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How to Present Your Art in Portfolios and Exhibitions

As an art student, you present your works at various times in your emerging art career.

How you prepare your work for presentation depends on the time, the place, and to whom you will be showing it. Knowing how to present your art correctly in a portfolio or gallery will determine how well it’s received by the audience or public.

The following things should be found in your portfolio:

• clear, professional presentation
• strong editing and sequencing
• focused body of work
• potential for creative exploration
• original, creative voice

In addition to your visual work, you will be asked to supply a statement of purpose.

This statement should describe your background in the arts, and put the pieces you are showing into a context.

The statement should clearly state:

• what the work is about
• how it is informed or influenced
• how it is made, including process and materials
• what your professional aspirations are as an artist

By contrast, once you are enrolled in your actual classes, you are presenting works that are still in progress.

In these cases, there is less reason to design a presentation. Your audience is a supportive faculty member who knows your past work and is encouraging experimentation. Risk-taking is something that is usually encouraged at this point.

The dialogue in a critique should address these topics:

• Is the work finished? If so, why do you feel that it is?
• The intent of the piece
• Its strengths or weaknesses
• Future directions the work will take
• Techniques employed in the work

Finally, as students prepare for a capstone exhibit, they will be showing actual, finished works only.

You want to make a professional statement with the selection and arrangement of your works.

This may include:

• matting works
• framing works
• installing and curating the exhibition
• supplying information such as titles, dates and media through labels
• lighting set for optimum display

While it is easy to say that the work must “speak for itself”, you will also be required to understand how to speak about the work and engage your audience with your individual studio practices.

During each of these stages, students should take the time to consider their audience and be aware of how their work should be selected and presented.

Anytime you are exhibiting your art, you are opening yourself up to critique.  You should always seek responses to what, and how, you present yourself in your work. As a professional artist, you quickly understand that the only way to continue to grow artistically is to welcome this dialogue.

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Using Gallery Walks in the Classroom

• By Shelley Gray
• September 11, 2012

How can I use gallery walks?

Gallery walks can be used in any subject area and for any topic, simply by setting up your activity a bit differently. For example, gallery walks are great for math concepts such as number sense . Post about 20 different tasks around the room. Have students rotate from task to task, solving them on a personal clipboard. Students are doing what could have been an in-desk activity, but by incorporating movement you will increase interest and motivation. Another way to use gallery walks is to post questions on chart paper around the room. Have students rotate from paper to paper, adding their answer to the chart paper. This is sometimes called a carousel.

Another way that I love to use gallery walks is in the computer lab. When I have students create PowerPoint presentations for a certain concept, I like to use the computer lab for a final gallery walk. Each student opens her presentation on one computer and inserts a slide at the end for comments. When the gallery walk begins, students rotate from computer to computer, reading another person’s presentation. When he is finished reading, he types a positive comment on the last slide. Now when the gallery walk is finished, each person has a page full of positive feedback to read about their presentation.

Hi Shelley! I used a gallery walk in my 5th Grade classroom for the first time this last week. We were working on adding decimals, and I had each group create a poster demonstrating how they solved a story problem. Then we did a gallery walk to observe how others thoughts/posters/methods of solving were different or similar!

I actually found your blog via the TBTS Grade 3-6 Cross Promotion List and I'm happy to be your newest follower! Amber @ The Teacher Life

can i get an example of the lesson plan which is in form of Gallery Walks?

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How to Give Confident Presentations about Your Art

An excerpt from the new e-course reach more with video: a digital guide for creatives from colour in your life. founder graeme stevenson addresses challenges artists face when speaking publicly, and how to overcome them..

Graeme Stevenson, founder of Colour in Your Life

Speaking about your own art and process can be terrifying, let alone if it’s before a large crowd. Communication, however, is important for an artist that wants to see themselves in galleries or taking their career into the world. Being able to communicate yourself and your work effectively to clients, galleries and investors is important. Brief conversations with clients can deepen their understanding of you as an artist, your message and your work. Attending art events and openings can help you expand your social networking platforms; it’s always important to cultivate your fan bases.

