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What Is a Studio Manager for Visual Artists?
This article defines what an artist studio manager does, how the role differs from gallery representation, assistants, and consultants, and when structured support becomes necessary.
Building an Artist Application Package: How to Set Up Your Artist CV and Statement So Applying Becomes Easy
This article explains how to create a professional artist application package for residencies, grants, and exhibitions by building a sustainable system for your artist CV, statement, bio, images, and documentation. It offers guidance on preparing, customizing, and maintaining materials that align with your evolving practice and institutional opportunities.
How Artists Can Best Harness the Energy of an Artist Residency: What to Do Before, During, and After
This article examines how artists can harness the full energy of an artist residency by approaching it intentionally before arrival, working strategically during the residency period, and integrating its outcomes afterward, with clear guidance on documentation, networking, and marketing as essential parts of the residency experience.
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What Is an Artist Residency and How Does It Work?
This article explains how artist residency programs work, what artist-in-residence opportunities offer, and how contemporary art residencies fit into professional practice.
Oct 4, 20254 min read
Handling Discounts Professionally as an Artist
Requests for discounts are common in the creative industries, but they can be fraught with emotional and professional challenges. Artists and makers invest significant time, energy, and expertise into their work, yet the request for a discount can sometimes feel like a devaluation of that labor. Balancing the need to honor your work with the desire to build positive relationships and secure sales requires a thoughtful and professional approach. This article explores the origi
Feb 26, 20256 min read
At What Point Can You Call Yourself an Artist? Philosophies, Histories, and the Weight of a Title
The term “artist” is deeply charged, carrying centuries of cultural weight, social expectations, and philosophical contention. It is a...
Feb 23, 20256 min read
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