art blogs

How Do Artists Get Gallery Representation? Summing it up

Leave a Comment / art blogs /

Several strategies will guide almost every artist’s successful search for gallery representation. The way to find an unpredictable representation is possible. First, stay visible.  Be open to show your work (whether in collective shows or online) Be open to share information with the artists community, Attend art gallery openings, Learn about the galleries that surround […]

How Do Artists Get Gallery Representation? Summing it up Read More »

How Do Artists Get Gallery Representation? Tip #7: Learn to speak confidently about your work

Leave a Comment / art blogs /

Fluid communication is a decisive key to the success of any relationship. The same applies to the relationship between artist and gallerist, and the first step in this dialogue is the fluent expression of the intentions behind your work. People can enjoy just looking at your artwork, but the dialogue helps in understanding the artwork

How Do Artists Get Gallery Representation? Tip #7: Learn to speak confidently about your work Read More »

How Do Artists Get Gallery Representation? Tip #5: Connect with your community

Leave a Comment / art blogs /

Talented artists surround themselves with other talented artists. Meet new people and engage in new conversations. The only way for emerging artists to enter this conversation, is to conduct and maintain connections with their fellow artists they meet out in the world, whether through school, residencies, group shows, openings, travel, or a great party. Dialogue

How Do Artists Get Gallery Representation? Tip #5: Connect with your community Read More »

How Do Artists Get Gallery Representation? Tip #4: Introduce yourself to galleries—tactfully

Leave a Comment / art blogs /

The golden rule when introducing your work to galleries is simple: Do not oversell yourself. There are more fine ways to get your work into front of dealers’ eyes: It’s less effective to send your portfolio blindly everywhere,” “Find a gallery that your work would fit well into, know a gallery’s vision, artists, and employees

How Do Artists Get Gallery Representation? Tip #4: Introduce yourself to galleries—tactfully Read More »

How Do Artists Get Gallery Representation? Tip #3: Online presence

Leave a Comment / art blogs /

We have to admit that social media is an imperative way for artists to make themselves discoverable and visible. Building an online presence is valuable for artists. We devour and exchange loads of online information, so it is not surprising that gallerists include the internet and social media amongst their resources to find new artists.

How Do Artists Get Gallery Representation? Tip #3: Online presence Read More »

How Do Artists Get Gallery Representation? Tip #2: Find a job that is adjacent to the art world

Leave a Comment / art blogs /

Finding a job in a gallery, whether as an assistant or an art handler can expand an emerging artist’s community to meet gallerists while also gaining technical and administrative skills. The right assistant job can operate more like a mentorship program and the hosting artist might be in a position to introduce your own work to his

How Do Artists Get Gallery Representation? Tip #2: Find a job that is adjacent to the art world Read More »

How Do Artists Get Gallery Representation? Overview

Leave a Comment / art blogs /

A supportive, dedicated gallery has an important role into the career of every artist. While you develop your work, the right gallerist develops a public platform for your practice and a source of income. Although the road to finding representation can be perplexing. It is no longer appropriate to stride into a gallery wielding your portfolio. Here you

How Do Artists Get Gallery Representation? Overview Read More »

Verified by MonsterInsights