When speaking publicly about yourself and your art, these are some important tips to remember:

Yes, it’s very easy to say ‘be confident’, but not always easy to do. The best way to feel confident is to be knowledgeable about what you’re presenting, and hey, it’s about you! When you get flustered or feel uncertain in front of a large crowd, focus on what you’re talking about. If it’s your art, remember how it felt creating it, or the reason why you created it. You don’t need to boast or bring your ego into the show – that’s often the fastest way to turn people off – but finding that happy balance where you can present who you are and what you do without feeling overwhelmed is important.

Introduce Yourself and Your Art

Storytelling has been the way humans have shared and grown cultures for thousands of years, and there’s no reason you can’t tell your own stories about your art and your life. These are a wonderful ways to help people understand who you are and what you’re about. You’re the world’s foremost expert on ‘you’, and your art, so take advantage of that!

A good presentation has the right amount of information and a dash of humor. Yes, we’re not all moonlighting from our art careers as comedic geniuses, but a touch of humor here and there helps lighten situations and break down barriers.

Be Prepared

Set aside time at home in your studio to verbalize your thoughts and feelings about your art. Write them out, organize them, then rehearse. Your goal is to introduce yourself and connect with people by briefly telling them who you are, describing your art, and addressing a handful of questions. Tip: the best place to start is usually at the beginning.

Brainstorming and Writing

Consider writing about who influenced you and how you started as an artist. It doesn’t have to be formal to start with. Just write about what comes to mind, and put as much raw material in as you can. Write about your art journey in as much detail as you can – you can always edit things out later.

Once you think everything is written out, or you have as much information as you can squeeze out of yourself, go through and select the sentences that you feel will best represent your work, and you as an artist. Identify what being an artist means to you; what compels you to create art, where your ideas or inspirations originate, how you incorporate them into your work, and so on. It’s good to keep in mind that many people who attend art shows enjoy art but know little to nothing about art in general, let alone what they’re looking at or the artist. These are the people you have a good chance of attracting or winning over. So making your talk/presentation accessible to everyone is key.

Simple Language

You have a limited time to speak to everyone, so keep your language understandable to the general public. Your art is about you and your message on personal and societal levels; packing in academic jargon can detract from that. The last thing you want to do is look elitist or snobbish – it can separate many artists from collectors.

What is Your Message?

If you’d like some tips about putting together Your Message, I recommend looking at Your Message and You , by Celia Moriarty. It’s always worth considering though, what is your message and does it impact the wider world around you? Is it about positive or negative aspects of the world? How you convey this is important, and what people can use to find your art in the future.

Many powerful and confronting subjects can be broached through the medium of art. In presenting this type of subject, there should be an expressive dialogue that goes with the work. There may need to be an explanation of why you came to create and present this type of work. Sometimes a specific thing has happened to an artist on a deep, personal or emotional level for them to create some of their pieces. Your work needs an explanation of some type, and some will need more explanation than others.

There are a few ways you can do this to help with the nerve factor as well. Talk alone if you like, but sometimes reading aloud to friends or acquaintances can help as well. You can also film yourself speaking, which is a great way to learn if you have any nervous habits or ticks that you can work on. Reading some books or watching YouTube videos on public speaking is another option.

One of the great parts about filming artists for Colour In Your Life is that it gives them an insight into what it’s like to be in front of the camera. I have always only acted as a conduit for the artist, enabling them to tell their stories with as little input from myself as possible.

There Will Be Questions

You should practice answering questions from people. An odd thing to do, but worth it in the long run, as you will undoubtedly receive questions about your work and your message, be it in galleries or online. Always try to keep your answers positive, even if your piece is powerful and confronting, with negative connotations. Confronting pieces without great explanations can lose an audience. Get friends and family to ask as many questions about your work as possible, so you have a good idea of what’s to come.

At the end of any presentation, it’s always a good idea to take maybe half a dozen to a dozen questions. This will let the audience know that you’re open to discussion, making you more approachable afterward. Remember that you need to move through a crowd, a room or a gallery speaking to as many people as you can. In saying that, don’t get trapped in a corner with one person that’s drinking too much of your champagne. Clients may walk out if you’re chatting too much to one group or person. Spread yourself around and don’t be afraid to approach people either.

Damage Control

There’s usually one in every crowd – a person that has a significant gap between their brain and their mouth. There are people in the world that will try to make you feel stupid or unworthy because you’re an artist. You know, the old ‘get a real job’ critique. The most important thing in these situations is to stay calm.

