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SFAN Portfolio Reviews
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Tuesday, October 22nd, 2024 &
Wednesday, October 23rd, 2024
REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
Wednesday, October 23rd, 2024
REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
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.
The reviewers will view each artist website, which should include artwork images, resume, bio and artist statement.
No video artists or jewelry artists.
Each artist will receive three sequential 15-minute one-on-one portfolio reviews with gallery professionals.
Each artist must register on-line in advance for a 45 minute time-slot for the three 15-minute sessions.
- includes "SFAN Portfolio Review Preparation Workshop" on-line via Zoom
on Tuesday, October 8th
5-7PM PT / 6-8PM MT / 7-9PM CT / 8-10PM ET
REQUIRED ATTENDANCE FOR 1ST TIME PARTICIPANTS - INCLUDED IN REGISTRATION FEE
Gallerist Reviewers:
Tuesday, October 22nd at 4PM PT / 6PM CT
Section 1: 4-4:45PM PT / 6-6:45PM CT
Section 2: 4:45-5:30PM PT / 6:45-7:30PM CT
Section 3: 5:45-6:30PM PT / 7:45-830PM CT
Dan Addington, Addington Gallery, Chicago, IL
Victor Armendariz, Gallery Victor, Chicago, IL
Susan Blackman, Art Advisory, LTD., Chicago, IL
Wednesday, October 23rd starting at 6PM PT / 8PM CT
Section 1: 6-6:45PM PT / 8-8:45PM CT
Section 2: 6:45-7:30PM PT / 8:45-9:30PM CT
Section 3: 7:45-830PM PT / 9:45-10:30PM CT
Shelley Barry, Slate Contemporary Gallery, Oakland, CA
Phillip Beweley, Phillip Beweley Art Advisory, San Francisoo, CA
Sally Cote, Ruby Living Design, San Francisco, CA
$165 fee per artist paid in advance with on-line registration,
with a total of 9 artists able to participate each evening
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 October 13th 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.
The reviewers will view each artist website, which should include artwork images, resume, bio and artist statement.
No video artists or jewelry artists.
Each artist will receive three sequential 15-minute one-on-one portfolio reviews with gallery professionals.
Each artist must register on-line in advance for a 45 minute time-slot for the three 15-minute sessions.
- includes "SFAN Portfolio Review Preparation Workshop" on-line via Zoom
on Tuesday, October 8th
5-7PM PT / 6-8PM MT / 7-9PM CT / 8-10PM ET
REQUIRED ATTENDANCE FOR 1ST TIME PARTICIPANTS - INCLUDED IN REGISTRATION FEE
Gallerist Reviewers:
Tuesday, October 22nd at 4PM PT / 6PM CT
Section 1: 4-4:45PM PT / 6-6:45PM CT
Section 2: 4:45-5:30PM PT / 6:45-7:30PM CT
Section 3: 5:45-6:30PM PT / 7:45-830PM CT
Dan Addington, Addington Gallery, Chicago, IL
Victor Armendariz, Gallery Victor, Chicago, IL
Susan Blackman, Art Advisory, LTD., Chicago, IL
Wednesday, October 23rd starting at 6PM PT / 8PM CT
Section 1: 6-6:45PM PT / 8-8:45PM CT
Section 2: 6:45-7:30PM PT / 8:45-9:30PM CT
Section 3: 7:45-830PM PT / 9:45-10:30PM CT
Shelley Barry, Slate Contemporary Gallery, Oakland, CA
Phillip Beweley, Phillip Beweley Art Advisory, San Francisoo, CA
Sally Cote, Ruby Living Design, San Francisco, CA
$165 fee per artist paid in advance with on-line registration,
with a total of 9 artists able to participate each evening
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 October 13th 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 OCTOBER 2024:
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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Dan Addington, Addington Gallery, Chicago, IL
Dan Addington is owner of Addington Gallery, established in 2007 and located in Chicago’s River North Gallery District. He often serves as a lecturer, workshop instructor, and visiting artist at colleges, universities, art centers and museums, and has juried exhibitions throughout the country. As both artist and curator, Addington has been a pioneer in the reemergence of contemporary encaustic painting, having organized some of the first exhibitions in the Midwest exploring encaustic painting in the United States. http://danaddington.com/addingtongallery/ |
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Victor Armendariz, Gallery Victor, Chicago, IL
Victor Armendariz is the owner and director of Gallery Victor founded in 2017 and brings almost 30 years of experience creating relationships with artists, collectors and institutions. Victor builds on a reputation for promoting thought-provoking, museum quality paintings, sculpture, photography and studio furniture. The gallery exhibits compelling contemporary art in a variety of media by both established and emerging artists. Gallery VICTOR maintains an international roster of clients and artists. In addition to participating in Art Fairs in Chicago, New York, and California, the gallery is featured prominently to an international audience on 1stDibs and Artsy. https://www.galleryvictor.com |
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Shelley Barry, Slate Contemporary Gallery, Oakland, CA
Shelley Barry is a Principal Partner of Slate Art LLC in Oakland, CA, which operates SLATE Contemporary Gallery and SLATE Art Consulting. In her current role, she focuses primarily on curating bespoke art programs for living and working environments, partnering closely with key decision makers, design, and architecture teams. Current notable projects include developing an art program for a new construction project at a major university with an art budget of $980,000, and she is also currently working on developing local art programs for an international hi- tech client’s data centers that are located all around the country. Shelley has over twenty years of experience in the art world, thirteen of which she owned and operated the art consulting firm, Artful Solutions. https://slatecontemporary.com |
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Phillip Beweley, Phillip Bewley Art Advisory, San Francisco, CA
Philip Bewley is a Curator and Art Advisor with over twenty-five years of experience in the curation of fine art and in the production of exhibitions. Philip was previously DZINE Gallery’s Director and Curator, producing exhibitions featuring Bay Area artists. 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. His design for the San Francisco Decorators Showcase was featured in Architectural Digest and other publications. As a Fine Art Advisor, he has placed significant works of art from international galleries with private collectors. www.philipbewleydesign.com |
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Susan Blackman, Art Advisory, Ltd., Chicago. IL
Susan Blackman has developed an authentic expertise in corporate art consulting from combining advanced degrees in business management and over 35 years of experience in the art world. Launching Art Advisory, Ltd. has been a culmination of these significant accomplishments. Having a real love for the value of art, a strong presence in the Chicago arts community takes priority in her professional and personal life, actively serving on boards and investing in other creative endeavors. www.artadvisoryltd.com |
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Sally Cote, Ruby Living Design, San Francisco, CA
Sally Cote is the art curator for Ruby Living Design in San Francisco, Mill Valley, and Menlo Park. Sally has a BA from UCLA in Ethnic Arts, focusing on art history. She was the director of two art galleries in San Francisco in the 1980’s before becoming an art consultant, assisting residential clients and corporations in purchasing art for their collections. Sally began curating art for Ruby Living Designs for their Bay Area showrooms in 2007, with the goal of enhancing space with harmonious works of art. https://www.rubyliving.com |
Note that sometimes a gallerist may have to cancel their participation at short notice due to unforeseen 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
“Thank you for running such an incredible service to the Bay Area arts community! I wish my MFA program had offered something as valuable.” - Barry Beach
“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
“Thank you for running such an incredible service to the Bay Area arts community! I wish my MFA program had offered something as valuable.” - Barry Beach
“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
