In which our advice columnist provides tips on the curatorial process.  [June 10, 2013]

In which our brave columnist takes on the complicated topic of taxes on art-related income (hint: maybe you should get an accountant).  [May 27, 2013]

In which our eminent advisor seeks out artists' opinions on finding a gallery that's the right fit for you.  [May 13, 2013]

In which our sage columnist reveals the steps necessary to getting your big art world break.  [April 29, 2013]

In which our diligent source for all things art-related advises on changing career paths.  [April 15, 2013]

In which our tireless advice columnist sorts through the pros and cons of submitting work to juried shows.  [April 1, 2013]

In which our encouraging advice columnist urges artists to listen for opportunity's knock.  [March 18, 2013]

In which our unflappable advice columnist counsels on the importance of putting it in writing.  [March 4, 2013]

In which our inquisitive advisor answers some questions about the nebulous dynamics of artist and art consultant relations.  [February 18, 2013]

In which our sage advice columnist advises on reorganizing your website.  [February 4, 2013]

In which our advice columnist provides tips on how and when to make reproductions.  [January 22, 2013]

In which our intrepid advice columnist dives once more into the fray of gallery representation.  [January 7, 2013]

In which our thrifty advice columnist recommends useful gifts for art lovers.  [December 10, 2012]

In which our meticulous advice columnist tidies up a few loose ends.  [December 3, 2012]

In which our ever-practical advice columnist provides solid info on finding the right artist residency.  [November 26, 2012]

In which our fearless advice columns tackles the dark side of success.  [November 12, 2012]

In which our advice columnist offers helpful tips on how to create an interesting and entertaining artist lecture.  [November 5, 2012]

In which our diplomatic advice columnist demonstrates that private is private.  [October 29, 2012]

In which our well-mannered advice columnist handles the repair of an important relationship.  [October 22, 2012]

In which our vigilant arts columnist provides tips on how to deal with breakage (accidental or otherwise) in the gallery.  [October 15, 2012]

In which our art advice columnist takes on appropriation, genius, and remix culture in Simon Reynolds' recent Slate article, "You Are Not a Switch: Recreativity and the modern dismissal of genius."  [October 8, 2012]

In which our erudite advice columnist expounds on the importance of writing to an art practice.  [October 1, 2012]

In which our resourceful advice columnist provides tips on how to approach commercial galleries for representation.  [September 24, 2012]

Is that gap in your resume something you should be worried about? Our diligent advice columnist finds out.  [September 17, 2012]

In which our advice columnist grapples with end-of-career issues.  [September 10, 2012]

In which our reserved advice columnist shares her thoughts on social networking.  [September 3, 2012]

In which our savvy advice columnist examines how to navigate art fair popularity.  [August 27, 2012]

In which our learned advice columnist provides tips on how to make the most of art school.  [August 20, 2012]

In which our insightful advice columnist explains how appropriation functions in contemporary art -- and then some.  [August 6, 2012]

In which our adroit advice columnist describes how to behave professionally in challenging situations.  [July 23, 2012]

In which our helpful advice columnist wades into a couple of sticky situations.  [July 16, 2012]

In which our astute advice columnist provides tips for writing an effective artist statement.  [July 9, 2012]

In which our advice columnist sums up the first half of 2012 and does a little housekeeping.  [July 2, 2012]

In which our industrious advice columnist spends another week in the studio.  [June 25, 2012]

In which our conscientious advice columnist explores communication in the studio and out.  [June 18, 2012]

In which our savvy advice columnist explores the role of the amateur and high tech in contemporary art.  [June 12, 2012]

In which our patient advice columnist explains the culture wars.  [June 4, 2012]

In which our sage advice columnist explores online artist registries and more.  [May 29, 2012]

In which our deliberate advice columnist answers questions about artistic intent and tattooing.  [May 21, 2012]

In which our scrupulous advice columnist offers some tough love on controlling your tools and your image.  [May 14, 2012]

In which our frugal advice columnist explores the issue of money in art.  [May 7, 2012]

In which our shrewd advice columnist explores the dynamics of activist art and the challenges of an undergraduate education.  [April 30, 2012]

In which our erudite advice columnist offers some thoughts on artist books and originality.  [April 23, 2012]

In which our clever columnist exposes the marked similarities between Hirst and Kinkade.  [April 16, 2012]

In which our discerning columnist weighs the pros and cons of gallery wall labels. Also: how important is an artist's consistency?  [April 9, 2012]

In which our diplomatic columnist compares big to small.  [April 2, 2012]

In which our sociable columnist discusses her love for written contracts and how to talk to people at art openings.  [March 26, 2012]

In which our astute advice columnist reveals the power of perception and the merits of a day job (for now).  [March 19, 2012]

In which our advice columnist explores the effectiveness of websites and self-critique.  [March 12, 2012]

In which our vigilant advice columnists imparts helpful tips on protecting online images from theft and tries to find out how much is too much.  [March 5, 2012]

In which our (untitled) advice columnist takes on titling an artwork and figuring out if you've got what it takes.  [February 27, 2012]

In which our shrewd advice columnist provides guidance on how best to show work to a gallery.  [February 22, 2012]

In which our sage advice columnist takes on the issue of re-starting an art career.  [February 13, 2012]

In which our obliging advice columnist considers the ins and outs, ups and downs of art school.  [February 6, 2012]

In which our fearless advice columnist faces rejection.  [January 30, 2012]

In which our intrepid advice columnist considers not enough and possibly too much information.  [January 23, 2012]

This week, Help Desk provides tips on how to build community -- while minding your own business.  [January 16, 2012]

Check out the first edition of KQED and Daily Serving's new advice column dealing with issues in the making, finding, buying, selling and various other activities related to contemporary art.  [January 9, 2012]