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
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!
@@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.
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.
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.
@@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.
@@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
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.
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.
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!
@@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."
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
"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.
@@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
@@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.
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
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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
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!
@@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.
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?
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.
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.
@@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.
@@isaacgarcia-lanzo4164 Nobody said making art is easy, but some artists seem to make it harder than necessary.
@@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
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.
I totally agree. Why would someone willfully sign up to be exploited.
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.
Thank you so much 🙏 The pleasure is all mine!
I totally agree with your statement I think contact art galleries directly on your own is the best way to sink your art career.
Absolutely! Thank you for tuning in
Don't know why But I had great trust on your suggestions. I have been following your advice since last year. 😊
I feel like you gave lots of advice of what not do but almost none about what to do 😂
The video series is not over just yet; we only got started! Stay tuned 🫡
Every artist should be made the director of a gallery for a day to let the reality sink in.
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.
Exactly! Great comment
I ´d like to know how get a job in a gallery, like sales representative?
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!
@@contemporaryartissue Thank you!
@@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."
Good video. Part 2 please..
You’re the best! Can’t wait
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Salamat po
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
"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.
@@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
If I were in school again… I would inquire and know my questions… and take them to my instructors. As a place to start…
@@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.
@@k.t.5405 thanks for your kind information
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
Hi there, make sure to watch our video from last week on how to organize art exhibitions. Wishing you the very best!!
Mine is in the met :)
Muchas gracias
i was listening... but mostly thinking how much i love dogs. 😇
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Don't, make works that sell themselves.