I do really enjoy reading the FASO newsletters and look forward to your book - it sounds like it will be a timely read. I just recently and am still in process of switching over to a FASO website as I do like all FASO has to offer for Artists that other platforms don't. And you're spot on about the social media site algorithms - it's a shame really that it's turned into that: like a paywall one can't hurdle unless they've got the money or are offering shocking/rage bait content. When they began I don't believe they were like that - it used to just be fun sharing content and finding it. Anyway, thanks for this exceptional read!
Thank you! I agree, I was an early adopter of both Twitter and Facebook. Even Google used to say “don’t be evil.” But they all dropped their fancy moral statements in pursuit of profit. I personally don’t use any social media anymore except Substack, and I am extremely wary that Substack will turn into the same thing though, they have not yet. But they did take VC money so, ultimately, they will suffer the same fate.
Oh, I hope not. I’m new here too, to Substack and yes, it definitely has that older familiar feeling of what the other sites used to offer and have. I hope it stays that way. It’s sad for all of us though, that so many of the other sites have become all about the money - as if they don’t already have enough of it - lol! Oh well.
I think the only answer is a place that refuses to take outside funding and must live on its own profits and answer to its users and customers. Obviously, that is what we have built and are continuing to build at FASO. Substack is impressive so far in what they have built but the fact they have taken funds from one of the largest VC firms in silicon valley tells me that it won't last. Those guys demand a return and that return ultimately means choosing profit over everything else. Still, I hold out some small hope that "this time is different."
It's such a breath of fresh air to hear that other artists feel the same as I do about social media chaos. I use FASO to show my art and appreciate how supportive you all are. Bravo, Clint. And, thank you!
Good article and persuasive. I followed the link from Joe’s painting and it led to a really great page on his site that’s way more informative and proactive for the viewer than my FASO link would be. Mine pretty much just shows you the painting, the size and price. Is this the initial page of Joe’s current FASO website? I think what I’m saying is that o want kit site to look like his. Thanks.
Wow. I really needed to read this short piece, and I agree wholeheartedly with your thoughts on social media. I write a monthly newsletter and today I announced to my newsletter recipients that I will stop posting new work on social media, and instead give them exclusive updates through my newsletter platform. I paint frequently, at least one a week, so I asked my audience to let me know if an email a week is too much, and I can segment them into a less frequent list. I'll try one painting at a time, but if I get pushback, I'll maybe go to every other week, even if it means 2 or 3 paintings in the email. I think this may also help announce upcoming events like live paintings that I schedule during the month. I hope to establish a more intimate connection through this change. Thanks for the motivation!
Once a week isn’t too much. Don’t think of it as a newsletter. Just a notification of new artwork. Don’t put in a bunch of stuff to read or try to cover a ton of different topics at once. Once a week with each one being a short notification is far easier for people than a massive update once a month. It’s not about frequency as much as it’s about cognitive load. At least for me.
Thank you. That's the response I got from my email readers. I was wondering though, do you make the email obvious as an offering for sale? Do you include the price or encourage the reader to click on the image so it takes them to the web page for more information? Do you ever mention the other features such as the "Room" view, etc."
I do really enjoy reading the FASO newsletters and look forward to your book - it sounds like it will be a timely read. I just recently and am still in process of switching over to a FASO website as I do like all FASO has to offer for Artists that other platforms don't. And you're spot on about the social media site algorithms - it's a shame really that it's turned into that: like a paywall one can't hurdle unless they've got the money or are offering shocking/rage bait content. When they began I don't believe they were like that - it used to just be fun sharing content and finding it. Anyway, thanks for this exceptional read!
Thank you! I agree, I was an early adopter of both Twitter and Facebook. Even Google used to say “don’t be evil.” But they all dropped their fancy moral statements in pursuit of profit. I personally don’t use any social media anymore except Substack, and I am extremely wary that Substack will turn into the same thing though, they have not yet. But they did take VC money so, ultimately, they will suffer the same fate.
Oh, I hope not. I’m new here too, to Substack and yes, it definitely has that older familiar feeling of what the other sites used to offer and have. I hope it stays that way. It’s sad for all of us though, that so many of the other sites have become all about the money - as if they don’t already have enough of it - lol! Oh well.
I think the only answer is a place that refuses to take outside funding and must live on its own profits and answer to its users and customers. Obviously, that is what we have built and are continuing to build at FASO. Substack is impressive so far in what they have built but the fact they have taken funds from one of the largest VC firms in silicon valley tells me that it won't last. Those guys demand a return and that return ultimately means choosing profit over everything else. Still, I hold out some small hope that "this time is different."
It's such a breath of fresh air to hear that other artists feel the same as I do about social media chaos. I use FASO to show my art and appreciate how supportive you all are. Bravo, Clint. And, thank you!
Thank you! 🙏
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Whoops- fat fingers, hate the new iPhone update. My last sentence should read “ I’d like my FASO website to look like his.”
Good article and persuasive. I followed the link from Joe’s painting and it led to a really great page on his site that’s way more informative and proactive for the viewer than my FASO link would be. Mine pretty much just shows you the painting, the size and price. Is this the initial page of Joe’s current FASO website? I think what I’m saying is that o want kit site to look like his. Thanks.
Joe is using the “Seattle Sleekness” template. You could switch to that if you like the look.
Wow. I really needed to read this short piece, and I agree wholeheartedly with your thoughts on social media. I write a monthly newsletter and today I announced to my newsletter recipients that I will stop posting new work on social media, and instead give them exclusive updates through my newsletter platform. I paint frequently, at least one a week, so I asked my audience to let me know if an email a week is too much, and I can segment them into a less frequent list. I'll try one painting at a time, but if I get pushback, I'll maybe go to every other week, even if it means 2 or 3 paintings in the email. I think this may also help announce upcoming events like live paintings that I schedule during the month. I hope to establish a more intimate connection through this change. Thanks for the motivation!
Once a week isn’t too much. Don’t think of it as a newsletter. Just a notification of new artwork. Don’t put in a bunch of stuff to read or try to cover a ton of different topics at once. Once a week with each one being a short notification is far easier for people than a massive update once a month. It’s not about frequency as much as it’s about cognitive load. At least for me.
Will this work for writers?
Well, essentially that’s what Substack is. At this time, Substack is a better platform for writing than our platform.
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Chill Ms. Kelly. I'm not on social media 24/7 like yunz.
There's something wrong with you.
Thank you. That's the response I got from my email readers. I was wondering though, do you make the email obvious as an offering for sale? Do you include the price or encourage the reader to click on the image so it takes them to the web page for more information? Do you ever mention the other features such as the "Room" view, etc."