Understanding the market

Hi, I'm the owner of this Forum and Stroke of Genius web site.

I'd like to suggest that you repost your question with additional information. This will help anyone answer your question more fully.

Also, please identify yourself per my recent post. Those artists who are very experienced would be more likely to answer if they know to whom they are "speaking".

I'd include at least the following:

1. Where are you located? Is it a small town? Prices can vary according to market.

2. Do you have any gallery or agent representation? They can often help get your prices higher by reaching the right market

3. How long have you been painting and how well known are you? Reputation often has much to do with pricing.

4. Are you talking about portraiture?

5. Do you reach any prospects outside your local market?

6. How much have you sold in the past?