Moving large-scale art pieces is no small feat. These magnificent works require special handling, meticulous planning, and expert execution. Whether you are an artist, gallery owner, or art dealer, understanding the intricacies of transporting sizable artworks is essential. This article delves into the unique challenges and considerations of moving large-scale art pieces, offering insights and best practices to ensure a…
As an artist of any kind, protecting your work is crucial to maintaining the integrity of your creative endeavors, preserving control of your work, and ensuring that only you and those you authorize generate revenues from your work. At the heart of this protection is copyright law. Copyright law provides creators with the rights necessary to control how their work…
Cecilia Anastos is a self-taught, Italian-American painter. Ms. Anastos is a Board Member at the San Diego Museum of Art Artist Guild, and she participates in national and international exhibitions. Get to know the Cecilia below! ABN: Introduce yourself — who you are and what your vision as an artist is. Cecelia: My name is Cecilia Anastos. I work with…
Located in the Sterling Hardware Building in the Gaslamp Quarter District of downtown San Diego, Sparks Gallery is a contemporary art gallery and serves as a premier mid-sized event venue for both public and private gatherings. Founded in 2013, Sparks Gallery exhibits and sells original Contemporary Artwork primarily by Southern California artists who innovate and provide excellent craftsmanship in a…
On May 15, 2024, the art industry lost a highly-collected artist, Dragan Sekaric Shex after being diagnosed with an aggressive form of cancer. “Dragan gave us so much of himself in his art” Says Dragan’s wife, Gordana Yovanovich. His contact with viewers guided him and he saw art as communication, shared experience, and desire for balance, in his original and…
Relocating can be an exciting yet challenging endeavor. As you navigate this transition, one of your main goals is to reestablish your art gallery’s presence in the new location. That means reconnecting with your existing audience and attracting new visitors who might be unfamiliar with your gallery. By strategically addressing these aspects, you can ensure that your gallery continues to…
Award-winning mixed media artist exploring feminism and femininity Linda Mariano, Editor in Chief North Carolina mixed media artist Alissa Van Atta finds emotion in paint, texture, composition, and color. She explains: “Art courses through me, shaping my identity and guiding my journey. Starting out as an abstract painter, I spent a great deal of time learning about texture, color and…
