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E17 Art House

E17 Art House

Walthamstow, East London, London, E17 4PG

All of our E17 Art House staff are experienced picture framers and framing consultants, and uniquely also come from fine-art and design backgrounds, benefiting the customer with their creative knowledge and expertise in framing. Bespoke framing work is undertaken on-site in our E17 workshop, using acid-free, Conservation materials. We offer a wide variety of frame mouldings and different wood finishes. less

Catalyst Arts Gallery

Catalyst Arts Gallery

Belfast, County Antrim, Northern Ireland, BT1 6BS

Catalyst Arts was formed in 1993 in response to what was seen as a cultural vacuum. It is Belfast's primary artist-led organisation. In accordance with its constitution it is run by unpaid volunteers, and seeks to adopt a poly-vocal strategy towards the promotion of contemporary art practices by large selection of artists and projects from the widest possible range of disciplines. less

Art & Frames Wetherby

Art & Frames Wetherby

Wetherby, West Yorkshire, Yorkshire and the Humber, LS22 6LP

Art & Frames Wetherby is a bespoke picture framing workshop and art gallery owned and run by Phil Logan. Conveniently placed on Church Street in the heart of Wetherby, West Yorkshire. Whether it's an oil painting, photograph or tapestry, I offer a quality framing service with a personal touch. You can choose from a wide selection of frames and mounts that will enhance and protect your work of art or your treasured possession. less

R Leonard Hollands

R Leonard Hollands

Bridport, Dorset, South West England, DT6 5QF

Born in 1942 Leonard Hollands studied art initially at the Heston and Isleworth Evening Institute whilst also an architectural trainee, and then, on a one to one basis, under Bertram Armitage, son of Alfred Armitage, minor artist of the Newlyn School. Pursuing a career in architecture and surveying, and from 1971 when he was ordained, also in the Church, his painting had to be part time, although always a consuming passion, but in 2003 he began to paint full time. less

The Arts Catalyst

The Arts Catalyst

London Bridge, South East London, London, SE1 0HX

The Arts Catalyst is one of the UK's most distinctive arts organisations, distinguished by ambitious art commissions and its unique take on art-science practice. Our primary focus is commissioning new artists' projects, presented in a range of museums, art galleries and other public spaces in the UK and internationally. less

Graham Burrows

Graham Burrows

Linlithgow, West Lothian, Scotland, EH49 7JD

Based in my home studio in Linlithgow, I am inspired by the natural environment spending much of my time exploring the outdoors on foot. My appreciation and love of the outdoors and nature have given me much of my inspiration and are reflected in many of my paintings. I hope that my paintings reflect the variety and drama of the Scottish landscape. I have recently completed commissions of Hopetoun House and Bass Rock which are now a part of private collections. less

Generator Projects

Generator Projects

Dundee, Scotland, Scotland, DD1 4JG

Generator is a Dundee-based organisation established in 1996. Alongside the primary aim of being collectively held by those who wish to engage and support the continuation of the organisation, Generator hosts a project and exhibition space better known as Generator Projects. This space was established to allow creative practitioners, developing experimental, critical and/or contemporarily relevant work, the opportunity to exhibit. less

Bushey Museum & Art Gallery

Bushey Museum & Art Gallery

Bushey, Hertfordshire, East England, WD23 3HW

The Museum tells the story of Bushey and its unique artistic history. It has a large collection of works and articles relating to Sir Hubert von Herkomer RA and his world-renowned Art School. Also on show is the Lucy Kemp-Welch Memorial Trust Collection, including many of Lucy's superb paintings of horses. less

G511ery

G511ery

Stamford Hill, North London, London, N15 6EP

After being sacked for sarcasm from his first job in design he embarked upon a slightly interrupted career as a freelance artist and designer, which encouraged an eclectic mix of projects including Hollywood titles for the movie Gladiator, bronze casting and snow sculpting, theatre, song and book writing, publishing, gallery curating, academic lecturing and research. Much of his personal work involves binge printing in letterpress and the screen-print process. less

The Steel Rooms

The Steel Rooms

Brigg, Lincolnshire, East Midlands, DN20 8EQ

Coffee shop, gift shop, picture framing service, creative workshops and art gallery in the market town of Brigg, North Lincolnshire. Our Cafe offers a range of meals and snacks with the option to have most meals as smaller portions for children or those after a lighter bite. less

Hutton Fine Arts

Hutton Fine Arts

Glasgow, Scotland, Scotland, G32 8LP

Hutton Fine Art is a family run business situated in the East End of Glasgow. Established in 1990, we have a proven record of customer satisfaction. We provide a comprehensive framing service to public and corporate customers offering high quality materials at unbeatable prices. less

Bell Fine Art

Bell Fine Art

Winchester, Hampshire, South East England, SO23 8AT

Established in 1977 and in the current premises for 20 years Bell Fine Art displays a large selection of original contemporary and antique paintings together with etchings, limited and open edition prints, and local views of Winchester. Housed over two floors the gallery is the ideal place to look for that unusual or original gift for a wedding or a birthday. Displays are constantly changing with special features on particular artists. less

