The Truth About Applying To Art Galleries - How To Get Your Art In A Gallery (1/4)

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  • Опубліковано 27 вер 2024
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  • @Eden_theartist
    @Eden_theartist 3 місяці тому +10

    There are literally galleries.. big name galleries that DO accept submissions (Eden, park west, etc).. like it literally says it on their websites.. I feel like this is just you trying to justify your gallery not accepting submissions which is completely fine if you don’t especially b/c as you said it’s small but don’t discourage people from going out and searching for galleries that do.. I have an entire list of galleries that do that I regularly update
    Let’s face facts most people aren’t going to get discovered sitting in their studios waiting for an opportunity to fall into their laps.. if that means you have to start out with vanity galleries and fairs or posting on social media and submitting to galleries that do accept submissions then build your portfolio and do it but make sure your art is a good fit for that gallery

    • @contemporaryartissue
      @contemporaryartissue  3 місяці тому +7

      The galleries you mention are, in fact, not big names in the art world. They focus on a more decorative and commercial niche of art-which is fine if that's what you are looking for. We always advise for success in the contemporary art world, and in that art world, there are no galleries accepting unsolicited submissions by artists. You're absolutely right that we don't want to sit around waiting for an invitation in the studio, and that is not the message of this video either. In fact, the upcoming videos in this series are all about getting seen by galleries, but in the best way possible. Not by frustrating galleries with emails, calls, and walk-ins, but by impressing them with other artistic and networking activities. Stay tuned!

    • @cz2301
      @cz2301 3 місяці тому +7

      @@ELENAOttawaJulian clearly stated that he is advising those of us who make contemporary art. Seemingly that’s not your case and you should stick to art fairs and commercial galleries. Nothing wrong with that, just know where you fall into.

  • @isaacgarcia-lanzo4164
    @isaacgarcia-lanzo4164 3 місяці тому +13

    You still didn’t really say how… why is it that the non-creative people make all of the rules for creative people that they mostly don’t understand?

    • @contemporaryartissue
      @contemporaryartissue  3 місяці тому +1

      As mentioned in the introduction, this was the first video of a series on getting gallery representation. Today, we discussed why not to submit to galleries, and in the upcoming videos, we will discuss how to enter galleries. This particular rule occurred naturally because there are simply too many submissions by artists-which is not the fault of the galleries of course.

    • @rohitmadashri7250
      @rohitmadashri7250 3 місяці тому +5

      To think that people who run galleries are uncreative smacks of arrogance. Designing a show, framing, lighting, handling publicity needs creativity. Creativity is not just pushing paint on a canvas, one needs to acknowledge the countless hours people behind the scenes help artists to make their work shine. Belittling their creative efforts is the worst form of ingratitude.

    • @isaacgarcia-lanzo4164
      @isaacgarcia-lanzo4164 3 місяці тому +4

      @@rohitmadashri7250interesting… pushing paint on a canvas’ you say. Yet somehow it’s ingratitude for me and many others to question why everyone but artist make the rules. Great artist of the past have said worse. Basquiat called them mercenaries. And there is a known saying among gallery owners and curators ect.. “if only the artist didn’t exist but only the art did”. I say that at the very least artist should be part of the rule and decision making.

    • @rohitmadashri7250
      @rohitmadashri7250 3 місяці тому

      @@isaacgarcia-lanzo4164 Nobody said making art is easy, but some artists seem to make it harder than necessary.

    • @cz2301
      @cz2301 3 місяці тому

      @@isaacgarcia-lanzo4164if artists were super humans, they would be able to make money independent from a gallery. Try selling your work on instagram or in a crafts market. The symbiotic relationship is fundamental. Plus, they got the money and we dont

  • @bsgconsulting
    @bsgconsulting 3 місяці тому +7

    Buncha dated gatekeepy nonsense.
    The truth is that most galleries don’t sell enough works to keep themselves in business, never mind support the careers of their artists.
    The gallery system is a cultural leftover that has little to no connection to the real art world.
    Jerry Gogosian and Magnus Resch had a great talk about how useless galleries are, worth a listen.
    Basically don’t submit to galleries because they don’t have the potential to change your life unless youre already an MBA from a famous school. Once you make it, then the galleries will come to you like hyenas to chew on your bones.

    • @leststoner
      @leststoner 2 місяці тому

      I totally agree. Why would someone willfully sign up to be exploited.

  • @clockworkninja884
    @clockworkninja884 3 місяці тому +3

    Have you done any videos to help people identify trends within the art market? This seems to be one of those things where a breakdown for people that haven't been to art school would be incredibly helpful.

    • @contemporaryartissue
      @contemporaryartissue  3 місяці тому

      Very interesting topic suggestion that I have been considering lately. The time will come for sure! Thank you for tuning in

  • @nicolasb.henry294
    @nicolasb.henry294 3 місяці тому +3

    I totally agree with your statement I think contact art galleries directly on your own is the best way to sink your art career.

