How do I ensure quality and longevity when working with mixed media or unusual materials?

Go back to professional fundamentals: use the right materials for the right job. This requires thorough learning and testing, especially if you’re working with new materials or in a new environment where supply sources differ. Research suppliers, test extensively, and learn from other professionals working in your media. Invest time in understanding how materials interact and age. When you commit to quality materials and proper technique from the start, you’ll have very few quality issues down the line. Customers will notice—the physical piece will exceed their expectations compared to what they saw online.

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Asked by an artist working with mixed media or nontraditional materials · Answered by Miro Kenarov · art-marketing-podcast · 2023-05-10