The Art Insider | A - Z of Setting Up and Successfully Launching an Exhibition

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The Art Insider | A - Z of Setting Up and Successfully Launching an Exhibition

25 November 2014 6:30pm – 8:30pm 

TICKETS: £10.00 – To purchase tickets, please click here.

The Art Insider and Griffin Gallery are delighted to offer a series of professional development seminars for artists

This seminar has been developed by Trudie Stephenson of The Art Insider  to provide the skills necessary to navigate more effectively in the commercial art world.

Speaker: Trudie Stephenson – Director The Art Insider

AREAS COVERED:

MARKETING AND PR STRATEGIES 

Many artists are daunted by the idea of public relations. PR is generally recognised as a vital part of the success of any endeavour or business venture and is a vital vehicle in attracting a gallery, buyers and positive reviews to you and your work. This seminar will show you how to market yourself and your work and how to implement and use PR strategies to your advantage.

·         How to produce an artist statement, biography and CV

·         How to write a press release 

·         How to find press contacts and how to approach the press

·         How to document your work in different formats and the best way to send out to interested parties. 

·         Time management and press deadlines

SETTING UP AND LAUNCHING AN EXHIBITION 

This part of the workshop will explain the practicalities of organising an exhibition form A – Z. You will be guided through the processes involved, from the initial concept and research, through to agreements, layout and the display of artwork. You will also be advised on insurance, public liability and health and safety requirements. We will also cover how to implement effective sales strategies for your opening night and the duration of your exhibition.

Please email info@griffingallery.co.uk for more information.