Tag: portfolio curation tips

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…

A few years ago the idea of a “virtual exhibition” might have sounded like a temporary substitute for the real thing. Something people did when they couldn’t gather in person. But times have changed, and digital shows are no longer the backup plan ,  they’ve become an essential part of how the art world connects globally. Curators are leaning into them, collectors are browsing them, and artists who know how to present themselves online are getting noticed faster. Think about it: in a physical exhibition, location limits who can walk in.…

Have you ever scrolled through dozens of artist portfolios and noticed how quickly they start blending together? It is like walking into a gallery where every painting is hung in identical frames under the same lighting, leaving you with little memory of what stood out. Your portfolio, whether online or physical, should never fall into that trap. The truth is, if your work is going to resonate with someone, it has to feel like you, not like a safer version of trends you think people want to see. Collectors and curators…