Category: Artist CVs
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Artist Grant Applications: 9 Essential Tips
Funding and grants provide integral support for both emerging and professional artists. Due to their importance and the competition for funding, it’s important to put your best foot forward when submitting your application. Below are some essential tips to keep in mind when preparing your application for an artist grant. Pay close attention to the…
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How to Write an Artist’s CV When You Don’t Have Much (Or Any!) Professional Experience
For new and emerging artists, creating an artist’s CV (also called an artist’s resume) when you have little or no experience can be a bit of a Catch 22. You don’t have much to put on your CV, but to apply for “experience” in the form of exhibitions, grants, and schooling, you are asked to…
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Art Gallery Submissions: How to Prepare and What to Send
So, you’ve decided that you want to submit your artwork to a gallery. Fantastic! Although it can seem like a daunting task, creating a professional and complete submission to send to galleries is a huge step in getting your artwork “out there” and progressing your artistic career. Here are some tips for art gallery submissions.…
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Art World Business Tips for the Self-Taught Artist
There is a common belief that self-taught artists are at a disadvantage when it comes to becoming professionals. We are of the belief that anyone can be successful, and in the end, the most important thing is the work.
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How to Write an Artist’s CV in 10 Steps
An artist’s CV, sometimes called an artist’s resume, is an overview of your artistic professional history and achievements. Although it looks similar to a resume, it contains different elements which are only related to your artistic professional practice. One mistake emerging artists often make in writing their CVs is trying to oversell their work. Less…