Art and the RecessionIf you have been following my blog you will know that I have been working on a group of abstract paintings for a local gallery who were going to exhibit them in March/April this year. I have enjoyed the process of doing them but unfortunately the gallery has been badly affected by the recession and they have decided it's not worth the risk of staying open. The same week it was on the news that one of the major galleries here in Atlanta has also decided to close after twenty years or more in the business. I'm sure there will be more to follow. Tough times.
We hear a lot about the difficulties affecting other industries but no one ever mentions artists and how hard it is for them. I think it stems back to the idea that it's not a proper or real job however, for many artists it's their sole source of income and the coming year will be challenging.
Last year I made the decision to take part in some local Art Fairs this summer. The applications for many shows have to be in months in advance. Well, what a bad time to start! My optimistic husband made the comment that "Oh well by the time the economy comes back you should know what you are doing". The first one is the Alpharetta Streetfest on April 18 and 19.
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You know I'm a fan of your abstracts Susanne. The colors you use are so bright and cheerful.
The economy is taking its toll everywhere. I hope you do very well at your upcoming events.
Thanks Kathleen for your kind words and support.
Love this abstract!Take some small affordable pieces to the shows.You may be surprised. People need a small indulgence in these stressful times. I found that the gallery clientele are different and usually big moneyed people who bought on expense accounts and looking for a tax deduction. Such expenditures are probably frowned on now!
Go and prosper!
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