| Subject | Date Asked |
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| Resources | 11/13/2009 |
Q: .. I was wondering what resources or literature you would recommend for me: My brother is and artist ...
A: Best bet is to read issues of Art Business and Art Calendar Magazines......they have excellent ...
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| sci fi art work | 10/20/2009 |
Q: I have an art company that creates original sci fi art work.I have built up quite a large fan base ...
A: Sounds most interesting.......and I wish I had a magic answer. Depending on where you live....NYC ...
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| artist insurance | 9/15/2009 |
Q: I have a single mural project to do. Where can I find the best temporary artist insurance for THIS ...
A: Part Two, For someone who is in search of an answer on insurance and has the balls to rate the ...
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| beautiful oil painting. | 8/21/2009 |
Q: I am trying to figure out if the value is there to have it restored anything you can tell me will be ...
A: ....depending on where you live.....most urban centers do have craftsmen who do repairs on oil ...
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| Crystal Skelly paintings | 8/9/2009 |
Q: I met Crystal Skelly in the 70s as she displayed her art work at the plaza of Century City Towers in ...
A: If you still live in LA, my only suggestion is to check the yellow pages for "art appraisers" and ...
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| gallery portfolio | 7/11/2009 |
Q: I am an amateur painter who has received encouragement from a professional to exhibit my work ...
A: Not sure about the Mac book......but as a gallery owner....prefer CD's from artist.....and-or a ...
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| Painting | 6/26/2009 |
Q: I found this painting as shown in the photo and am wondering if you know if it has any value. There ...
A: ...sorry, appraisals are out of my realm of expertise. Would suggest that you check the yellow ...
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| Oil on canvas | 6/13/2009 |
Q: Our family has an oil painting of my grandmother when she was a child. My guess is that it was ...
A: ..........wish I could help you out.......but am having a problem researching any INFO on the artist ...
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| New Artist...I suppose... | 6/10/2009 |
Q: I have been drawing my entire life. I recently took up painting. Some friends have told me to try ...
A: No need to be nervous.....as the saying goes "every trip of a thousand miles begins with a single ...
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| art and design program | 5/14/2009 |
Q: I want to apply for arts and design program , I found one , need your consultancy about whats ...
A: ....would like to help you....but need to know what it is that you want to gain from the exposure to ...
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| paintings | 5/4/2009 |
Q: i have a set of paintings by john brewster and i have no idea about art.how would i go about getting ...
A: ....don't have personal knowledge of John Brewster, but here is a website re information on him and ...
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| which studies ? | 4/27/2009 |
Q: from being child , I had a hobby to make movie subtitles , brands names , logos design of ads ( by ...
A: .........my belief is that most creativity is in the genes....and that practice can enhance it, but ...
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| Approaching galleries | 4/21/2009 |
Q: Even when I started at an old age, art has been my secret passion. My background does not have ...
A: Alamo, First I did look at your website....and I like your work. It is unique....and depending on ...
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| Robert Natkin | 4/8/2009 |
Q: D. I'm writing about a oil painting I bought at a garage sale. I don't know anything about ...
A: ......follow thru on the gallery contact.....but also check in your yellow pages for art ...
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| confusion | 3/28/2009 |
Q: 1- is it able for someone discover his drawing or painting talent in age of 24 ? ( noticed that ...
A: ....it is never to late to find a hidden talent...so 24 is not too old [Colonel Sanders didn't ...
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| Stan Stokes Painting | 3/19/2009 |
Q: In 1976 I purchased a Stan Stokes landscape painting. It is 3 feet by 3 feet in size with a metal ...
A: ...............only suggestion I can offer is to contact one of your art galleries in Oregon......or ...
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| Art Agent for my Art | 3/3/2009 |
Q: I have a Masters Degree in the fine arts. Many of my works have won awards in America. I live in New ...
A: .... The best art agents I have met are the artists themselves. There are publishers [plenty of ...
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| Selling Art in USA | 2/1/2009 |
Q: I am American and I have a friend who is Moroccan who is an amazingly talented artist. I would like ...
A: ...... Your best bet would be to check out Art Calendar Magazine [either read hard copy or check ...
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| Where do I start | 1/22/2009 |
Q: I have this crazy idea that art can make money for our schools. When I listen to the President talk ...
