Perspectives on the art world -- Why so mysterious? the art world defined -- Museums and nonprofit institutions -- Galleries -- Myth-making basics -- Teaching and learning and jobs for artists -- Interviews -- Weaving your own mystery -- talking to curators -- Promotion and networking -- Art fairs -- Collectors.
Summary:
The Art World Demystified unfolds the confusing and often treacherous terrain of the art world, revealing the inner workings of a system that has few rules but many opportunities. In this volume, artists will find their own questions reflected and addressed, including: How does an artist penetrate the inner circle of the art world? How do museums choose exhibits? How can an artist reach critics and get feedback? How do artists make a living, and how much can they expect to make? What are the "rules" of the art world? Why is it all so mysterious? Author and successful artist Brainard Carey explores these queries and more, giving concise answers and guidance on such issues as talking to curators, navigating suitable promotion, and maintaining motivation, alongside profiles of well-known artists. He enables, and encourages, readers to not only navigate the mysteries of the artist's career, but also to create their own mythologies by presenting their work in a way that generates interest, questions, and an invitation to the inner circle.
This resource is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act as administered by State Library of Iowa.