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SFAN Portfolio Reviews
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Monday, February 22nd & Tuesday, February 23rd
REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
Next SFAN Portfolio Reviews planned for March 2021
To be added to the advanced notification email list, please email a request with your name and email address to
Stephen5W@sbcglobal.net
REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
Next SFAN Portfolio Reviews planned for March 2021
To be added to the advanced notification email list, please email a request with your name and email address to
Stephen5W@sbcglobal.net
Receive an in-depth review and critique of your artwork and website presentation from three gallerists.
Receive reactions and suggestions on the direction of your artwork,
feedback on your artist portfolio website, and learn of potential exhibition opportunities.
Portfolio Reviews provide artists with a high level of professional criticism of artists' work and it’s presentation.
The Reviewers can help lead artists in the right direction in terms of career advancement and development,
and help guide artists in marketing their artwork to the appropriate target markets.
Each artist will receive three sequential 15-minute one-on-one portfolio reviews with gallery professionals.
Reviewers will be on-line from 6:00PM to 9:15PM PT. Each artist must register on-line in advance
for a 45 minute time-slot for the three 15-minute sessions.
(Pacific Time)
SECTION 1: 6:00PM to 6:45PM PT
SECTION 2: 6:45PM to 7:15PM PT
BREAK: 7:30PM to 7:45PM PT
SECTION 3: 7:45PM to 8:30PM PT
SECTION 4: 8:30PM to 9:15PM PT
- includes "SFAN Portfolio Review Preparation Workshop" on-line via Zoom
on Monday, February 8th
6-8PM PT / 7-9PM MT / 8-10PM CT / 9-11PM ET
Gallerist Reviewers:
Monday, February 22nd
Philip Bewley with DZINE Gallery, San Francisco, CA
Alex Farkas with UGallery.com, San Francisco, CA
Greg Flood with Brian Gross Fine Art Gallery, San Francisco, CA
Tuesday, February 23rd
Autumn Bailey with Slate Art Gallery, Oakland, CA
Micah LeBrun with 111 Minna Gallery, San Francisco, CA
Ashley Voss with Voss Gallery, San Francisco, CA
$125 fee per artist paid in advance with on-line registration,
with a total of 24 artists able to participate
REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
- Portfolio Review fee is non-refundable -
Artists will email SFAN with a link to their artist website by February 12th for feedback or recommendations
from SFAN prior to meeting with reviewers.
Receive reactions and suggestions on the direction of your artwork,
feedback on your artist portfolio website, and learn of potential exhibition opportunities.
Portfolio Reviews provide artists with a high level of professional criticism of artists' work and it’s presentation.
The Reviewers can help lead artists in the right direction in terms of career advancement and development,
and help guide artists in marketing their artwork to the appropriate target markets.
Each artist will receive three sequential 15-minute one-on-one portfolio reviews with gallery professionals.
Reviewers will be on-line from 6:00PM to 9:15PM PT. Each artist must register on-line in advance
for a 45 minute time-slot for the three 15-minute sessions.
(Pacific Time)
SECTION 1: 6:00PM to 6:45PM PT
SECTION 2: 6:45PM to 7:15PM PT
BREAK: 7:30PM to 7:45PM PT
SECTION 3: 7:45PM to 8:30PM PT
SECTION 4: 8:30PM to 9:15PM PT
- includes "SFAN Portfolio Review Preparation Workshop" on-line via Zoom
on Monday, February 8th
6-8PM PT / 7-9PM MT / 8-10PM CT / 9-11PM ET
Gallerist Reviewers:
Monday, February 22nd
Philip Bewley with DZINE Gallery, San Francisco, CA
Alex Farkas with UGallery.com, San Francisco, CA
Greg Flood with Brian Gross Fine Art Gallery, San Francisco, CA
Tuesday, February 23rd
Autumn Bailey with Slate Art Gallery, Oakland, CA
Micah LeBrun with 111 Minna Gallery, San Francisco, CA
Ashley Voss with Voss Gallery, San Francisco, CA
$125 fee per artist paid in advance with on-line registration,
with a total of 24 artists able to participate
REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
- Portfolio Review fee is non-refundable -
Artists will email SFAN with a link to their artist website by February 12th for feedback or recommendations
from SFAN prior to meeting with reviewers.
If an artist is serious about their art and desires to take their art career to the next level,
they should participate in professional Portfolio Reviews.
This program is an excellent opportunity for an artist to learn and can help their art career immensely.
