Tag: understanding galleries

Walk into any gallery quietly and just watch for a moment. Notice how the walls don’t feel neutral at all ,  they hum with a kind of personality. The way pieces are hung, the rhythm of the room, even the pauses between artworks say something about what that space values. Some walls whisper restraint, others pulse with risk, and a few shout with unapologetic boldness. If you pay attention, you realize galleries are speaking long before you ever meet the curator. Now imagine sending your portfolio into that space without first…

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…