A: ........it is admirable that you want to connect art and helping the school financial picture. I ...
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| crystal skelley | 1/22/2009 |
Q: i live in the UK and for the past 10 years have owned a signed framed rose lithogram, it is really ...
A: ..........sorry I don't have information on the art work mentioned in your message. Depending on ...
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| Almady painting | 12/11/2008 |
Q: I have an original painting by Istvan Almady.. I was wondering if you know anything about the ...
A: ........unfortunately all I found about Istvan Almady is that he is deceased and Hungarian. Not ...
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| Opinion | 11/20/2008 |
Q: Murphy, Yam not professional artist, but art is part of me.Y respect your opinion about my paintings ...
A: First you have a most interesting background....and I like your website presentation. Your art has ...
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| corporate designer, design firm , agency | 11/13/2008 |
Q: I was wondering if you know of any famous corporate logo designers, design firm, agency. Would like ...
A: .. There are a number of references to Paul Rand on the internet....here are a couple of them: ...
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| replicas | 10/25/2008 |
Q: I love drawing and paintings. Usually I paint replicas. Usually I took a realistic oil painting and ...
A: Any image is automatically copywritten and cannot be replicated...even though you are using a ...
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| painting | 10/22/2008 |
Q: I recently acquired a painting of my grandmothers, it looks like an oil painting in a very old frame ...
A: ......... Ladeveze Cauchois is a French artist from the 1900's.....and in my limited research there ...
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| Print value | 10/17/2008 |
Q: Could you please advise me or direct me to a site where I could find out the value of a signed ...
A: ....couldn't find any price regarding your question.....but only this same theme on the following ...
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| Organising an exhibition... | 10/10/2008 |
Q: I'm a student studying art in Limerick, Ireland. A few of us here are looking at the possibility of ...
A: Having visited your area a few years ago, I wish you all the best in this exhibit. I would visit ...
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| Is my painting real | 10/8/2008 |
Q: I have recently became the owner of a Rebecca Hardin piece of Art. The paining is a signed ...
A: ... Check out the website below....and as far as CCL....it could be Roman Numerals...which is the ...
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| Museum Exhibit Proposal | 8/10/2008 |
Q: i've been a professional artist for many years (40). I work in many media (calligraphy, design, ...
A: Congratulations on your museum exhibition David. Truth be told....I have no idea what an "exhibit ...
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| starving | 8/1/2008 |
Q: i began making stained glass, which expanded to fused and small blown glass, which somehow got me ...
A: The $64,000 question [a very old quiz show]........... Anyway....best thing to do is to contact a ...
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| Art from an artist | 7/31/2008 |
Q: I have inherited c.6 paintings by an artist called Michel Wulff(residet in Paris decades ago). The ...
A: ....sorry I am not familiar with the artist.....but depending on where you live, I would contact a ...
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| Mountain Art | 7/25/2008 |
Q: I am a young self taught artist from the highlands and, as well as scottish landscapes and castles, ...
A: ...assume you are writing from Scotland.....if so I am not familiar with galleries in Great Britan. ...
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| Difficulty locating artist | 6/27/2008 |
Q: Good afternoon, I have two paintings; large oil/canvas signed Kahrmeadan dated '77, and an oil/board ...
A: ..wish I could help......but your best bet if you believe the paintings have any significant value ...
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| art | 6/25/2008 |
Q: i paint male erotica I have sold 100s of Pcs on ebay but would really like to venture out to the ...
A: Oh Monique....if there was only a magic answer to your inquiry. You might want to check out Art ...
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| artist's agent | 6/4/2008 |
Q: I'm a wood carver specializing in whimsical bear sculptures. Years ago I designed a line of ...
A: First congratulations on the initial Target deal. You didn't mention how you got that one, but I ...
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| Pricing of glass engraving | 5/30/2008 |
Q: What percentage from selling (by hand) glass engraving should an agent receive? How to price ...
A: Oh I wish I had the answer for you....but appraisals are not my forte....you might want to contact a ...
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| Pricing of glass engraving | 5/26/2008 |
Q: What percentage from selling (by hand) glass engraving should an agent receive? How to price ...
A: If the glass is in a gallery...the usual split on percentage is 50/50....but if it is only a person ...
