Tag: artist professional growth

Many artists assume that galleries want the biggest, boldest, or trendiest works, but the truth is that every gallery has its own unique personality. Some lean toward minimalism, others toward politically charged statements, and still others toward textured, abstract works. Without doing the research, sending your portfolio can feel like tossing a dart in the dark. Galleries are not just spaces to hang art, they’re curated experiences with specific audiences in mind. The art that thrives there resonates with that audience. If you want your work to be considered, you need…

When you hear the phrase “artist bio,” it might sound like one of those formal, box-checking tasks that galleries or websites make you submit. But in reality, your bio is often the very first doorway through which people encounter your art. Before someone dives into your portfolio or takes the time to stand in front of your work, they usually glance at the words you’ve written about yourself. This small paragraph can either intrigue them or make them scroll past. That is why treating it as an afterthought sells your work…

Think about the last time you flipped through someone’s art portfolio online. Did you quickly scroll through the images and then move on? That’s exactly what happens to most portfolios today. A flat set of images is fine, but in a world where we’re constantly consuming video and dynamic media, static photos often fall short. They don’t capture the story, the energy, or the magic behind the work. If you’ve ever thought, “My art looks so much better in person,” you already know the frustration. Photographs can’t always show texture, scale,…