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Christie Marks oil and acrylic painting of a large pink and white lotus flower with dramatic, dripping rich colors like magenta, turquoise, and yellow in the water’s reflection

Use the attraction method for art venues before you make the ask (265)

So many artists reach out to venues too soon — before the relationship exists and before the venue has any reason to say yes.

Introducing the attraction method for building visibility with a space manager/director/curator long before you make an ask. It removes the awkwardness and allows you time to ensure a good fit. When the time comes to ask for a show, you’re not a stranger.

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Abstract acrylic painting by Gail Salzman of a combination of large geometric blocks and curved, organic elements in earth tones of olive green and ochre contrasted with softer tones of peaches and tans.

The artists who don’t wait to be chosen (264)

Waiting for gallery representation or other opportunities to cross your path is a common theme I see among artists, but it’s not a good strategy.

In this episode, I make the case for taking control of where and how your work is seen, with real examples of artists who showed up in unexpected places and made it work. If you’ve been cycling through juried shows or hoping a gallery will find you, this one is worth your time.

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Marie Bender Still life painting of a black crow perched on a dish surrounded by rocks, a pitcher of rocks, nuts, pears and floral elements

Why the lone artist mindset keeps you small (263)

Going it alone feels easier. No coordination, no compromise, no communication overhead. But the artists building the careers you admire are rarely doing it alone.

In this solo episode, I make the case for collaboration as a strategic habit, not a one-time favor. I shares real-world examples, explain what makes them work, and offer a question to ask the next time you’re planning a show or a new body of work.

Why the lone artist mindset keeps you small (263) Read

This artist turned 5 partnerships into a sold-put gallery show with Meredith Nemirov (262)

Getting buy-in for an ambitious exhibition idea means giving people a reason to say yes before you walk in the door.

In this episode, Colorado artist Meredith Nemirov shares how she built a sold-out show by approaching a national nonprofit before she called her gallery, giving collaborators options rather than demands, and activating the show across multiple events. The result was six invested partners and a show that sold out by the end of the summer.

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Consider 44 possible reasons why your art isn't selling.

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  • The Buying Experience
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  • How You’re Promoting It

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