We all know that art and what it does for society, as well as individuals, is incredibly important; half of our brain is driven toward creative endeavors. Ignorant people will always seek to make themselves feel bigger than they are, and normally try to rip down talented people to do so. Do not let them succeed.

If you have said things during your presentation that they’re calling out, address them with an explanation. If they’re simply being belligerent, how you proceed is up to you. The important thing is to be prepared for this occurrence and to be ready to back up your statements with information and damage control. How you react in these situations can be just as important to a client as your message itself.

If you’re presenting at a gallery opening, I recommend no longer than five to ten minutes. After that, people start to wander and you need to keep them interested in you. However, if you’re presenting in other situations or have been asked to present, confirming a time with those who brought you in is your best bet.

If you are holding an opening, then timing your speech is also key. Through experience, I have learned that an hour into the event can be beneficial. By this time, people have had a chance to wander and look at your work while probably having a few drinks. It’s amazing how champagne rather than wine can loosen people’s wallets (I’ve done more than a few shows over the years, and champagne always seems to work better than wine…)

Demonstrations Can Help

Part of the reason Colour In Your Life has been so successful is that people love watching others create. If you’re set up in a gallery for an exhibition or an allotted time, take a sketchpad or an easel or something with you. It gives people an insight into your abilities or techniques, which can help sell your work. Demonstrations also open up conversations.

Purchase Pressure

It’s never a good idea to pressure someone into buying your work. If you’ve told your story and answered questions, your best bet is to step back and let the staff, gallery director, etc, close the deal. Sometimes it’s best not to distract the customer, so stepping back or letting someone else help close the sale can be very beneficial.

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How to Prepare For an Art Presentation – From First Draft to Presentation Day

By Paul Ruiz in Art Business Advice   >   General Art Advice

When was the last time you really had a chance to open up about your art?

Even though you may never have had the privilege of being asked to be a guest speaker or visiting artist, you may want to consider preparing for that day, as there are benefits to be gained professionally.

Not sure where to start? Here’s a path you could follow:

1. Include a “capture system” in your creative process

By this I mean find some way of documenting the progress and development of your work. Aside from frequent journaling about your work, take digital photos or digitally scan pages from your visual art journal and store them on a computer.

2. Review and reflect

If you don’t already keep some kind of journal about your work, then have a go at writing down your own working process—mull it over, from your first idea to final execution. Where did you source the image, concept or technique from? What motivates you to make the kinds of changes you make?

It may not read like poetry and that’s ok—the main thing is to remain focussed, practical and sincere. You might be surprised at the level of insight you will gain into your own work by taking time to reflect and talk with friends, artists or colleagues.

For those who struggle with preparing an artist statement or biography, this candid method of introspection may be a way of finding a statement that is genuine for you.

3. Compile and organise

Decide how much you want to share with others and make that information available either in physical form (sketchbooks, scrapbooks) or in the case of large groups, in a slideshow using the presentation software of your choice (powerpoint, keynote etc).

A slide show makes it easy to control what is being discussed, however it is not absolutely necessary. A workable substitute would be photocopies of scanned images with your speaking notes attached—although in this case I would recommend having at least one completed work available as a talking point.

4. Cut a first draft of your presentation

With the raw material from step 3, begin piecing together your presentation. Constrain yourself to a speaking time of 45-60 minutes and start placing your material into broad categories like the following:

1. Background

2. Recent exhibitions and the focus of current work

3. Inspirations—historical, personal, social

4. Materials and process (some of your process shots would be great here)

5. Future projects, goals and exhibitions

If you are using Powerpoint or similar, remember just a few key works for each slide is all that’s required. No one wants to read slabs of text on a slide or be forced to squint.

Also, bear in mind that the content of your talk should be somewhat malleable, depending on your audience. Be prepared to modify the content as required to keep it focussed and relevant to your audience.

5. Practice and Refine

Now with the above complete, it should be much easier to talk about your work to anyone who may have previously caught you off guard. And though most of us hate the idea of public speaking, when it’s something as personal and intimate as your art practice at least you won’t have to worry about not knowing your subject.

Practice with friends or a partner so that you can hear yourself, and watch how they respond—they’re likely give you visual cues as to whether or not you are engaging them (body language can speak volumes). Ask for feedback at this stage, take mental notes and then adjust your presentation accordingly.

