Making money is art and working is art and good business is the best art.
Andy Warhol
Why?
Most gallery sales happen by consignment—you are not paid in advance for the work, but when the work sells, the seller retains a portion of the sale, and returns to you the rest. As such, it is important to understand the nuances of consignment agreements and what to watch out for.
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Consignments, Art/Work
This chapter covers the nitty-gritty of consignments—from sales, to discounts, to framing/shipping costs, insurance, and more.
Response Questions
Select one question below to which you will respond. Remember to cite specific instances from the text to support your views.
- What most surprised you in this reading set and why?
- If you don’t plan to sell your work on consignment, what might still apply to your practice from this reading set?