Gallery Partnership Marketing

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A trustworthy business relationship between the gallery and artist is one of the most crucial factors of being a successful, professional artist.  Recently, I asked fellow artist/blogger Lori Woodward Simons if she would write a post concerning gallery and artist relationships and how the artist can build a collectors list while working with their gallery. Gallery Partnership Marketing by guest artist/author: L. Woodward Simons If we … [Read more...]

Write an Artist’s Statement

For most artists, facing a blank page is more intimidating than starting a new painting!  We can ’deal’ with artist’s block, but writer’s block too! But the reality is - all successful or aspiring artists need an ‘artist’s statement.’ What is an ARTIST'S STATEMENT? Simply put, an artist’s statement is a short piece written for your viewers to answer questions they may have about you and your art. The artist’s statement is a … [Read more...]

Prepare for Gallery Night – Tips & Advice

Recently, I had an interesting request from a Twitter follower. With only two weeks left before her big art show, a photographer named Amy asked me for some advice on ‘how to prepare for gallery night’. Amy is not represented by a gallery,  or a co-op gallery, so she had to do a lot of the work herself.  I am writing this post to help better prepare any ‘newbie’ artist for his or her first art show. This article is directed toward … [Read more...]

The Right Art Gallery – How I Found Mine

You now you have a better idea of how to find the right gallery. So, I thought you might be interesting in my personal 'gallery shopping' story. But first, a few relevant thoughts: Whether you want to admit it or not, being an artist is kind of like being in show business. We are in fact – entertainers or even celebrities of sorts. You will find this to be true anytime you put yourself out there in the public eye: i.e. gallery exhibitions, … [Read more...]

The Right Art Gallery – How to Find One

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Finding a new gallery for your art can be a daunting task for many artists and not all artists have that natural-sales-ability. But, the number one Cardinal Rule for any type of sales is to sell yourself! So how does one do that? First of all, honestly ask yourself a few important questions: Am I ready for a gallery? Is my art saleable? Is my art technically good? Have I developed a recognizable style? Do I have a cohesive body of … [Read more...]

Lori’s Gallery Walk

  Enjoy this little video of my latest gallery opening.  The artist's reception was last Friday night from 6-9 pm at Kneeland Gallery in Sun Valley, Idaho.  In spite of the weak economy, we had a great turnout! Thanks- Lori To learn more about the art scene in Sun Valley, check out: Sun Valley, Idaho: Small Town with a Big Art Attitude … [Read more...]


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