What it Takes to Be an Art Dealer, Questroyal Fine Arts Louis M. Salerno Advises

What it Takes to Be an Art Dealer, Questroyal Fine Arts Louis M. Salerno AdvisesWhat it Takes to Be an Art Dealer, Questroyal Fine Arts Louis M. Salerno AdvisesMany species dealers own their own art galleries in order to exhibit and sell art. Running an art gallery is similar to having a small business however, there are some key differences between an art gallery and a retail business. To be an art dealer requires a special skills set. What it Takes to Be an Art Dealer In this exclusive interview with Fine Art, gallery owner and art dealer Louis M. Salerno, Owner of Questroyal Fine Art, LLC offers professional advice for budding art dealers Good Eye I think there are two things every dealer needs a good eye, or ability to visually identify artists and quality, and an entrepreneurial spirit. Finding the right paintings to offer to your clients is a dealers number one priority usually if you choose correctly- meaning you choose a work you would buy yourself that is of sound co ndition and value- then the painting will sell itself. Knowing what this type of painting looks likes is the part that requires a good eye- you need to be able to tell the difference between quality works and so-so works. Luckily, this is a skill that can be learned nearly anyone can visit museums to compare works of art or read books about an artists life and paintings. Training your eye can take a while, but its something that will exponentially improve over time. Entrepreneurial Spirit I also say an entrepreneurial spirit because it is the common denominator amongst the most successful art dealers I know. Most of my peers do not come from a formal art education or background rather, they found their love of art and dedicated themselves to learning about it. They then transformed this love into innovative marketing strategies and infectious adoration of their product- two things that always draw in buyers. * * * * mora Info on Art Galleries What Are the Various Types of Ar t Galleries? Art galleries, which are spaces to exhibit and sell artworks, range in a wide variety of models..Learn more.How Do You Open an Art Gallery? When starting a business such as an art gallery, what are the necessary first steps to take?...Heres how.An art gallery and an art museum are both places to go see and experience art. What Is the Difference Between an Art Gallery and an Art Museum? More about Fine Art Art conservation is vital to preserve artworks for many generations.Working as a freelance curator or in-house museum curator are both satisfying career choices. Learn more about working as an art curator.Artists often make creative breakthroughs by attending an artist residency. Check Fine Arts listing of Artist Residencies from around the globe.