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| Gallery competition | 4/28/2008 |
Q: Can you tell me if it's possible for an artist to sign with more than gone galler, or can't an ...
A: ...nothing wrong with being represented by more than one gallery...as long as the first gallery has ...
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| Art Agent process | 4/16/2008 |
Q: Can you please tell me what size the photos in a standard artists portfolio tend to be - not sure if ...
A: ....since you are the one who creates the art...you should begin the negotiation with the price that ...
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| Artwork | 3/29/2008 |
Q: I do a type of artwork that I guess is a type of graphic arts using circles, squares and lines and ...
A: Cheri, The best way to promote your work is "exposure". Of course you are on the internet....but ...
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| kloton, p | 3/4/2008 |
Q: I recently purchased a painting in a second hand shop signed Kloton, P. I have found 3 cases where ...
A: ............haven't any professional knowledge about P. Kloton, and like you have found some info in ...
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| Oil Painting from Crystal Skelley | 2/20/2008 |
Q: I have recently purchased an oil painting from Crystal Skelley named "The Gazebo" and with it came a ...
A: This is the group she belonged to before her death: Gemé Art American Favorites Lithograph Collect ...
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| How to expand my audience? Art Rep? | 2/20/2008 |
Q: I have been a self employed artist for a little over a year now. I have a website and blog and am ...
A: Everyone currently seems to be having a "lull" in sales.....the economy has gone south....but don't ...
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| Getting my foot in the door | 2/17/2008 |
Q: I'm a second semester sophomore Art Major/Graphic Design Minor at Elizabeth City State University. ...
A: ..wish there was an answer to your question.....but all I can offer is name of one website [there ...
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| Art market | 2/6/2008 |
Q: I have been exhibiting paintings for years, and have an online store, but I only sell a few ...
A: ...........this use to be the $64,000 question.......but with inflation it is now the million dollar ...
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| Painting by Claude Monce? | 1/31/2008 |
Q: I was hoping you'd be able to help me find information regarding a painting I have by an artist with ...
A: .............sorry I do not have information on this painting. Even after an extensive google ...
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| Portfolio prints and electric kiln | 1/29/2008 |
Q: Can you please tell me what size the photos in a standard artists portfolio tend to be - not sure if ...
A: ...I have seen portfolio's with as little as eight pages and as many as thirty. There is no ...
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| Portfolio prints and electric kiln | 1/29/2008 |
Q: Can you please tell me what size the photos in a standard artists portfolio tend to be - not sure if ...
A: Welcome back Davina, Use whatever size best illustrates your work.....but having said that, using 8 ...
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| Art Agents / Agencies | 1/18/2008 |
Q: Could you please let me know how art agentw work, and also how they go about helping new artists get ...
A: In the U.S., an "agent" could either be an art dealer or a gallery [owner/director]. The ...
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| Have you heard of this painting? | 12/10/2007 |
Q: I have a painting I aquired some years ago. I dont know who it is by, I have taken a couple pictures ...
A: ........this sounds like a question on the "Millionaire" TV show. I have absolutely no idea what to ...
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| I have a freudenthal print | 11/24/2007 |
Q: I have a peter freundenthal print. "Untitled" signed by him 1979. What is it worth?
A: Sorry I can't help you as I am not well versed in appraisals....best I can offer is to suggest you ...
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| jewel designing | 11/23/2007 |
Q: first of all thanks for guiding people in various issues through AlLExperts.i do creative works with ...
A: You are most welcome.......for the appreciation shown in your message. I wish there was a magic ...
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| CAGNES-SUR-MER | 11/22/2007 |
Q: i have this oil painted canvas with writing on the back saying cagnes sur mer then underneath the ...
A: ....sorry I can't help you......but if you check the local yellow pages for "art ...
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| artist-instruction-book | 11/3/2007 |
Q: Do you perhaps know about an artist-instruction-book that deals with the differences in facial ...
A: .......sorry for the delay in the answer, I was out of town. I don't have a direct answer to this ...
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| getting your paintings exhibited | 10/14/2007 |
Q: I have built up a reasonable portfolio of paintings and would like to exhibit them. I would much ...
A: ...it depends on the area you live in....and how widely you want to distribute the CD. If you can, ...
