Working As An Artist: 5 Things I’m Doing In 2019
I get asked a lot about what work looks like for me these days. If you know someone who is an artist, then you know that their job is more than just making and selling artwork. Here’s a peek at five of the things I’m working on this year.
Selling Artwork Online
In March I launched my online shop for the first time with a small collection of collage explorations. One of my big goals this year is to connect my shop to Instagram, so hopefully, you will see that come through in the next month. I also have plans to go through my studio inventory and add work from my older collections to the shop. I want to make it easy for you to support my work and add to your home.
Curating the New Forth and Nomad Gallery
In May, Forth and Nomad will open in their new location and include a gallery concept that we are partnering on. The gallery will show local emerging artists with a focus on selling to new collectors and providing collector education. We want to bridge the gap between today’s young art buyers and the elusive “art world.” I have a blog post coming soon to introduce the gallery concept in more detail. I’m excited about this opportunity.
My First Solo Show
In July I will have my first solo show at the Forth and Nomad Gallery. Forth and Nomad has been selling my work since they opened and I am beyond thankful they want to continue to support my work with a show. Moreover, the ideas I’ve been sketching for this show are bringing me energy. All of the collage explorations from my store launch and the sketches you see on Instagram are part of the research I’m doing to develop my next body of work.
CAMH
I will continue to lead educational group tours at the Contemporary Arts Museum Houston (CAMH). I love keeping my toes in art education and staying abreast of the new shows that move through the CAMH.
Open Studio Sale
Yes, I plan on having at least one more of these in 2019. I’m kind of playing with the idea of opening my studio for White Linen Night in August and maybe once more before the holidays.
So, that’s all for now. I have some ideas of what I might work on in the fall, but I’m keeping them quiet until that time comes. In the meantime, keep following along on Facebook or Instagram, and I’ll be sure to let you know what’s new.
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