Author Alix Sloan Posted on September 24, 2019September 24, 2019Categories artist advice
The super nice folks at Beinart Gallery in Melbourne, Australia asked me to contribute an article to their blog. Read Tips for Gallery Submissions by Alix Sloan: How to Survive and Thrive here.
Author Alix Sloan Posted on November 17, 2018November 20, 2019Categories art career, art galleries, artist advice
Every year around this time I’m inundated with emails from artist friends, clients and former students telling me they are going to the Miami art fairs to “check out galleries” and asking me for advice. This year as the queries started rolling in, I decided to compile my top ten tips all in one place. But before we dive in, there are two important things to understand before your first visit to Art Basel Miami. First, Art Basel Miami Beach … Continue reading “The Emerging Artist’s Guide to Art Basel Miami”
Author Alix Sloan Posted on October 31, 2018October 31, 2018Categories artist advice
This post is not about the pros and cons of selling work directly vs. through a gallery or exhibition. It does not address the reasons so many artists find themselves selling work directly these days. This post is simply a list of tips to help artists who do find themselves selling work directly – at open studios, via online inquiries, etc. – do so smoothly. I hope you find it helpful! 1. Make it easy for people to give you … Continue reading “Six Tips When Selling Work Directly to Collectors”
Author Alix Sloan Posted on January 18, 2018Categories artist advice
I first met Deirdre Sullivan-Beeman in spring 2014 when she scheduled a one-on-one consultation with me. She was open, energetic and full of great ideas. She’d done some group shows and understood the basics of the business of art. I could immediately tell from her work and our conversation that she had the talent, passion and determination to create a life and career for herself as an artist. But less than four years later I’m completely blown away by how … Continue reading “Deirdre Sullivan-Beeman shares her journey, wisdom and encouragement”
Author Alix Sloan Posted on November 27, 2017November 27, 2017Categories artist advice
Every year around this time I’m inundated with emails from artist friends, clients and former students telling me they are going to the Miami art fairs to “check out galleries” and asking me for advice. This year as the queries started rolling in, I decided to compile my top ten tips all in one place. But before we dive in, there are two important things to understand before your first visit to Art Basel Miami. First, Art Basel Miami Beach is … Continue reading “The Emerging Artist’s Guide to Art Basel Miami”
Author Alix Sloan Posted on August 4, 2017Categories art career, artist advice
I first saw, and fell in love with, Martha Rich’s wonderful work in the early 2000’s. Since then, I have had the good fortune to become friends with Rich and exhibit her work. She even contributed to my “Launching Your Art Career: A Practical Guide for Artists” book. She is talented, energetic and incredibly generous. But most of all she’s an absolute individual. Rich has carved her own path in the art world and it’s been a pleasure having a ringside seat. Over the … Continue reading “A Conversation with Artist Martha Rich”
Author Alix Sloan Posted on July 26, 2017Categories artist advice
Artist parents – Hannah Cole at Sunlight Tax and ArtFCity have some timely and helpful information to share about tax credits for child care (including summer camp). Click here for the complete article.
Author Alix Sloan Posted on July 12, 2017July 13, 2017Categories art career, artist advice, opportunities
Anyone who subscribes to my email list, has read my book, taken one of my classes, or even had a casual conversation with me knows that I firmly believe community is an artist’s best resource for discovering, and accessing, information and opportunities. And during this uncertain time in the art world the more artists and arts professionals cooperate and support each other, the better for everyone. That’s why I get so excited when I see artists who are serious about … Continue reading “A conversation about community with artist Dani Dodge”
Author Alix Sloan Posted on June 28, 2017Categories artist advice
It’s that time again! The super fun La Luz de Jesus Gallery Coaster Show. The deadline to submit is August 1st and if you don’t follow the instructions exactly, you won’t be considered. So if you’re interested, please read the submissions guidelines carefully and then get started making some awesome coaster art! Click here (and scroll down on the page past the first entry) to view works from last year’s show.
Author Alix Sloan Posted on June 12, 2017June 16, 2017Categories art career, art galleries, artist advice, opportunities
Independent curators, emerging artists and arts professionals are invited to submit exhibition proposals to be considered for the two gallery spaces at The Clemente, the Abrazo and the LES Gallery, from July 2018 to June 2019. Deadline is September 15th so there’s plenty of time to come up with a fantastic idea and create a proposal. Click here for more info.