The Business Side of Art - Consultation for Artists


 

 

While our artist representation program is appropriate for artists wishing to exhibit their work we also receive many requests for assistance from artists at various stages in their art career looking for advice on several business related topics.

Consultations are available by appointment either at the Gallery or by telephone

 Areas where we can assist include:

  • Portfolio Preparation and /or Critique  
  • Website Critique
  • Your Business Card
  • Your art CV, Bio, Artist Statement 
  • To Frame or Not to Frame
  • Business Planning and Goal Setting
  • Marketing yourself as an Artist
  • Pricing Strategies 

     

     

     

 

 

  • Approaching Galleries
  • Grant Preparation Tips
  • The Importance of Consistency
  • The Successful Exhibition Application
  • The International Art Exhibition 
  • Sending your work abroad
  • Transportation and Customs
  • Exhibition Booth Set-up Tips

     

  • Working your Booth
  • Approaching Potential Customers
  • How to Close a sale
  • Budget Planning
  • Your idea of Artistic Success
  • Photographing your Work
  • Making Financial Transactions
  • Your Topic.....

     

 

 

 

 

 

For more information, please download and complete our 2 page CONSULTATION REQUEST FORM and e-mail it back to us. We will get back to you within 4 business days to let you know if we are able to assist you.  At that time we will work with you to set up an appointment and ask that you provide the initial consultation fee

Consultation Fees

Initial consultation:  $75/HR  + GST (minimum of 2 hours)

Additional sessions: $ 75/HR  + GST