The Artist's Magazine 2008 Annual CD

Here's a look at some of the highlights you'll find on this easy-to-use CD:

Inspiration: Artists and illustrators Antonio Lopez Garcia, Sharon Sprung, Jim Phalen, M. Katherine Hurley, Jon R. Friedman, Costa Vavagiakis, Alan Feltus, Peter Fiore and Jan Brett share secrets of their craft.

Instruction: Gary Greene demonstrates colored pencil techniques; Michael Skalka re-creates the palettes of the masters; Anthony Waichulis explains finishes in charcoal; Nancy Reyner illustrates the versatility of acrylics, etc.

Business advice: How to design an effective website; devise a marketing plan; convert a spare room into a gallery; get the low-down on fine art reproductions; make a profit at art fairs; land a good gallery, and more.

Studio tours: John Michael Carter, Jason Bouldin, Morgan Samuel Price, Susan Lyon and Sandra Sallin invite you inside their renovated studios.

Plus: Enjoy great art in all media and all styles from our featured artists, competition winners, artists over 60 and more!