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| Portfolio | 9/20/2007 |
Q: This might sound bad to you, but I am in some need of advise! I am a fourth year architecture ...
A: ........not really in my area of expertise.....but offer this as a couple of possibilities. First ...
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| Marketing | 9/19/2007 |
Q: How do I launch myself to be able to best sell my artwork?
A: Quesinberry, The $64,000 question. First it would be helpful if you develop a website....nothing ...
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| Old Painting | 8/1/2007 |
Q: I have an old painting of Palm Springs, CA. I cannot make out the artist's first name, but the last ...
A: ...not sure what the question you are posing.....if it is: "what is the first name of this ...
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| painting | 7/30/2007 |
Q: I have a painting by Otto Leitz. Can you tell me anything about this artist?
A: ...the only listing that I found is as follows....but I am sure if you google the listing a few ...
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| art help | 7/13/2007 |
Q: I am starting my own online shop with a company to put my artwork on items. Now I need a web page ...
A: I would say do your own web page and get your own domain name......I canīt recommend any website ...
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| artist's model | 7/7/2007 |
Q: I recognize this is perhaps far afield, but I'm hoping you can help me. I have previously worked as ...
A: If you were closer to my studio in NJ, I would hire you......but to your question. I donīt know of ...
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| Art licensing | 7/2/2007 |
Q: How do I get my work licensed? Do I need a financial backer? I would like to have my works re ...
A: ~ First complements on your art work....you have a distinct style which should definitely be ...
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| Oil On Canvas | 5/16/2007 |
Q: DJ I have an Oil on Canvas signed by (Mardi) and on the back of the frame is written (Seascapes ...
A: ........"Mardi" in French means "Tuesday".........now it is possible the artist name was actually ...
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| art career | 4/18/2007 |
Q: My name is Ben Dayton. I have always wanted to be an artist in one capacity or another since ...
A: First will have to say you exceeded the limit of questions permitted under the "free" rule. So ...
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| Oil Painting | 3/29/2007 |
Q: I purchased an oil painting on canvass at a garage sale and can't seem to find very much information ...
A: Wish I could be a pychic and determine the info you want....but....not possible at this point. ...
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| Art appraisals | 3/23/2007 |
Q: I have a friend who is an artist. His framed watercolors, when shown in a gallery, sell for $1500. ...
A: ........although I am not a "tax expert' nor an appraiser, I can't offer an opinion on the ...
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| artacademy.com | 2/6/2007 |
Q: I have been studying art independently for a year now. I came across artacademy.com and was ...
A: ........you are the second person who has questioned this program.....so they must be doing a lot of ...
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| artacademy.com | 1/31/2007 |
Q: I have been studying art independently for a year. I came across a website, artacademy.com, and I am ...
A: I have never heard of this outfit....but you could try calling the Better Business Bureau in New ...
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| getting your art noticed | 1/19/2007 |
Q: Good Day, i am a young artist in Ontario Canada i have many works and am (finally) interested in ...
A: You could put on your own art exhibition at a local church, library, town hall, or any other venue ...
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| unemployed | 1/18/2007 |
Q: I live in NYC and I would love to be come an art consultant but i am having a really hard time ...
A: Assuming you have done all the basics [checked the NYTimes classifieds, Village Voice ads, etc. Art ...
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| Selling my art abroad in the US | 1/12/2007 |
Q: Not sure if you could help on this one, but why not ask! I am an artist in the UK, Orkney, in ...
A: A most interesting question. I am not an expert in customs law.....and wouldn't venture a guess as ...
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| painting for money | 10/23/2006 |
Q: I am a university student, studying physics. I have a job on campus so it will not be available to ...
A: } That is a 64 pound question [it use to be a 64 dollar question in the U.S.] What you might try ...
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| Colleges | 10/16/2006 |
Q: What colleges would you recommend (regardless of location) you prepare me for your feild?
A: .... Considering my field is "art gallery".....not sure if any college would prepare you...as you ...
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| Does answering my calling mean being poor? | 10/9/2006 |
Q: My story is a bit long, please bear with me. I grew up drawing and never questioned that I'd be an ...
A: First take another look at the five years you indicated were "wasted"......I would guess that you ...
