I am interested in experiences of artists in the real world. The more details the better.
2007-09-23 10:36:16 · 8 answers · asked by Jazzmouth 2 in Arts & Humanities ➔ Visual Arts ➔ Painting
the consignment fee should be between 25 to 50%( Santa Fe, Flagstaff) goes to the gallery or studio.
Things you should ask:
when do they pay, some places are just once a month.
what is their return policy? If it is anytime within, say 30 days, you may have to wait unitl it expires plus wait until the date that they pay.
What about theft or breakage who is responsible?
Do they have insurance, does it cover your art?
Some galleries may ask for exclusiveness, that you not show at other galleries. Unless you are a featured artist I would recommend against it.
It is not advisable to walk in and ask them if they will show your art. Call and ask if they have a jury packet or if you can make an appointment.
Bear in mind you shoudl have a range of prices on your things if possible. Some galleries sell the most under $50, others start at hundreds.
and GET IT IN WRITING!
2007-09-23 10:48:06 · answer #1 · answered by greybeads 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Each gallery has different requirements. Talk to several. They have expenses to pay every month and most of them will take 50% of the selling price.
As someone else said, make an appointment, do not just walk in. I personally will turn down any artist that thinks they can just walk in.
Get everything in writing. DO NOT SIGN an exclusive. Gallery may even expect a 50% commission on something you sell from your home or at an art exhibit if they have an exclusive. And do not remove a painting from a gallery because someone wants it cheeper than the gallery had it marked. If you decide you have found a gallery who will work great for you and must have an exclusive, then sign for 6 months or a year only. Be sure there is an end to the exclusive clause.
2007-09-27 09:25:02 · answer #2 · answered by Lyn B 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
When paying a gallery commission, you generally get what you pay for...
At 20 to 35%, expect your art to hang with paintings that do not compliment yours, or to be shuffled to the back, put on the floor or even stored un-viewed.
For 40 to 50% (normal for a reputable gallery), your art will be attended by a knowledgeable curator or salesperson, you as an artist will be promoted along with other artists, and your art will fetch more money than in a lower-end shop.
Your prices should reflect what the art is worth INCLUDING a 50% commission (even if you sell it yourself. Because, frankly, that's what it's worth.
2007-09-23 14:53:26 · answer #3 · answered by joyfulpaints 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The finer art galleries keep 50% of the sale price as a rule but I have had one-man shows in smaller galleries where they only kept 30% and I have a permanent space in a gallery where they keep 20%. You must price your work accordingly. That's why I like ArtWanted web site. They only keep 10% and the work gets seen by so many more people than in a gallery. Link below.
2007-09-24 03:07:33 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It varies, between 50% and 75% should go the the artist.
2007-09-23 10:40:27 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Usually not below 33.3 % and not more than 40% to the Gallery. Rest is all for the artist.
But make sure the gallery works for their money.
Fix the terms before display re. payment terms, transportation and advertising etc.
2007-09-23 11:14:59 · answer #6 · answered by Alka Sun 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
In general you should never pay more than 40% to the studio, and then they should be doing something to promote your art, and pay you very quickly.
2007-09-23 11:02:05 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
In New York, 50% is standard. And yes, it's worth it.
2007-09-23 14:24:35 · answer #8 · answered by helene 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