How can I get my work exhibited in art galleries(besides calls for)?
Q. I would like to have my work on exhibit at galleries. What is the most professional way to query galleries about showing work? What info/ images should I include?
Asked by pepatong - Sun Nov 30 20:11:58 2008 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. visit the galleries. See what type of work they show and ask yourself if you would make a good match. Send then a portfolio once you have established a contact.
Answered by El Dude - Sun Nov 30 20:17:01 2008

How can I approach galleries and get my artwork into a gallery?
Q. I'm a artist in San Jose, California. I've been painting for a long time but never showing my work to galleries. Please give me some advices. You can view my work at: www.icuong.com Thanks!
Asked by icuong - Fri Aug 17 13:38:36 2007 - - 7 Answers - 0 Comments

A. You are a very talented artist! I own an art gallery in MA. You should have little problem based on the quality of your work. Start with some of the smaller galleries near you. Speak with the owner/manager and ask them if you can set up an appointment to show them some of your work. Select a portfolio of your best works and have it ready to share with the gallery owner. Prepare an artist biography/artist statement that tells a little about yourself and gives facts about your art education, any workshops you have attended, notable artists that you have recieved instruction from, recent exhibits, additional galleries that display your work, patrons of your work, etc. approach the meeting like you are interviewing for a job. be… [cont.]
Answered by sportguy - Fri Aug 17 23:57:13 2007

Is Seattle truly a city for artists? Why are there so many art galleries there?
Q. I will be traveling to Seattle in February for my 27th birthday next year.I am so excited.I have always wanted to go to Seattle. I notice that there are a lot of art galleries in Seattle. Is Seattle a haven for artists? How did Seattle get to be the city of art?Whats the history behind it? I am so looking forward to my 27th birthday and going to Seattle to visit my friend and see the sights!
Asked by Kate-Ann - Thu Jul 31 01:13:39 2008 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Probably because the beautiful Northwestern landscape is an irresistible artistic inspiration! Because of it's highly tolerant atmosphere, Seattle attracts a lot of young creative people, and they all come together to create the brilliant Seattle art scene. It's a lovely city, have a great trip!
Answered by QM - Thu Jul 31 01:35:22 2008