6. Engage Potential Audiences

Let schools or art colleges know that you are a practicing artist and are seeking an opportunity to share about your work. Find local prospects and email or mail them a sample of your presentation—this will show them that you are committed and ready.

You can also put out the call through art community and social networks online etc. They may not respond straight away, but the opportunity may come eventually.

And if no one contacts you for some time, don’t let it phase you. The process will have helped you gather your thoughts and to re-focus on the fundamentals of your art practice—it may be the impetus you needed to push through that next project or exhibition, and it will certainly be a confidence-booster when speaking with an art dealer or prospective buyer who is curious to know more about you and you work.

7. Delivery Day

When you are (hopefully) one day engaged to speak about your work, half the success is really a matter of logistics. The more prepared you are, the less room there is for being nervous, especially about trivial technical or equipment issues. You can use the following list as a guide/checklist for that day:

1. Slideshow on CD/DVD and on USB stick (both handy in case one has issues)

2. A hardcopy of your speaker notes in case all technology fails

3. Venue Address and Name /Number of your Contact at the venue

4. Your Laptop (optional, assuming you have one)

5. A DVI/SERIAL adaptor cable—some venues may not have all the cables or be rigged up for your machine, so its best to cater for old and new technologies if you can

6. Extension Cable and Power Adaptor—The venue might provide these but if they don’t you could be left without a presentation even after all that effort you went to

7. An Invoice—If it is a paid presentation, be professional and be ready with a printed invoice to hand over at the close of your presentation

8. Aim to arrive 30 minutes early to set-up and compose yourself. And in case you thought it might be fine to show up late, you may end up looking the fool if no one hangs around to find out.

8. Final considerations

I understand that this is not an exhaustive guide, and it certainly needs to be tailored for your own situation, skills sets and objectives. However, I do believe that it could be a used by anyone as a prompter for developing and finally presenting your work to a broader audience.

You never know when you might be required to speak to or with agents, gallery directors or potential buyers about your work.

As artists, our work does not always speak for itself—sometimes it needs a real voice, your voice, to help project and provoke meaning.

For more articles by Paul Ruiz, please visit his blog at artcatalyst.wordpress.com .

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What Is an Art Gallery? – Understanding How Art Galleries Work

Entering the art world can seem scary at first, but once you understand the basics of what you see in public, you will be one step closer to pushing forward your art career. This article will discuss the meaning behind what an art gallery is and the difference between an art gallery and an art museum. We will also take a look at the various types of art galleries you may come across and what you can do to engage further with these institutional spaces.

Table of Contents

• 1.1.1 The Commercial Art Gallery
• 1.1.2 The Artist-Run Gallery
• 1.1.3 The Mega Art Gallery
• 1.1.4 The Vanity Art Gallery
• 1.1.5 Open-Ended: The Exhibition Space
• 1.1.6 Non-Profit Art Gallery
• 1.2.1 Buyer-Ready?
• 1.2.2 Collaboration Is King
• 1.2.3 Artist Support
• 1.2.4 Commission
• 1.3 How Do Art Galleries Make Money?
• 1.4.1 Be Open to Criticism
• 1.4.2 Grow Your Online Following
• 1.4.3 Use a Checklist
• 2.1 What Is an Art Gallery?
• 2.2 How Can You Approach an Art Gallery?
• 2.3 What Is the Difference between a Gallery and a Museum?
• 2.4 What Do Art Galleries Do?
• 2.5 How Do Galleries Pay Artists?
• 2.6 How Do Art Galleries Work?

Art Gallery vs. Art Museum

Before we take a deep dive into answering the question of “what is an art gallery?”. It is important to consider the difference between a gallery and a museum. While the common factor is art, the key to differentiation is derived from the words “gallery” and “museum”. So, what is the difference between a gallery and museum?

A gallery is a form of display, not necessarily the same as your local shop down the road, but in the context of art, it is a space where anyone interested in art or an art collection exhibited at a specific gallery, can view the work, and even make an inquiry into the purchase of an artwork.

To summarize, an art gallery is characterized by not only the display of art but also the sale of art. An art museum, on the other hand, is a larger institution that also makes art available for display. The artworks housed at art museums differ and are dependent on funding, the type of collection(s) owned or on loan by the institution, and the type of museum.

Like art galleries, museums differ and can range from public art museums such as the British Museum to private collections.