  • @ue3o6
    @ue3o6 3 місяці тому

    Don't know why But I had great trust on your suggestions. I have been following your advice since last year. 😊

  • @marcosdana2756
    @marcosdana2756 3 місяці тому +4

    I ´d like to know how get a job in a gallery, like sales representative?

    • @contemporaryartissue
      @contemporaryartissue  3 місяці тому +1

      Great question! I would not describe working in a gallery as being a sales representative as it is a lot more diverse. It starts with networking-getting to know the gallery and the people working there. Then, it's also about being qualified for the job in terms of experience and education. Have a great day!

    • @marcosdana2756
      @marcosdana2756 3 місяці тому

      @@contemporaryartissue Thank you!

    • @marcosdana2756
      @marcosdana2756 3 місяці тому

      @@ELENAOttawa Thank you! I got the qualifications and applied online - never had an answer, maybe he is right: "It starts with networking-getting to know the gallery and the people working there."

  • @mcbluematter
    @mcbluematter 3 місяці тому +4

    I feel like you gave lots of advice of what not do but almost none about what to do 😂

    • @contemporaryartissue
      @contemporaryartissue  3 місяці тому

      The video series is not over just yet; we only got started! Stay tuned 🫡

  • @nickrodis6862
    @nickrodis6862 Місяць тому

    Salamat po

  • @cecilianaar4490
    @cecilianaar4490 3 місяці тому

    Hola me gusto mucho la idea de exhibir en mi propio estudio ,tengo suficiente espacio.pero me inquieta que entren personas no deseadas. Es mi propia casa.ya he expuesto en muchos lugares inclusive en Christi’s hace muchos años .Esta vez vivo en Colombia en una ciudad pequeña Villa de Leyva,sol hay una buena galería.Haré la Promocion que has indicado con todas las 8 reglas para empezar.te agradezco muchísimo que me hallas influenciado para actuar,no soy muy joven 😂saludos

    • @contemporaryartissue
      @contemporaryartissue  3 місяці тому

      Hi there, make sure to watch our video from last week on how to organize art exhibitions. Wishing you the very best!!

  • @suparna1192
    @suparna1192 3 місяці тому +2

    As a fine art student i am struggling a lot to think about what should I paint, how should I continue my art journey , things like what is gonna work for me and how to actually start painting and enjoying what I am doing, I'm am in middle of the ocean

    • @k.t.5405
      @k.t.5405 3 місяці тому +3

      "what should I paint, how should I continue my art journey" Think of three of your favourite contemporary artists, art that electrifies, mesmerises, exciting stuff... Study their ENTIRE body of work and take it from there.

    • @suparna1192
      @suparna1192 3 місяці тому +1

      @@k.t.5405 but can i just like three artist , the problem is that i like many artist and different variety of work and different medium also like I am a student of ceramic and glass and I also do painting

    • @janetatuniquerawfoods2361
      @janetatuniquerawfoods2361 3 місяці тому +1

      If I were in school again… I would inquire and know my questions… and take them to my instructors. As a place to start…

    • @k.t.5405
      @k.t.5405 3 місяці тому +5

      @@suparna1192 yeah, but the art has to be ELECTRIFYING! So mesmerisingly good you cant wait to get up in the morning and get to work on your project... As an artist, THATS the kind of art we need to pursue. In the end, thats the ONLY thing that matters.

    • @suparna1192
      @suparna1192 3 місяці тому

      @@k.t.5405 thanks for your kind information

  • @puriaqara2086
    @puriaqara2086 3 місяці тому

    Muchas gracias

  • @rohitmadashri7250
    @rohitmadashri7250 3 місяці тому +12

    Every artist should be made the director of a gallery for a day to let the reality sink in.

    • @jppaul1261
      @jppaul1261 3 місяці тому +13

      This is VERY true. I was fortunate to have had that opportunity for several years, and it changed my approach to the gallery-artist relationship forever. Until artists see it first hand, it's impossible to calculate how much time and resources gallerists expend to nurture and expand a client base. Between the walk-ins, the snail mail, the third-party intros, and the electronic submissions, each query is lucky to receive 30 seconds. What I found even more difficult was the endless time outside of gallery hours spent socializing with potential clients, artists, and other art world professionals. It's literally 'round the clock.

    • @contemporaryartissue
      @contemporaryartissue  3 місяці тому +2

      Exactly! Great comment

  • @andreestermeneses5615
    @andreestermeneses5615 3 місяці тому +7

    Thank you very much Julien for sharing such good quality content. Your videos are a valuable guide for those of us who make a living from art.

  • @Innerage202
    @Innerage202 13 днів тому

    Mine is in the met :)

  • @leststoner
    @leststoner 2 місяці тому

    Don't, make works that sell themselves.

  • @arcofprado
    @arcofprado 3 місяці тому +1

    You’re the best! Can’t wait

  • @kin.ovi.
    @kin.ovi. 3 місяці тому

    Good video. Part 2 please..

  • @violent_world
    @violent_world 3 місяці тому +1

    i was listening... but mostly thinking how much i love dogs. 😇