New Professional Guides for Artists#

We've added comprehensive guides to help artists navigate the professional side of their careers. These resources cover everything from writing artist statements to approaching galleries.

What's New#

Four Comprehensive Guides:

1. Preparing an Arts and Cultural CV or Resume

   • Learn the difference between an arts CV and traditional resume
   • Understand industry standards and formatting
   • Build a CV that showcases your artistic achievements
   • Know what to include (and what to leave out)

2. How to Write an Artist Statement

   • Step-by-step process for crafting compelling statements
   • Templates and examples for different lengths
   • Common mistakes to avoid
   • Tips for making your statement stand out

3. How to Get Gallery Representation

   • Strategic approach to finding the right gallery
   • Building relationships and professional presence
   • Understanding what galleries are looking for
   • Long-term strategies for representation

4. How to Approach an Art Gallery

   • Professional outreach best practices
   • Email templates and communication tips
   • What to include in your submission
   • Common mistakes to avoid

Why This Matters#

Professional Development:

• Learn industry-standard practices
• Avoid common mistakes that hurt applications
• Build confidence in professional communication
• Understand what galleries and organizations expect

Save Time:

• Clear, actionable guidance
• Templates and examples you can use
• Step-by-step processes
• Real-world examples from successful artists

Better Applications:

• Improve your CV and artist statement
• Make stronger gallery submissions
• Present yourself professionally
• Increase your chances of success

How to Access#

Visit the Resources section to find all four guides. Each guide includes:

• Detailed explanations and best practices
• Examples and templates
• Common mistakes to avoid
• Tips from industry professionals
• Links to relevant opportunities on Artsumé

What's Next#

These guides are just the beginning. We're planning to add more resources covering:

• Grant writing and applications
• Portfolio presentation
• Networking strategies
• Pricing your work
• And more

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Start building your professional presence today with these free guides.