Write an artist's statement that will engage your audience.
Though art speaks for itself, patrons often like to know something about the artists themselves. A well-written artist's statement may take the voice of the emotionally involved poet or of the objective reporter, and it can lend further depth to the art. It may also help to sell your work. If people are interested in you and your point of view, they probably also will develop a greater interest in your work.
Instructions
1. Read a variety of other artists' statements to get a feel for what works and what doesn't.
2. Anticipate viewer questions about you as an artist and try to answer them briefly in part one of your statement. You might discuss why you enjoy your particular medium and how it works to help you express your world view, at least as it appears in your art. As well, you might mention your general influences and inspirations. Do not attempt to give detailed explanations of individual pieces of art. Though it's interesting to see a collection in the light of your vision, viewers want to be free to experience a given piece as it speaks to them and to draw their own conclusions. (Reference 1)
3. Discuss the current exhibit in part two of your statement. Describe what inspired the collection and how the inspiration influenced it. Also mention other influences, perhaps how the collection reflects the mood you were in when you produced it or how it reflects your need to examine the loss of a loved one. Throughout, mention specific techniques or images that you used that the viewer can look at and compare to your statement. Change this segment as you exhibit new collections.
4. Include some biographical information, but keep it brief and don't offer too much detail. Mention only highlights and details that influence your work. For example, if you're from the Midwest, maybe the flood of open farm fields influences you. No one needs to know your street address or how many children you have. Mention some important accomplishments if you want, but don't create a resume. (Reference 1)