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| hi | 10/8/2006 |
Q: i have a signed painting by morris katz 1987 of a tree with an animal approaching mostly pink and ...
A: ...depending on where you live....check your "yellow pages" in the phone book for art ...
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| The Next Step | 10/5/2006 |
Q: Drawing is one of my main ambitions in life and I would like to take it further but I don not know ...
A: Not knowing your background or your location....makes it somewhat more difficult to advise ...
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| Patent/copyright issues | 9/29/2006 |
Q: Sir, We are in India, a printing press intend to re-print old paintings of master painters like Raja ...
A: First of all, I am not an attorney...so my answers are just from my personal observations. Some ...
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| what is my painting worth? | 9/25/2006 |
Q: want to know someone I can send pic of painting to ,and give me an appraisail
A: Not knowing who the artist was who created the painting you have.....I can't suggest who to contact. ...
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| John Dineen painting | 9/25/2006 |
Q: A family member recently passed away and I was given a painting by John Dineen. I had no idea who ...
A: You might try a couple of local art galleries in your area because John Dineen was a FL artist and ...
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| Submitting an entry to an exhibition | 9/19/2006 |
Q: I'm a beginning artist and have a monotype print that I want to enter into a local exhibition. The ...
A: Since you have a digital camera, I would suggest taking the photo outside in the daylight so that ...
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| Exhibits | 8/16/2006 |
Q: I am looking for someone to help my work get into galleries. I live in Indianapolis, IN. You can see ...
A: You along with thousands of artists are looking to get into galleries....so be prepared to do a lot ...
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| art agent | 7/30/2006 |
Q: Murphy, I am an artist in Chicago, IL and lately have been entertaining the idea of getting an art ...
A: My suggestion is for you to speak with either other artist's in chicago or go to a few art galleries ...
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| donating to collectors | 7/27/2006 |
Q: I've thought of donating just one painting to a few important art collectors, as a way to get my ...
A: This is an accepted way of getting your works noticed. By collectors I assume you are referring to ...
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| Juried Art Shows | 6/13/2006 |
Q: I've been asked before and often wondered, what exactly is a "juried" art show? How does it differ ...
A: Usually a juried show has an "expert" art professional review the various artist's ...
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| a thin resume | 5/10/2006 |
Q: -Thank you for the answer, which I found informative and hopeful. I imagine renting a space in a ...
A: ......you'll have to do the leg work on the rental expense......every community has different levels ...
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| a thin resume | 5/9/2006 |
Q: Seems like most so-called "emerging artists" already have extensive resumes. I've never sold a ...
A: ........first of all as the saying goes..."beauty is in the eye of the beholder". In your case ...
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| Decor art -good or bad | 4/20/2006 |
Q: I was recently told my mixed media pictures were very professional and made great decor art. Is ...
A: I wouldn't get too concerned with this observation regarding your art. It might even be a ...
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| Portfolio help | 4/16/2006 |
Q: I am hoping to gain an apprenticeship at a tattoo studio, but at the moment I have no portfolio. I ...
A: ........the simpler the better as far as portfolio's are concerned. Buy some plastic 8 1/2 x 11" ...
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| Painting | 4/5/2006 |
Q: I have a gorgeous painting- bought in New York around 1970....of a beautiful little girl- walking ...
A: Deetz, No, sorry can't help you there........but perhaps if you check a few art related websites. ...
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| a career in art | 1/19/2006 |
Q: I was wondering on careers in the art business, the schooling needed for them, and basically how to ...
A: ........not sure at what point you are in your life....but if you are still in HS then check with ...
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| to be an experimental painter v's traditional technique | 1/8/2006 |
Q: I am a painter and I have found a method of working that really interests me but I am pressured by ...
A: My first inclination was to check the "no expertise in this subject"....which is true. The last ...
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| gallery meeting | 10/10/2005 |
Q: A gallery wants to represent me, and the owner wants me to call him to arrange a meeting. I don't ...
A: This is the age old question......pricing. But first let's focus on the gallery representation. ...
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| getting closer to making a living from art | 7/30/2005 |
Q: ------------------------- Dear DJ Murphy, Thanks for the advice. I know there isnt a magic answer, ...
A: There is a magazine published in the U.S. called Art Calendar (they have a website artcalendar.com) ...
