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By David Gibson
I organize exhibitions and represent contemporary artists.  

I write catalog essays, press releases, content for web sites, residency and grant applications, and advise on how to organize and publish catalogs and websites. 

 I do online promotion via private mailing lists, blogging, and then follow up via direct contact. I prefer not to make direct calls or visit galleries to promote an artist about whom I have not written. 

 I tour artists, art interested individuals, collectors, and arts professionals from out of town around areas of the city where galleries, museums, art fairs, and open studio events are located.   

 I am at your service to aid you through the process of familiarizing yourself with the difficult and imperceptible aspects of the professional art world, how an artist or art-friendly individual can find their way in it. I am happy to go beyond merely providing information, and will be a guide and adviser for as long as needed. 

Please email or call me (347-265-9858) with questions



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