These are defined by typically historical institutions such as the Ashmolean Museum of Art and Archaeology in England. Art museums also tend to dedicate a specific section to maintaining historical collections and are commonly referred to as the conservation and preservation department, run by specialists whose aim is to ensure the proper upkeep of artwork, including storage.

Different Types of Art Galleries

Art galleries can be classified into different types but do not forget one of the main purposes of the art gallery, that being, one of the primary stages that inform the employability, integration, and longevity of an artist. Art galleries function as a formal environment for artists to sell their work.

This involves the artist’s engagement with gallery officials on the sale, marketing, networking, and customer relations associated with the sale of an artwork.

While many art galleries have their unique methodology when it comes to conducting these types of operations and activities, the purpose of an exhibition for a public or private audience is a common trait. Below, you will find a list of the different types of art galleries and what they mean in context.

The Commercial Art Gallery

Many artists make art for different reasons. The main reason, for centuries, is to sell the artwork. A commercial art gallery may receive negative connotations from the idea of being called “commercial”. However, the purpose of the commercial gallery is to collaborate with the artist to ensure the sale of the artworks associated with the artist.

Commercial galleries also assist artists in growing their career and repertoire in the art sphere.

The Artist-Run Gallery

If you are an art student in university and want to start your own gallery, perhaps an artist-run gallery may sound appealing. An artist-run gallery is just what the name implies – a gallery managed by a group of artists, forming a collective.

Given all members have the same goal and aim, an artist-run gallery tends to have more freedom.

The Mega Art Gallery

As in the name, the mega-art gallery is simply a commercial gallery with larger traction. This means that it has progressed beyond the confines of operating solely as a space for navigating the relationships between artists, gallerists, buyers, and visitors, and more towards expansion via multiple locations.

This is an upgraded form of the commercial gallery, which hosts a large number of employees and carries more influence over the gallery industry.

The artists represented by mega galleries comprise only the most famous artists. Examples of mega galleries include the Gagosian Gallery, White Cube, Pace Gallery, and David Zwirner, with galleries in various parts of the world.

The Vanity Art Gallery

The Vanity art gallery can be identified through its lack of a proper curated selection of artists. This type of art gallery operates based on involving the artist, who pays for their artwork to be represented by the gallery.

It is like a membership and quite often, almost any person can apply to have their work exhibited and automatically become an “artist”.

Open-Ended: The Exhibition Space

Any space available for rent for the purpose of exhibition forms the last version of an “art gallery”. This constructed space is not owned by anyone, and artists can rent specific venues for temporary activations.

This is sometimes called “Gallery X” and is not part of a curated program.

Non-Profit Art Gallery

Art is closely connected to business since it does involve a financial transaction of some sort in exchange for artwork. Non-profit art galleries operate on funding received through grant applications and donations. These institutions typically offer a lower commission percentage than that of a commercial gallery.

These galleries tend to prioritize their selection of artists based on accolades as opposed to word-of-mouth or popularity. 

How Do Art Galleries Work?

As seen above, the various art galleries function on their different institutional goals and needs. Even artist selection is a key component of any art gallery when considering which artist will fit into the existing schema of operation. Many people unfamiliar with the concept of an art gallery may simply take it at face value.

Here, we will draw attention to the various ways that an art gallery can operate by highlighting common misconceptions about the way that art galleries function.

Buyer-Ready?

Most people assume that once they are signed with an art gallery, they automatically adopt a group of customers, ready to buy their work and make a profit. This could not be further from the truth. While most galleries do have a regular customer base of sorts, it is not guaranteed that the existing client base will buy the work.

The art gallery has to take on the duty of convincing the client as to why your artwork is significant and suitable for a particular genre of collection.

Collaboration Is King

Often thought that all you have to do is make the art and drop it off at your gallery? Incorrect! Collaboration is king when it comes to having your work shown at an art gallery. Most galleries require ongoing participation from the artist to engage in exhibitions and provide artwork and conceptual information for dissemination. The art gallery is not the sole player in launching an artist’s career – they are simply the middleman.

Some galleries will enter into an agreement with their artist of choice and stipulate their terms of the consignment to include what is and what is not expected of the artist.

Artist Support

Galleries offer a huge amount of support to artists. This support comes in many forms such as administrative support, publicity, photography, reputation management, shipping, and customer relations. In addition to this, art galleries can even help artist’s set up a feature in a major art museum that propels the artist’s work into a new spotlight and audience,

This is perhaps with the intent of collection by the museum.