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| Hi,im matt i wanted to know... | 7/28/2005 |
Q: im matt i wanted to know how much my art is worth. i have photos of some of my paintings i could ...
A: This is the age old question.....how much is not enough and how much is too much. If you are just ...
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| getting closer to making a living from art | 7/28/2005 |
Q: I've been a professional artist for the past 10-11 years. I've regularly shown in exhibitions, ...
A: Parmar, Here is what I think you need an answer to "If you have any tips, ideas, or even galleries ...
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| trying to get exhibited | 7/9/2005 |
Q: I do photo art (http://tinyurl.com/ru9p) and could use help in getting started - critique and advice ...
A: To get exhibited really depends on the area in which you live and the number of opportunities. It ...
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| Black and minority funding for comic book artists and writers | 4/22/2005 |
Q: Date: 4/21/05 10:17 PM Hello: I'd like to know if you have any information about foundations, ...
A: .....not sure if this place is still in operation.....I lost track of it some years ago.....but you ...
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| Black and minority funding for comic book artists and writers | 4/22/2005 |
Q: Date: 4/21/05 10:17 PM Hello: I'd like to know if you have any information about foundations, ...
A: Goldman, The only reference I can offer is a book published by the Council on Foundations [offices ...
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| art ideas?? | 4/13/2005 |
Q: i know you didn't mention anything about art projects, but i did not know who else to ask.and seeing ...
A: Very interesting...........but not sure if I can really help you with this project. [In my other ...
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| juried shows | 4/7/2005 |
Q: A juried show charges an entry fee for three slides and then tells you it's $5.00 for any additional ...
A: Well Emile........what can you do. The contest judges set the rules. Why? I don't know how they ...
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| Stan Stokes Painting | 3/26/2005 |
Q: I have an original Stan Stokes painting. It is acrylic on canvas approximately 25"x36". Stan ...
A: ........your best bet is to either go on line and check any auctions of his work [that is how ...
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| New Artist | 2/24/2005 |
Q: I am a "closet" artist, only doing acrylics and watercolours for my home and as gifts. I get ...
A: Definitely take the plunge. What can they say but "no thanks". My guess is that they might be ...
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| gallery appointment | 2/18/2005 |
Q: I have been invited to meet a gallery owner because he's interested in my paintings which he saw on ...
A: Take with you a few "real" samples that are representative of the type of work you do...and bring ...
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| insuring art/ juried show | 2/4/2005 |
Q: On the art contest rules for a juried show it reads: "Amount for which your work will be insured if ...
A: Hey Jim.........do I look like an insurance agent? Just kidding.......galleries most times insure ...
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| jobs | 2/4/2005 |
Q: what are the jobs offered in the state of alabama and florida for a person that has a bachelor's ...
A: Whao Mimi.........this is a question for employment opportunities! But.....let's see if I can help. ...
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| Networking | 1/18/2005 |
Q: can you please advise me on any graphic/sketch artist clubs or organizations where artists would ...
A: ...........wish I could help you out with specific names of organizations, but if you call your ...
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| Matting Leaves | 12/27/2004 |
Q: A few years ago I thought it would be neat if I could gather some leaves,(from various trees), as ...
A: ........not sure exactly what you should use perhaps shellac or a marine varnish. Best bet is to go ...
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| hard to be designer | 9/11/2004 |
Q: I want to pursue my dream, so I start my own design service, I enjoy doing design work, but connect ...
A: This isn't really in my field of expertise.......especially the psychological part. Anyway many ...
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| Fine Art as business | 9/3/2004 |
Q: ------------------------- Hi DJ, My name is Darcie and I am interested in becoming a famous ...
A: I did have a terrific time in Europe...and even found a few new artists for my gallery. Now to your ...
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| 19th century etching n. american | 8/27/2004 |
Q: i have had an etching by george w. bohde. in our family for @ least 75 years. it has been appaised ...
A: ..........not too familiar with him.....but if you use google search....there are references about ...
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| getting exhibited | 8/23/2004 |
Q: I am an artist working mainly with oils. I majored in art in college and would like to see about ...
A: Where to begin? If you mean by art career being an artist that makes a living from creating and ...
