One of the burning questions, for a large number of artists, is, Are galleries worth their 50% cut?

One way to look at this is a simple check list of what the gallery is going to do for you, in an ideal relationship:

• Pay for the space to show your work, and all the attending overhead costs:

              –Rent for a good location 

              –Heat/light/insurance/decor/administrative costs/staff

              –Advertising

              –Exhibition costs: display, brochures, ads, opening night expenses, etc.

• Create lasting relationships with buyers and collectors for your work

And yes, you could…

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