I agree with your perspective on the gallery’s. I have been showing my work in local libraries, and craft shows. The prices are lower, but don’t have to give half the money away. I’m 82 and this is an easier way for me. I have sold some, but nothing big.
Selling one's work and exhibiting is something hardly covered at all in art schools. Sometimes, I think it would be beneficial for arists to study finance as much as fine arts. Location is also very critical. It is a lifetime endeavor without any easy answers. If you love it, you will undoubtedly keep making it. The art world reflects our current society. Some are very lucky and are able to find the majic through experimentation to make it to the one percent.
I just make marks with ink or acrylic paint to get the process started…I will often obliterate the background with my ideas but the viewer will often see some remnants of the abstract background. It’s sort of like a starter prompt that English teachers use with young students. It takes away the intimidation of a blank page staring at you😉….
I agree with your perspective on the gallery’s. I have been showing my work in local libraries, and craft shows. The prices are lower, but don’t have to give half the money away. I’m 82 and this is an easier way for me. I have sold some, but nothing big.
Selling one's work and exhibiting is something hardly covered at all in art schools. Sometimes, I think it would be beneficial for arists to study finance as much as fine arts. Location is also very critical. It is a lifetime endeavor without any easy answers. If you love it, you will undoubtedly keep making it. The art world reflects our current society. Some are very lucky and are able to find the majic through experimentation to make it to the one percent.
Thanks James. Your videos are always a bright spot in my day.💙
Thanks so much! I try to make at least one per week. I really appreciate your words…that keeps me going☺
James, could you elaborate a bit more on how you incorporate your backgrounds into your paintings?
I just make marks with ink or acrylic paint to get the process started…I will often obliterate the background with my ideas but the viewer will often see some remnants of the abstract background. It’s sort of like a starter prompt that English teachers use with young students. It takes away the intimidation of a blank page staring at you😉….
@@jameshuntley9674 Thanks!
As an Art researcher and Collector of 20+ years some of your views may be true but only in the lower band of artists and gallerys.
I agree, but most artists are in the lower band...only the very few ever get to the top galleries...