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| modern art | 8/22/2004 |
Q: i REALY want to know what is defernition of art? how is pile of bricks art/unmade bed art?is all art ...
A: I am traveling at the moment in Belgium, and don't have access to my files, but I wrote an article ...
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| Rafal Olbinski | 8/17/2004 |
Q: I'm not sure if you are the proper person to ask this question to, but I don't see a particular ...
A: ..would really like to help you with your search....but I don't know the artist, or his ...
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| Chagall Serigraph - Real or Fake? | 8/4/2004 |
Q: I am trying to authenticate and price a Chagall piece I have inherited that was created in 1926. It ...
A: Sounds like you inherited an interesting research project too. Should be challenging but hopefully ...
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| religous art | 7/13/2004 |
Q: i have a shield about three inches in length and about two inches wide. It appears to be cast, and ...
A: ........unfortunately this is outside my field of expertise. I would suggest checking the yellow ...
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| new artist seeking advice | 7/11/2004 |
Q: How would you market the following photo-art ? http://tinyurl.com/ru9p
A: Your creations are referred to as "digiart"........since I take it you do orginal photography and ...
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| Artust Identification | 6/30/2004 |
Q: My husband & I have aquired many prints & lithos by various artists, but have been unable to find ...
A: My only suggestion would be to use the artist name as the "keyword" for internet searches. If there ...
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| Artist Rep | 6/10/2004 |
Q: Where do I find a reputable Artist Rep in Las Vegas, NV? I don't even know where to begin. I am ...
A: I would check with local galleries in LV and see who they consider reputable. Then......check with ...
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| display and legal | 5/26/2004 |
Q: i appreciate you answering these two questions i got. 1. i'm about to have a show outside (like a ...
A: You can buy mesh type hanging systems at most art supply stores.........or go on line...check out ...
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| Pricing, marketing | 5/24/2004 |
Q: I have started doing murals for people in their home and want to continue doing so. Do you think it ...
A: Yes by all means contact as many potential vendors as possible.........also try a small classified ...
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| artist's agents | 5/10/2004 |
Q: I am interested in working as an artist's agent. Although I am also an artist, I would rather be an ...
A: .......to be a successful agent you need three things: 1. Great art 2. Good gallery contacts 3. ...
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| Art Definitions | 3/28/2004 |
Q: What is the difference between "Fine Art" and any other art form? Your article was interesting, but ...
A: My mistake........thought you asked what is fine art? Anyway.....in a fine art gallery, the usual ...
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| Art Reproduction - Prints | 3/25/2004 |
Q: Mr Murphy, thank you kindly for your prompt response. Could dyou tell me a little more about the ...
A: ........ I don't know the type of printer used to reproduce my art...but call any good printing ...
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| Art Reproduction - Prints | 3/24/2004 |
Q: Mr Murphy, I'm looking for an affordable way to reproduce my art; lithographs will not do because ...
A: Not knowing where you live it is difficult for me to recommend a printer.......but the advances in ...
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| Painting | 3/14/2004 |
Q: Murphy, Hello I am a beginning artist living in Pakistan. I am 37 years old an a mother to 3 ...
A: ........today is an opening reception for a show about "flowers" in my art gallery in New Jersey. ...
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| exhibiting | 2/17/2004 |
Q: I'm a freelance illustrator/artist living in New Zealand. Over the years I've had several ...
A: This is the age old question from artists wanting to exhibit commercially. There is no "secret ...
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| Art, sexual content, and Exhibitions | 1/4/2004 |
Q: I am a metal sculptor. Currently I have a piece in my mind that includes some type of explicit ...
A: Unfortunately your venue for the exhibition is a public space and is open to children. Therefore ...
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| marketing floorcloths | 12/16/2003 |
Q: I have been a floorcloth maker and artist for 15 years and have marketed them mostly through trade ...
A: Wow! Where to begin? Fine art galleries usually do take works in on consignment and the split is ...
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| money | 10/19/2003 |
Q: I'm Marcel and i am a artist from Holland. I have send my work to a gallery in New York, They where ...
A: Would a gallery that you want your work shown in.......charge you a fee for exhibiting your work? ...
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| Where to find art | 10/13/2003 |
Q: I'm just beginning to enjoy artwork and love abstract expressionism, specifically Rothko, Pollack, ...