GALLERIST REVIEWERS FOR FEBRUARY 2021:
The Reviewers are professionals with many years experience in the art business, possess a wealth of
art industry knowledge, and have expertise which can help accelerate an artist’s advancement in their art career.
Each Reviewer has industry-wide contacts, along with an insider’s point-of-view.
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Philip Bewley with DZINE Gallery, San Francisco, CA
Philip Bewley is a Curator and Fine Art Advisor with over twenty-five years of experience in the curation of fine art and in the production of exhibitions. Phlip is currently DZINE Gallery’s Director and Curator, producing exhibitions featuring Bay Area artists. He also moderates the "Artists in Conversation" events at DZINE Gallery. Philip was previously the Gallery Director for Therien & Co, Inc.; Curator for the Oliver Hawke Gallery; and the Curator for the loan exhibit at the San Francisco Fall Show. He has been a guest editor for “The Style Saloniste.” As a Fine Art Advisor he has placed significant works of art from international galleries with private collectors. Philip has volunteered for arts organizations including participating as a juror and as a panelist for ArtSpan; as a guest lecturer on the history of the decorative and fine arts; and artist portfolio reviews at the Harvey Milk Photo Center. https://www.dzinegallery.com |
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Alex Farkas with UGallery, San Francisco, CA
Alex brings a unique and slightly off-center aesthetic to the gallery. His love of art traces back to his hometown Jerome, a tiny arts community in northern Arizona. Alex grew up creating sculpture in his uncle's woodworking studio and learning about the art business in his mother's gallery. In college, he trained his eye by travelling the world to experience first-hand the art he studied. Alex is passionate about working with artists to navigate the gallery world and connect with patrons. He holds degrees in Art History and Entrepreneurship from the University of Arizona, and currently lives in San Francisco. www.ugallery.com |
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Greg Flood with Brian Gross Fine Art Gallery, San Francisco, CA
Greg Flood is Assistant Director at Brian Gross Fine Art, where he has worked since 2015. Prior to joining the gallery, he worked as a curatorial intern from 2005-2008 at The di Rosa Center for Contemporary Art in Napa, and later established himself as a writer and critic of the Bay Area arts scene for Examiner.com. A Bay Area native, Greg holds degrees in Fine Art and Art History from Sonoma State University. He maintains an active art studio in his home, and continues to write and occasionally curate exhibitions in the Bay Area. https://www.briangrossfineart.com |
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Autumn Bailey with SLATE Art Gallery, Oakland, CA
Autumn Bailey is an art consultant and exhibitions curator at SLATE Art Gallery in Oakland. She joined SLATE after a career as Art Director for a commercial art publisher. Having worked directly with artists on collection development, being an art consultant for private and commercial clients, and being a juror for art competitions since 2014, Autumn brings with her a solid understanding of both the theory and business of Art. After graduating from Pratt Institute with a double major, she worked in fine art galleries offering art advisory and consulting services in New York, San Francisco, Philadelphia and now Oakland, CA. With a true love for artists, Autumn is excited to use her experience to help artists develop and forward their careers. https://slateart.net |
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Micah LeBrun with 111 Minna Gallery, San Francisco, CA
Micah LeBrun curates exhibitions for 111 Minna Gallery, a nationally recognized art institution that has garnered international acclaim. As the Art Director since 2010, he continues to champion the work of emerging and mid-level career artists with a focus on technical ability and originality. Additionally, LeBrun is the sole curator for the Marin Community Foundation where he orchestrates quarterly exhibitions in their historical 25,000-square-foot air plane hangar in Novato, CA. LeBrun gained curatorial experience as the frame designer for Weinstein Gallery, a leading Union Square art house where he worked directly with original masters works such as Picasso, Chagall, Miro and Dali. https://111minnagallery.com |
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Ashley L. Voss with Voss Gallery, San Francisco
Ashley L. Voss is the owner of Voss Gallery, featuring a dynamic exhibition program of work by emerging and mid-career artists in both solo and thematically organized group shows with an emphasis in New Contemporary, Street Art, Outsider Art, Lowbrow, and Pop Surrealism. Voss Gallery prides itself for it’s unique commitment to fostering community and establishing relationships with local artists and young collectors. Ashley a member of the ArtSpan Outreach Committee, and has served as the curatorial and communications manager at PARSE NOLA, an art space and curatorial residency that serves as a platform for critical dialog about contemporary art. Her writing has been featured in “Pelican Bomb” and “Art Practical. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Arts Management degree with an emphasis in Art History from the University of Wisconsin–Stevens Point. https://vossgallery.art |
Note that sometimes a gallerist may have to cancel their participation at short notice due to unforseen circumstances such as a family emergency or health reasons. A replacement gallerist will fill in their place and artists will be notified if a change will have to be made.
