Brain Trust Goodies by Barney Davey
Besides being a fine woodworker and furniture designer, my true art is my words and ideas. Over 20+ years of weekly blogging and nine books, I've written millions of words of advice for artists. No one does that unless they truly believe it can help. This is my art, and it's my gift to you.
Free and affordable by design, so I can help all artists everywhere. That may sound presumptuous—but not if even one innovative idea hits home and changes your life.
Pick what will help you grow now. Like a garden, let new ideas bloom and nurture them. Good things take time. You can't cram on the farm. Get stuff done every day, including some of what you learn here.
Everything here aims to help artists work smarter, live better, and keep joy in the work.
Welcome to the🧠Brain Trust Goodies Garden
Photo by Marta Bibi on Unsplash
My idea for the Brain Trust Goodies Garden is simple: bring together a comprehensive collection of tools, books, and courses from my lifetime of creating resources so you can explore them in a single place.
I chose "Brain Trust Goodies" because it's fun, hints at wisdom with humor, and like me, it strives to be slightly irreverent, always relevant, and genuinely useful. 😎
There are lots of goodies here, please browse to your heart's content. Find something that speaks to you and engage with it. You'll be glad you did.
If my Brain Trust Goodies deliver for you, please share for the collective good.
Everything here is free or affordable by choice, because I enjoy being generous and genuinely want you to succeed.
— Barney Davey
Premium Tools & Courses for Visual Artists
Start here if you’re ready for deeper guidance and lasting results.
Decades of real-world experience distilled into focused resources for artists who want clarity, confidence, and results. Each tool is practical, time-tested, and made to help you move forward—without hype or overwhelm.
The Artist’s Guide to Creative Side Hustles — $19.99 eBook
A practical roadmap for artists who want stability without burnout.
Design income streams that support your art instead of competing with it, and learn how to shape a hybrid career that fits your life and creative energy.
How to Profit from the Art Print Market: Pro Bundle — $29.99 Bundle
The essential system for artists exploring print sales. Includes How to Profit from the Art Print Market, the Adventure Companion Guide, and insider bonuses to prosper in the modern print world.
Art Partnership Playbook — $67 Course
Learn how to create partnerships that open doors and amplify your visibility.
A focused guide to collaborating with galleries, influencers, and consultants—without losing your independence or creative voice.
These are my flagship resources — built to repay their cost many times over.
Premium Bundles & Reports
Blueprint for Art Business Success Bundle — $8.99 eBook Set
A pair of foundational resources—the Blueprint for Art Business Success and the Self-Empowerment Journal for Artists. Together, they offer structure and mindset tools for sustainable progress.
How to Find Art Collectors and Collect Them — $10 Guide
Discover the collector’s mindset and learn how to build relationships that lead to repeat sales and referrals. A focused guide to turning interest into genuine patronage.
Nine art business & marketing books by Barney Davey
Two decades of real-world insight distilled into nine practical art-business books.
Books built on practical advice and real-world experience. From the art print market to marketing mastery, these titles have helped thousands of artists turn insight into action.
Free guides for Visual Artists
Pick one that speaks to what you need most today — then read and follow through with one small action.
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Build a solid foundation for understanding today’s art market and where your work fits best.
Selling →
Learn proven methods for connecting with buyers and turning interest into lasting sales.
Revenue Streams →
Discover new, sustainable ways to earn from your art—through prints, licensing, and publishing.
Growth & Partnerships →
Expand your reach through authentic collaborations, professional relationships, and strategic alliances.
New guides and content are added to the Brain Trust Goodies Garden often; subscribe to discover what blooms next.
If something here helps, share it — that's how karma spreads and the garden grows. 🌻
About Me and the Goodies
I’m Barney Davey, and everything you find here—free or premium—comes straight from my brain trust. These are the best ideas, tools, and insights I’ve gathered over decades of helping artists build thriving, independent careers on their own terms.
I'm best known for publishing Art Marketing News Weekly since 2005, and as the author of nine business books for artists. All are available on Amazon. These books capture two decades of experience helping artists navigate the art market with confidence. (I had 15 years of art magazine publishing prior, when it ruled, pre-internet.)
After more than 20 years of writing and publishing, this is where my books, free guides, premium reports, and courses live and keep growing.
Think of it as a garden of ideas—practical, generous, and always in season. Pick whatever helps you most right now: insights on building a collector base, developing partnerships, improving your marketing, or simply enjoying the art business more.
Some of my books are also available as bundles with exclusive extras here on this page.
I appreciate your direct patronage when you buy from me directly.