A: You came to the right place. I own a gallery in High Bridge, NJ www.galleryonemain.com which has ...
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| Gallery Submission | 8/14/2003 |
Q: I am a photographer and am interested in submitting my photos to different galleries for an exhibit. ...
A: .....you ask the million dollar question. Here is the "free" answer. First you need to determine ...
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| public art | 6/8/2003 |
Q: I recently received my masters from usc in public art administration. what is your take on this ...
A: ...........first congratulations on receiving your masters degree. Unfortunately I do not know the ...
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| emerging artist | 5/26/2003 |
Q: I have just been invited to exhibit at two galleries in North America. I wonder, as it'll be my ...
A: Congratulations on your first exhibit. You asked a number of questions........which I will attempt ...
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| artist reps | 3/7/2003 |
Q: Is it a 'generally' accepted practice for an artist rep to expect a fee ($325) to represent an ...
A: Your gut reaction is right. I would seriously question any artist rep that wants an up front fee ...
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| is there any art out there? | 1/3/2003 |
Q: Greetings DJ I'm a sculptress interested in galleries who show real art...or any light in the ...
A: Well Niamh.........your website is terrific. I do like your work, but can see why you might be a ...
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| interview | 11/1/2002 |
Q: My name is Kaori, and I am interested about going to the art school and have a job as an artist. I ...
A: ........many questions! Here are brief answers to them...numerical order. 1. I own an art ...
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| Direction (please) | 4/27/2002 |
Q: After working in newspaper advertising and commercial art for four years I'm starting a new career ...
A: Not knowing where you live...or how many galleries there are in your area.....what you might want to ...
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| how can I get my friend started? | 3/24/2002 |
Q: I have a friend that has many art drawings that I feel should be in the market place. Could you ...
A: It depends where your artist friend resides.....in larger communities there obviously are more ...
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| Art Show | 1/10/2002 |
Q: My husband is a very talented artist as is about to embark on his first art show.He works in oils ...
A: ......[when "you" is used it is either you...or your husband the artist.] The answer depends on how ...
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| Direction | 9/26/2001 |
Q: What direction should I go in? Every few years I have received acclaim for my creativity, in many ...
A: ....great questions! Not to be crass....but an artist cannot promote their works too ...
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| Illustrating | 9/15/2001 |
Q: I would be very grateful if you could give me some advice please. I'm thinking of pursuing a career ...
A: Unfortunately...this is out of my area of expertise....except to say that I would contact schools or ...
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| Placing works in Museums | 7/29/2001 |
Q: I am working with an established artist(painter) who has never promoted himself. He was the founder ...
A: First congratulations on working with such an artist with such an outstanding career...and for ...
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| mosaic art | 7/2/2001 |
Q: I am impressed with the response comments from the others you have helped! My question to you is: ...
A: A simple answer.... you know you're ready when someone willingly buys your mosaic art. And yes ...
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| reproductions | 6/14/2001 |
Q: I don't know if you're the person to ask but I'm starting with you as I'm at a loss. I did a ...
A: Not knowing where you live.....here are two suggestions. First you can have the art work scanned at ...
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| agents/pr persons | 4/23/2001 |
Q: I am too diversified it seems for many galleries and need "desperately" an agent or represenatative. ...
A: ...and thanks for your inquiry. I don't have any contacts in San Antonio.....but am puzzled about ...
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| career in Graphic design | 3/17/2001 |
Q: I am about to graduate highschool and go to college. I love art, but I'm not sure if that is the ...
A: Sucora.... The choice of an art career depends more on whether you can make a living doing ...
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| starting in the arts business and need help. | 9/14/2000 |
Q: I`ve been working as an art dealer for almost two years now, but the economic situation in my ...
A: First check with your customs people and see if sending art work out of your country poses any ...
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| career in photography | 8/15/2000 |
Q: I have developed my interest in photography and I am interested in showing and selling my work. I do ...
A: Would like to give you three easy steps to success...but when it comes to fine art or photography ...
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| Art Marketing Career | 6/9/2000 |
Q: I just graduated - BA/Business Administration, major - marketing, electives all fine art. GPA ...
A: Gildea, Depending on where you want to live....I would suggest first you check out the art magazine ...
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