·S4 E8

Her tips on shipping art, other exhibition costs, and growing artist visibility - Artist interview with Leigh Witherell

March 7

31 mins

Episode Description

Summary

In this conversation, Tamara Hergert and Leigh Witherell discuss Leigh's journey in the art world, focusing on her recent achievements and the challenges of shipping art. They delve into the intricacies of shipping art, especially internationally, and the evolving dynamics between artists and galleries regarding shipping costs.

Connect with Leigh:

See Leigh's website: www.leighs.art

Follow Leigh on instagram: www.instagram.com/leighsartfl

Mentions:

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Art Facts: https://artfacts.net/

Visual Artists Association: https://visual-artists.org/

The Art Ladder: https://www.theartladder.com/

Contemporary Art Issue (CIA): https://www.contemporaryartissue.com/

Musa Gallery: https://www.musaartspace.it/

Agora Gallery

Lake Granbury Art Association

Key Takeaways:

Shipping costs are a significant barrier for artists, especially for international shows, due to tariffs and customs paperwork.

The trend is shifting towards artists bearing more of the shipping costs as galleries face economic pressures.

Using shipping services can simplify the customs process and save time and effort, despite the upfront cost.

Artists should carefully select shows to participate in, considering the potential shipping costs and the fit of the show with their work.

Staying local can reduce shipping costs, but may not always be feasible depending on the artist's niche and audience.

Chapters:
00:05 Introduction and Background. Introduction of Leigh Witherell and her art journey.

03:08 Recent Achievements. Leigh discusses her move and recent exhibitions.

07:46 Artistic Inspiration. Insights into the inspiration behind Leigh's art.

12:33 Shipping Challenges. Discussion on the logistics and costs of shipping art.

25:16 Photography Importance. The role of professional photography in art presentation.

28:16 Audience Connection. The importance of storytelling in engaging art viewers.

I hope you like this episode and it helps you on your creative path!

Tamara Hergert

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