The Role of the Curator and Recent Shifts in Curatorial Practice presented by Cheryl Hartup
This was quite fascinating as Cheryl gave a historical analysis of the rise of the curator, when this term was first used, what it meant for the art world and how this role is conceived today. It was very interesting and informative.
Arts Marketing Strategies to Get Exposre For Your Work presented by Marta Mabel
Marta works in the Artist Assistance Program at the Museo de Arte de Puerto Rico. She is also an artist herself and this museum and program is dedicated to the development of Puerto Rican artists. It's quite amazing what this program is doing and how it has nurtured the artists and reshaped the art landscape in Puerto Rico. It was a very detailed workshop that addressed issues like how to inventory your artwork, the importance of being organized, how to get gallery representation and exhibits in museums. She provided sample of artist statements, bios, portfolios and solicitation packages for museum shows. It was great! And very needed as it was encouraging and supportive with the right "kick in the butt" attitude, like "get it together people!". Not that she said those things, but she did give a very matter of fact reality check that this is your career, your artwork, you need to value it, support it. No one else will if you don't first.
Personally it was perfect timing for me!
Special thanks to Priscilla Hintz for organizing this event!
