is too expensive?
- What could be more excruciating than when someone remarks, “Your artwork is too expensive.”
- Try to Close the Deal.
- Let Them Walk Away.
- Ask About Their Budget.
- Embrace the Teaching Opportunity.
- Say “Thank You”
- The biggest takeaway?
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How much per hour should an artist charge?
The US Dept. of Labor lists the average hourly wage for a fine artist as $24.58—use this to help you estimate. Your price should reflect the money and time you put into creating your art.
What to say when someone says your price is too high?
This can be as simple as saying something like “thanks for sharing that with me,” “I appreciate you noticing that” or “I appreciate your honesty.” Giving them a small compliment helps them to feel good about asking the question and reassures them that you’re both on the same side.
How do you respond when clients say your price is too high email?
How to Overcome Pricing Objections
- Wait for the prospect to finish speaking.
- Pause for 3-5 seconds.
- Ask a question.
- Pose a follow-up question.
- Summarize their objection in 2-3 sentences.
- Clarify if you missed anything.
- Diffuse their concern.
What should your art price say about you?
Your price should reflect the money and time you put into creating your art. Art biz whiz, Cory Huff of The Abundant Artist, uses this trick: “if my prices don’t make me feel at least a little uncomfortable that I’m charging too much, I’m probably undercharging!”
What happens when you don’t value your own art?
To keep proper balance, your art has to flow outward while the money flows inward. When you don’t value your own art, no one else will, either. And then the energy gets stuck, usually right in your solar plexus, and after years and years of giving art away you begin to feel used. And then your relationship with art becomes a dark one.
Why do people pay for art?
3 – When people pay for art, the artist actually has MORE control over the art. This is a psychological thing.
How much should I charge to sell my art?
Think about a reasonable hourly wage and the cost of materials when pricing your art – that includes framing and shipping, if applicable. The US Dept. of Labor lists the average hourly wage for a fine artist as $24.58 — use this to help you estimate.