How do art galleries make money? The answer boils down to funding and commission. The split on commission after the sale of an artwork is often 50/50 simply due to the many costs that are involved in running an art gallery while helping all artists involved. Costs associated with art galleries include utilities, rent, transportation, art fair exhibitions, travel costs, gallery maintenance, and many other essential functions requiring funding.

The risk is quite large on the part of the art gallery; therefore, artist selection is key.

How Do Art Galleries Make Money?

As mentioned above, art galleries commonly acquire funds through commissions earned from the sale of an artwork. Other ways that art galleries make money include offering various professional services within the art context.

These include advisory services open to the public for advice on home art, art installation, investment services, and purchase and sales within the secondary art market.

How to Get into an Art Gallery

When scouting for a potential gallery to house your most precious creations, it is vital to ask yourself a few crucial questions. Some of these questions may sound like “Where does my art fit in?” about galleries on your list. By identifying your style and pinpointing other galleries that seem to house similar genres of artists, you can take the first leap on your career path.

Below are some additional key tips on how you can get into an art gallery.

Be Open to Criticism

Being open to criticism is a strategic move to use when looking into how to get into an art gallery. Try approaching a gallery for a consultation for feedback on your body of work and possible advice. Sometimes going to your nearest professional is the quickest way to figure out your game plan and makes planning your next move a lot easier.

Feedback is useful since many large galleries do not regularly take in new artists fresh out of the academy.

Starting with your local gallery is a perfect start and with time, build up your reputation through strategic group shows for the build-up towards your entry into that large gallery.

Grow Your Online Following

Before considering an application to your favorite gallery, it is always a plus to make sure you boost your online presence through social media or even an online website, showcasing your process, artist statement, portfolio, and accolades.

Having a greater social presence is useful for galleries to see that you are an artist who carries a social influence of sorts and can therefore be used to strategically “market” your work to the appropriate client base.

Use a Checklist

Making a checklist from which you can examine your body of work in preparation for a gallery application is a smart move. Below are just a few important questions that will help frame your body of work as being gallery ready. Included on your checklist should be the following list of questions:

• Do all my artworks look as though they were made by the same artist?
• Do I incorporate any unique methods or interesting mediums?
• What was the motivation behind my artwork?

• Is my work a reflection of a unique perspective?
• Would people pay to see my work in real life?
• Where can my art be displayed? Can it be hung in a buyer’s home?

Hopefully, we have answered your question of “what is an art gallery?” and refined your understanding of how you, as a beginner or fresh art graduate, can get your “foot in the door”. Once you have established an online presence and done the research on the kinds of artists your favorite gallery is affiliated with, you can also look into various open calls, competitions, and art opportunities to submit works. This way, you can build up your list of featured exhibitions and increase your traction forward into the art world.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is an art gallery.

An art gallery is an institution characterized by the sale of artwork in a formal environment organized by a group of people who run the gallery. An art gallery is a place where artwork is also exhibited and open to the public for viewing. Art galleries are divided into different types depending on their operational strategy and intention in collaboration with a select group of artists.

How Can You Approach an Art Gallery?

A simple way to get closer to your art gallery of choice is to attend as many exhibitions and openings as you can. This way, you will become a regular patron and can easily begin to network with the right people. This way you are a few steps closer to getting information on when the gallery conducts its intake and how you can apply.

What Is the Difference between a Gallery and a Museum?

The main difference between a gallery and a museum is that the gallery is a smaller institution, whereby works are available to the public for display and sale. The museum is a larger institution that houses different collections and is often built around private funding, donations, and an organizational mission of cultural and artistic preservation.

What Do Art Galleries Do?

Art galleries serve as exhibition spaces, often open to the public for viewing, either with an entrance fee or without. Art galleries contain the art of various artists of a similar genre. These institutions also operate around the sale of artworks to particular client bases.

How Do Galleries Pay Artists?

Galleries pay artists off the commission earned from the sale of the artist’s artwork. This means that if an artist’s work sells, he or she receives a percentage of the profit, usually a 50-50 split, as the other half is kept by the gallery.

