\nThese are among many common questions I receive weekly from artists.
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Far from understanding the fickle art market, I start by sharing what I know. I focused on the good news,her work being welcomed with encouraging sales. She was waving me off. It might be competitive, but it\u2019s also an exciting time in the global art world. Amazingly I have sold paintings, still wet on the easel, to customers thousands of miles away. \u201cOn my way to the big time!\u201d the artist said with unbridled enthusiasm. After a season of boosted sales activity,she was seeing red dots everywhere. \u201cI adjust pricing, depending on which customer walks into my studio.\u201d Red dots were beginning … Continue reading
\nOne of the top galleries in Canada has up to 400 applicants\u2026a day.
\nMost have waiting lists years long, possibly representing artists for their lifetime.
\nAn article in 2013 suggested there are more artists than art buyers in North America.
\nReported in Art & Culture in Canada<\/a> (2008), incomes in the artistic sector earned an average of 22,700 annually.
\nWithin the nine catagories, visual artists and dancers have the lowest income.<\/p>\n
\nI advised she establish an online portfolio or website, with consistent pricing.
\nPricing should be considered under the advisory of a gallery~ professionals know the market & their clientel.
\nResearch galleries of excellent reputation, perhaps members of an Art Dealer Assoc.
\nRespect their submission process.
\nGalleries may review submissions annually. Call before the deadline, ask if they wish to view new work or have questions about your activity in the year.
\nLike any business agreement, it should be a good fit for you both.
\nBe certain customers are treated well & informed, the work is represented at it\u2019s best. The gallery is responsible to.\u2026<\/p>\n
\n\u201cThat\u2019s too much work! Especially when the galleries receive 50% of the price.\u201d
\nAfter she left in the wake of her red dot cloud, I pondered her words.
\n 50% is worth it for the right fit. Commissions encompass exposing work to clients~ including corporate clients who work exclusively with galleries, marketing, advertising, online presence, facility utilities, etc. <\/p>\n
\nArtists can expand their market with a flick on their wireless tablets.
\nArtists are able to sell from their studios and work cohesively with dealers around the world.
\nArt can be a good life<\/a>.<\/p>\n
\nWhen a collector has faith in the power of the work, I am so honoured.
\nIt revolves back to my testament~ Art connects<\/a> humanity in beauty and spirit.~ d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"