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Putting artists first in curatorial projects with Melissa Messina (136)

Melissa shares how she became an independent curator after starting out as an artist. She reveals how to find independent curators, what she looks for in a studio visit, and the mistakes she sees artists making. Above all, she emphasizes the importance of your network.

We discussed the types of institutions she works with, how projects are funded, and the rhythm of their realization.

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The Art Biz ep. 127: She’s the Link Between Artists, Galleries and Collectors with Maria Brito

Maria Brito is an advocate for democratizing the art world for artists, and for collectors who might be interested in buying art but aren’t yet ready to spend tens of thousands of dollars.

We talk about how she works with artists, galleries, and collectors and why she thinks there has never been a better time to be an artist.

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The Art Biz ep. 116: How One Curator Works with Artists at a Regional Art Center with Collin Parson

Most people enjoy their visits to art centers and museums without much thought as to how the art got into those spaces in the first place.

Who decides on what to show and when to show it?
Who selects which works of art are next to one another and where to put the labels on the wall or a pedestal on the floor?
Who is the lucky dog who has the the ultimate say on the color to paint the walls?

All of these decisions, and more, fall under the purview of curators in those non-profit spaces.

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