Should I add my signature to open edition prints?

No, don’t put your signature on open editions. Hold back the signature as something special that creates additional value. You can use signed pieces as one-offs, special releases, limited editions, or for specific sales tactics. If you give away the signature on every open edition print, you’re giving away something valuable that you’ll need later for creating premium offerings. The vast majority of successful artists don’t sign their open editions, and it doesn’t affect sales negatively.

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Asked by an artist asking about signing prints · Answered by Patrick Shanahan · art-marketing-podcast · 2020-07-08