Hop Gallery

Hop Gallery

Lewes, East Sussex, South East England, BN7 2DG

Hop Gallery is a delightful, light and calming visual arts exhibition space; situated in the 18th century Star Brewery building with its ancient brickwork, massive beams and echoes of a fascinating industrial past, nestled in the shadows of the Norman Castle in the heart of the historic County town of Lewes. less

Cupola Gallery

Cupola Gallery

Sheffield, South Yorkshire, Yorkshire and the Humber, S6 1TD

Cupola Gallery offers a wide range of artworks including painting, printmaking, ceramics, jewellery, sculpture, glass, textiles and photography. Sunday* CLOSED except for special events and workshops. Venue: Hillsborough Bowling Green Pavilion, Hillsborough Park. Cupola is looking to put on a 2 day Arts and Music Festival in Hillsborough park next year in July 2016. We are looking for feedback from the Hillsborough Community. less

Gabriel Fine Art

Gabriel Fine Art

London Bridge, South East London, London, SE1 7LG

An exciting addition to the south bank, Gabriel Fine Art is an oasis of peace just a few steps away from St. Thomas' Hospital. Situated in the Victorian Old Paradise Yard, an area frequented by William Blake, the gallery hosts art events, and displays collectable artworks all year round. The surrounding buildings were formerly a Buddhist Centre, which has been transformed into a brand new creative hub to bring together creative entrepreneurs, artists, designers, photographers and film makers. less

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Are you looking for a reputable art gallery to represent you as an artist and sell your art? In fact, many artists will tell you that looking and shopping for an art gallery is a rather overwhelming and even intimidating process. However, finding the best art gallery for your art is very important, actually essential for your career as an artist and your future. Unless there is an art gallery knocking on your door, you will be the one who has to knock on the doors of the art gallery. Beforehand, you have to find the right art gallery, of course. So the process of becoming a profitable or popular artist takes not just a lot of talent, but also a lot of hard work. Learn how to market yourself to the best art gallery and how to find the best art gallery to represent your art and you as an artist in this article.

We help you prepare shopping for art gallery thanks to this useful checklist you can follow:

First things first, you need to be honest to yourself and consider all aspects of your present and future as an artist and as someone looking for a career in art. So before you rush out looking for and shopping for an art gallery, make sure to ask yourself some of the following questions:

• Is my art technically good?

• Is my art good enough to be represented and sold at an art gallery?

• Do I have a recognizable and distinctive style?

• Am I ready to sell my art at an art gallery?

• Do I have a cohesive body of art ready to display at an art gallery?

• Is my art sellable?

• Have I had success selling my art at other occasions, events, and venues that are not art gallery?

• Do I have the time and energy to supply the demand for an art gallery?

• Do I have a blog or a website that showcases and promotes my art as a portfolio?

• Do I have a professional-looking portfolio to offer to an art gallery?

If the answer of all or the majority of these questions is “yes”, then you can continue looking for and contacting art gallery. If you answer to most or all of these questions with a “no”, take your time to think of the required changes, work on yourself as an artist, and consider these aspects above before you look for an art gallery to sell your art. Make sure you are approaching art gallery once you are absolutely ready to do so and don’t put yourself in a vulnerable position. Otherwise, it will help neither your self-esteem nor your ego as an artist.

Now, once you are ready to find an art gallery and contact them, you are probably wondering where to start from. It is important to take enough of your time ahead and have a good idea of the art gallery where you want your art to be displayed and what is the right art gallery to house your art and represent it the best way. Finding an art gallery in your surrounding area can be easily done both online and offline. You can always ask fellow artists or just people you know if they can recommend you or suggest art gallery you can check out and visit. If you are not sure about the reputation of the art gallery or you just want to learn more, you can always contact fellow artists represented by this art gallery and ask for their opinion, etc. A good way to look for an art gallery is by checking online. The majority of the reputable and popular art gallery in your area will, for sure, have a website you can check. Online directory for art gallery such as this one can also be a helpful source of information and contact details.

• Talk to other artists you know and ask them for recommendations and suggestions of an art gallery for you.

• Check out places both online and offline that have ads of an art gallery and the artists they represent

• There is a wide variety of websites of an art gallery. Make sure to check them and look the general image and brand every art gallery is representing itself through. Make sure these particular galleries are a good fit for your art and for you as an artist. In a nutshell, you want to research the type of art the art gallery are focusing on or specialising in and further approach only the art gallery displaying your type or style of art.

• Next, once you narrow down your options, you would like to visit this art gallery personally. Walk-in and feel the atmosphere and if it matches your style as an artist, how the art pieces are hanged or displayed, how the lighting works.

• Then try and visualize your art displayed there. Does it work in your imagination? Does it compare to the rest of the artists and their works represented at this art gallery?

• If a price sheet is not available, ask for it and see if the prices are within your price range.

• Don’t forget to pay close attention to how the staff of this art gallery treats you and are they professional enough, do you feel comfortable discussing your art with them.

It is important to know that reputable and popular art gallery get contacted by a big number of artists on a daily basis. Therefore, you want to stand out and show that you are a suitable artist for them. It is a good way to check ahead of the ‘artist submission policy’ then follow the guidelines. This will make a very good first impression of you since most galleries, especially the more high-end ones, have a very specific submission policy they want you to follow.

Make sure to follow this checklist before and you will feel ready to approach and contact every art gallery near you.

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