Operationally, art galleries function based on the artwork they sell and any other form of funding they receive. To exhibit artwork in an art gallery, you would have to fill in an application form. Galleries usually take in artists on an annual basis. Art galleries collaborate with their artists to present exhibitions and art events that cater to their target customer base. Art galleries also rely on internal leadership and various arts organizations and networks to survive. An art gallery can also be either public or private, depending on the art collection it houses.

Isabella studied at the University of Cape Town in South Africa and graduated with a Bachelor of Arts majoring in English Literature & Language and Psychology. Throughout her undergraduate years, she took Art History as an additional subject and absolutely loved it. Building on from her art history knowledge that began in high school, art has always been a particular area of fascination for her. From learning about artworks previously unknown to her, or sharpening her existing understanding of specific works, the ability to continue learning within this interesting sphere excites her greatly.

Her focal points of interest in art history encompass profiling specific artists and art movements, as it is these areas where she is able to really dig deep into the rich narrative of the art world. Additionally, she particularly enjoys exploring the different artistic styles of the 20 th century, as well as the important impact that female artists have had on the development of art history.

Learn more about Isabella Meyer and the Art in Context Team .

Cite this Article

Isabella, Meyer, “What Is an Art Gallery? – Understanding How Art Galleries Work.” Art in Context. July 28, 2022. URL: https://artincontext.org/what-is-an-art-gallery/

Meyer, I. (2022, 28 July). What Is an Art Gallery? – Understanding How Art Galleries Work. Art in Context. https://artincontext.org/what-is-an-art-gallery/

Meyer, Isabella. “What Is an Art Gallery? – Understanding How Art Galleries Work.” Art in Context , July 28, 2022. https://artincontext.org/what-is-an-art-gallery/ .

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Remember: Less is more.

A strong presentation is so much more than information pasted onto a series of slides with fancy backgrounds. Whether you’re pitching an idea, reporting market research, or sharing something else, a great presentation can give you a competitive advantage, and be a powerful tool when aiming to persuade, educate, or inspire others. Here are some unique elements that make a presentation stand out.

• Fonts: Sans Serif fonts such as Helvetica or Arial are preferred for their clean lines, which make them easy to digest at various sizes and distances. Limit the number of font styles to two: one for headings and another for body text, to avoid visual confusion or distractions.
• Colors: Colors can evoke emotions and highlight critical points, but their overuse can lead to a cluttered and confusing presentation. A limited palette of two to three main colors, complemented by a simple background, can help you draw attention to key elements without overwhelming the audience.
• Pictures: Pictures can communicate complex ideas quickly and memorably but choosing the right images is key. Images or pictures should be big (perhaps 20-25% of the page), bold, and have a clear purpose that complements the slide’s text.
• Layout: Don’t overcrowd your slides with too much information. When in doubt, adhere to the principle of simplicity, and aim for a clean and uncluttered layout with plenty of white space around text and images. Think phrases and bullets, not sentences.

As an intern or early career professional, chances are that you’ll be tasked with making or giving a presentation in the near future. Whether you’re pitching an idea, reporting market research, or sharing something else, a great presentation can give you a competitive advantage, and be a powerful tool when aiming to persuade, educate, or inspire others.

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Art presentation, like other artistic expressions, has become more experimental, more conceptual, more varied, and more personal. Interior design has evolved to meet the emotional and intellectual needs of more educated and worldly clients by challenging convention in the use of space, materials, scale, color, and texture. Personal and public spaces, like everything else, are becoming more interactive. Even traditional environments are filled with eclectic collections from family legacies, world travels, and expressions of personal interest.

As an integral part of interior design, art presentation must work on three dimensions: respecting the art, accessorizing the setting, and reflecting the importance of the art to the owner. Of these three, how the owner feels about the art is the driving force. Custom art presentation, which effectively balances all these considerations, requires an almost infinite assortment of profiles, finishes, and design details.

The Importance of the Art

In cases where the art is seen primarily as an investment, the presentation would be done to preserve and enhance its monetary value. In that case, archival presentation, conserving historic elements where possible, or using period-appropriate, formal presentation techniques would be a likely solution.

However, most important art is not valued primarily as an investment. Most art is used to set a tone and express ideas and feelings that are specific to the owner. Whether it is to evoke a comforting nostalgia, ritualize an event, impart energy or serenity, playfulness, humor, irony, worldly sophistication, personal style, or a simple appreciation of beauty, the presentation can greatly enhance that aspect of the artwork that is important to the owner. Only when the art presentation reinforces the emotional and intellectual relationship between the owner and the art does the presentation ‘feel right.’