QUOTES & COMMENTS BY PARTICIPATING ARTISTS:
“The entire experience, from the initial announcement and registration to the event last night, was flawless. I walked away with a list of solid suggestions.....very smart ones!” - Suan Aulik
“Each gallerist was very helpful and encouraging about my artwork and I really appreciate the time they took to meet with me.” – Carla Gelbaum
“There is no downside to a portfolio review. One gets to sit down with the owner of a respected gallery: priceless. And it was well organized and run, thanks to your efficient self.” - Beverly Mills
“Wow, what a great experience! Thank you, Stephen, for providing such a valuable opportunity. The logistics were impressive, too. I definitely will sign up the next time you organize portfolio reviews.” - Roxanna Walker
“This was a wonderful event and worth attending. I found the information gained by all three professionals very informative and useful for moving forward with my art career.” - Shilo Ratner
“My overall experience was definitely very positive. I left the evening with a very well rounded idea of where my work is, where it could go and who should be selling it. Overall I would not have changed a thing. The input I received was very on point, informative and thoughtful. I had a great time.” - Mikey Kelly
“It was a worthwhile experience and I benefited largely for just sitting down and comfortably speaking with each of them about my work. Knowing I am capable of doing that is reward in itself.” - Dianne Hoffman
“Thank you so much for the great experience. I learn a lot and I’m not as afraid to approach them as before. They were very nice and helpful. Each gave a different advice and options depending on what they think I needed. I would definitely do it again and recommend it.” - Taryn Curiel
“What I especially appreciate was the opportunity to talk with three quite different gallerists with their individual points of view. Talking with three people gave a broader perspective as well as different specifics. I did receive specific suggestions I have already taken action on. I also received more long-term, strategic recommendations that I have continued to think about and plan for.” – Kathleen Eliot
"All feedback was a gift to me. All gallerists were generous in their offerings. All seemed focused on the task at hand - I am blown away by just the experience of sitting in their presence and on top of it, having my art be the focus. Unbelievable!!" - Joyce Savre
“Thank you for this wonderful opportunity. You provide a very valuable resource for artists in this community. The evening was remarkable. It was extremely well organized, and moved at a perfect pace. I have no criticism or complaints, very well done.” - Louise Victor
"All I can say, is FABULOUS! What a great opportunity." - Janey Fritsche
“Each gallerist was very helpful and encouraging about my artwork and I really appreciate the time they took to meet with me.” – Carla Gelbaum
“There is no downside to a portfolio review. One gets to sit down with the owner of a respected gallery: priceless. And it was well organized and run, thanks to your efficient self.” - Beverly Mills
“Wow, what a great experience! Thank you, Stephen, for providing such a valuable opportunity. The logistics were impressive, too. I definitely will sign up the next time you organize portfolio reviews.” - Roxanna Walker
“This was a wonderful event and worth attending. I found the information gained by all three professionals very informative and useful for moving forward with my art career.” - Shilo Ratner
“My overall experience was definitely very positive. I left the evening with a very well rounded idea of where my work is, where it could go and who should be selling it. Overall I would not have changed a thing. The input I received was very on point, informative and thoughtful. I had a great time.” - Mikey Kelly
“It was a worthwhile experience and I benefited largely for just sitting down and comfortably speaking with each of them about my work. Knowing I am capable of doing that is reward in itself.” - Dianne Hoffman
“Thank you so much for the great experience. I learn a lot and I’m not as afraid to approach them as before. They were very nice and helpful. Each gave a different advice and options depending on what they think I needed. I would definitely do it again and recommend it.” - Taryn Curiel
“What I especially appreciate was the opportunity to talk with three quite different gallerists with their individual points of view. Talking with three people gave a broader perspective as well as different specifics. I did receive specific suggestions I have already taken action on. I also received more long-term, strategic recommendations that I have continued to think about and plan for.” – Kathleen Eliot
"All feedback was a gift to me. All gallerists were generous in their offerings. All seemed focused on the task at hand - I am blown away by just the experience of sitting in their presence and on top of it, having my art be the focus. Unbelievable!!" - Joyce Savre
“Thank you for this wonderful opportunity. You provide a very valuable resource for artists in this community. The evening was remarkable. It was extremely well organized, and moved at a perfect pace. I have no criticism or complaints, very well done.” - Louise Victor
"All I can say, is FABULOUS! What a great opportunity." - Janey Fritsche
