I was talking with an artist-friend the other day and this came up . . . Deep Thought: What’s the difference between a vanity gallery and a co-op?
Why are co-ops (where artists pay to be members) considered okay, whereas vanity galleries (where artists pay to exhibit) are off-limits?
Vanity Galleries vs. Co-ops Read
Guest blogger Marcia Crumley shares her first solo exhibition last November in Boston was a spectacular success. She’s a bit of a control freak, so letting go of certain things was very challenging at first, particularly when those tasks involved the art itself. But as the opening date grew closer and the to-do list kept getting longer, Marcia realized that accepting help from others was the only way to get it all done.
Friendsourcing for a Successful Gallery Opening Read
As a gallery artist, you have a responsibility to help commercial gallerists sell your art. Last week I wrote about the galleries’ responsibility to you at an exhibition opening. Now let’s talk about your role. What should galleries expect of you and from you at an opening? Above All . . . Ask a lot of questions.
What Galleries Should Expect From Artists At Openings Read
Artists can help galleries sell the art, but they have to feel wanted and appreciated at art openings and events.
What Artists Should Expect From Galleries At Openings Read
Does the idea of approaching a gallery make you tremble in your boots? Guest blogger Ruth Soller shares her 7 step process that has earned representation for her in two new galleries this year – alongside nationally known artists.
7 Rs For Finding A Gallery For Your Art Read
Deep Thought Thursday: What do you think of co-op galleries? Why? What has informed the opinion you have?
What is your opinion of co-op galleries? Read
There is no doubt that art is sold through different avenues than it was 5 or 10 years ago. Deep Thought Thursday: What do the art galleries of the future look like? What do galleries need to do to stay relevant?
Are Art Galleries Still Relevant? Read
In the Pricing Your Art with Confidence program, Debby Williams and I stressed several times (Debby delivered the drill down) that you should never ever undersell your galleries. Artist Cherilyn SunRidge asked for clarification. I thought I’d share my responses here.
Keeping Gallery Relations on the Up-and-Up Read
How does an artist end a relationship with a gallery if it is not going well? How do you keep it civil and friendly while looking for another gallery in that same city?
Cutting Ties with a Gallery < Deep Thought Thursday Read
The Art Newspaper recently reported that the gallery system is structurally weak. How are your galleries doing?
Is the gallery system weak? < Deep Thought Thursday Read
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