Accessorizing the Setting

Where is the art to be displayed and how is it used? Is it in an intimate, personal space? Or will it be displayed in a formal, public one? Is the art to be a central focus, independently adding to the emotional and intellectual quality or the space? Or is it primarily to support the design idea?

Making appropriate framing and art presentation choices requires a close partnership with the designer. Site visits can help the art presenter understand the genre, and get accurate field measurements. Custom finish samples can be prepared to take into the setting or to coordinate with other suppliers. Custom profiles can be created to reference an important shape or pattern. Custom mirror engraving and silvering can be used to help the designer achieve a particular look or mood. Custom hanging methods, including an analysis of the appropriate angle at which to hang, lean, or cant the art of the wall can all influence the impact of the art. For three-dimensional works, cabinet or pedestal designs that complement the art and the setting require the design and fabrication skills of a fine cabinetmaker. The art of presentation is doing whatever it takes to get the details right.

With so many design rules being broken for interest and effect, understanding the underlying design principle for the space in which the artwork will reside is essential for satisfying art presentation. One of the more common design challenges is incorporating contemporary art in a traditional setting, or classic art in a contemporary setting. Frames and presentation treatments that make that transition comfortable frequently have ambiguous references to period design rendered with an unusual finish or a change in scale. The Tulip frame, shown right, combines sleek lines and a silver finish common in contemporary design, with a fluid carved corner detail more common to Art Nouveau. It is appropriate in traditional as well as contemporary settings, used as a mirror or as a complement to art.

Another common role for art is to add drama and formality to an ‘industrial’ or high-tech setting where the finish materials are exposed brick, brushed, rusted or painted steel, or hewn beam. ‘Organic’ finishes over profiles with strong, architectural, and graphic lines are a new formal language for art presentation. For example, the Deco Step frame, shown right, combines geometric forms frequently found in Art Deco design and architecture. The 12K white-gold finish is toned to gives it an organic texture unusual in fine finishes, with the fleeting impression of brushed steel.

The quality of light within the space is also an important consideration. Should UV protective glass be used? Is an independent light source required?

Respecting the Art

After understanding the emotional and physical context for the art, the final presentation decisions are driven by the art itself. Appropriate presentation means respecting the kind and level of detail, the strength of line, the color palette, the subject matter, and the materials used.

Effective presentation of artwork is as much an art as the creation of the art itself. Working knowledge of art history gives the art presenter a context that makes “respecting the art” possible. The eclectic nature of contemporary design requires a balance between convention and novelty. Having trained artists and art historians on staff with expertise in contemporary as well as classical art gives designers the creative resources to break “new ground” in the world of design with confidence.

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Explore the Presentation Gallery in PowerPoint 365 for Windows. The Presentation Gallery lets you choose a template or Theme, search for presentations, and open or create a new presentation.

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When launched, PowerPoint 365 for Windows typically opens with Backstage view , that you can see in Figure 1 , below.

Click the New button, highlighted in green within Figure 1 above, to bring up the Presentation Gallery , that you can see in Figure 2 , below.

This Presentation Gallery provides several ways to start your new presentation using a template, a Theme, or even a blank presentation.

Each element of the PowerPoint Presentation Gallery is explained below, as marked in Figure 2 above:

A. Search for online templates and themes

Here just enter any keyword(s) as shown highlighted in red within Figure 3 , and click the Search button (the magnifying lens icon, highlighted in blue within Figure 3 ) to search for online templates and themes. You can see the results, as shown in Figure 3 . Click on any of the thumbnails to open a presentation based on the template.

B. Suggested searches

Here you'll find some suggested searches based on keywords and categories. These include Presentations, Themes, Education, Charts, Diagrams, Business, Infographics, etc. Just click on any of these keywords to get relevant results.

C. Themes and Templates

This section provides quick access to locally available Templates and Themes. Click on any Theme other than Blank Presentation . This brings up a window with the selected Theme, as shown in Figure 4 .

Within this window you will get to choose from variations of the selected Theme (highlighted in red within Figure 4 ). The More Images arrows (highlighted in blue within Figure 4 ) show some of the layouts available in the selected theme. And, the arrows highlighted in green within Figure 4 let you browse previous and next Themes.

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