maybe even work the gallery circuit. How do you do that?
I know about multimedia, but I don't know about galleries yet.
2007-12-31 12:15:30 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Arts & Humanities ➔ Visual Arts ➔ Other - Visual Arts
Thank You SO Much.
2007-12-31 12:33:53 · update #1
rent a banquet hall at your local Holiday Inn and advertise about a month in advance. Presto, your own gallery.
That will at least give you an idea if you have any marketable talent
2007-12-31 12:24:34 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
Don't make the mistake of bringing your actual work down to the gallery. You call ahead, arrange when to meet the owner or person in charge of the collection. Then dress nice, take a grouping of SLIDES of your work with you, and be completely professional with them, this is a serious business and they don't get too 'folksy', you have to be self confident and make no excuses for your work.
They look it over and get back to you, they won't make a determination on the spot, but they do want to talk to you a bit to know you as an artist.
Most will take 50% commission. If a piece sells for $200 you only get $100.
2007-12-31 23:52:57 · answer #2 · answered by Elaine M 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The best thing for you to do is start by visiting local galleries.
Are there many in your area? Find out by reading local magazines and newspapers.
Then, tour the galleries, and find out which ones you really like. Ask yourself "would my work fit here?" Create a list of galleries where you think your work and ideas would fit in well with what you already see there.
Then, starting at the top of your list, introduce yourself to the gallery owners and curators and ask them how you could present your work to them.
JS
2007-12-31 22:26:14 · answer #3 · answered by John S 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
prepare/have a great portfolio, look up commerical gallery websites and check out how they would like artists to apply.
Generally it will be good if you apply to participate in local juried shows, just to build up a resume. Check out local art websites for calls for artists. Check out local art centers and art clubs and non-profit art galleries for opportunities.
Another option is if you want to sell art to check into local cafes and restaurants if they will exhibit your art. You'll need a portfolio there as well.
2007-12-31 22:06:19 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