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Posted 1 Week, 6 Days ago
LAsculptor
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Does anyone have suggestions on where to find a good sculpture rep? I would think that there would be lots to be found on the web, but most artist reps seem to be only interested in paintings. Even though I have done many gallery shows, I sell 90% plus of my work myself.
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Posted 1 Week, 5 Days ago
Christine
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If you ever find the answer out to that question - let us know
I think finding a GOODrep is a lot harder than finding a rep. I am not a big believer in them - from my experience the best marketing is done by the artist himself... galleries, internet forums and blogs (bloging is a great way to get out their and get a reputation) contacts with interior designers and architects...
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Posted 1 Week, 4 Days ago
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According to Edward Winkleman (http://edwardwinkleman.blogspot.com/) an artist representative isn't a good idea--at least not as a way of doing business with galleries.

I did a quick search but couldn't find the topic discussing the issue... but Ed's blog is always great for folks interested in the business of art (today posting, e.g., is "Selling Solo vs. Working With a Gallery."

Regarding artist reps... if I remember correctly, Ed said that the last thing gallerists want is another individual involved in the already complicated relationship between an artist & gallery owner. I also got the impression that he thinks using an artist rep can either come across as the artist is too shy (which is a disadvantage to someone trying to sell the artist's art) and/or doesn't know what s/he he's doing & is grasping at straws.
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Posted 1 Week, 3 Days ago
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I have to agree with him. The galleries cut is huge add to that a rep fee and the artist is left with very little.
Plus - people like to know about the artist who's work they are buying and if your rep is your face - the gallery owner won't be able to tell little anecdotes about you to the customer.. which is a great way to sell...

When you are really well known and have too much work and too little time - then a good rep might come in handy...
not before
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