Donna Aldridge: Painter, Author

“It’s so important to believe in yourself and really see your art career accurately, doing what you desire. Intent, passion, clarity, persistence, growth, sense of humor—and of adventure, all seem vital pieces in both creating and marketing my art, particularly in the face of major intermittent health challenges.”

"My marketing strategy is 'be out there'. I participate in solo or selected group shows and galleries; national or international competitions; write magazine, newspaper, radio and TV interviews or articles; send mailings, do programs for both art and “civilian” organizations; teach painting workshops with a DVD and book in progress; update my web site and network. My passion is the driving force; learning and application, the steering.

"Artist Career Training has helped me hone certain parts of my marketing, become aware of new approaches, given me some fresh ideas, and helped me re-order many aspects of my marketing activities. I’ve also thoroughly enjoyed problem-solving with the other artists who are part of the global A.C.T. community of professional artists.

"An 'impossible-to-connect-with' art editor recently commented favorably on my press kit 'You’ve got everything I need right here,' along with her compliments on how organized I was. Of course she did ask me more questions! And did a nice article with a color photo of my painting. So many people asked me how I ever managed to get her on the phone. :+))”

Donna Aldridge psa m-maps is a continuing Graduate of the A.C.T. Program. An international award winning painter with works in 25 countries, many solo shows and features in publications, she is best known for her landscapes and stilllifes, her rich color, composition and light. www.aldridgestudios.com