Have you ever worried about falling victim to an online scam as an artist?  We share a real story from our community about a member who fell victim to a scam but handled it with remarkable resilience. We discuss practical steps to identify and avoid scams, such as verifying email domains, checking for legitimate websites, requesting references, and using secure payment methods.  Additionally, we emphasize the importance of staying engaged and building trust with potential buyers while encouraging artists not to let fear prevent them from sharing their work.  Join us as we offer guidance, support, and inspiration to help you navigate these challenges and continue thriving as an artist. P.S: This is where you can get more support and information on scamming and protecting yourself, this is a UK site but the advice is relevant to all.