State Competition Salon Results
The results are in from the FPP Salon Competition. Five of our members
earn merits. Congratulations to Jesus, Larry, Tom, Julio, and Domingo for
their fine work. |
Jesus Cabrera |
4 merits |
| Larry Capdeville |
1 merit |
| Tom Collins |
3 merits |
| Julio Hernandez |
4 merits |
| Domingo Sanchez |
4 merits |
PPGF Top Ten Photographer Standings as of
August 2003
| 1. Giamcarlo Frasca |
5. Tom Collins |
9. Willy Hill, Jr. |
| 2. Geraldine Lago |
6. Larry Capdeville |
10. Eduardo Travieso |
| 3. Jesus Cabrera |
7. Jon Laye |
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| 4. Domingo Sanchez |
8. Magaly Alvarado |
|
 Getting
your work out there.
(Helpful hints to get your work into museums & galleries)
by Cheryl Anne Day-Swallow
For those of you who want to get your work into museums
and galleries, I have good news and not so good news.. The not so good news
is that it take a lot of hard work and planning. The good news is that it
can be done. Here are some important tips. some obvious and some not. Planning
ahead can make the difference.
Call ahead - Make an appointment.
The last thing you need is to come in on a day when everything is wrong
for a business because no matter how good your work, they will not see it.
All they will see is the bad day they have had, or are still having. Therefore,
your work will not have a fair chance to do well. Calling ahead tells the
owner of the gallery/museum that you are serious about your work. And allows
him/her to set aside time for you to show your work.
Ask about the Policies of the Gallery/Museum - Save your questions for your appointment. Ask what months do
they take in work? Do they have any spots available to show work? What type
of work do they view. You may be surprised to find that more than 50% of
galleries/museums DO NOT consider photography a art! Don't argue with them
if they do not. Ask them if they are you associated with or know of any
galleries that are looking for photography? Also, some galleries/museums
will ask you to send them 5 slides and a bio sheet. Ask how long it will
be before you can expect to receive a response as some galleries meet every
month to jury new works, and others meet only 4 times a year to jury. Keep
in mind also that most museums or galleries book 1-2 years in advance.
Dress nice but don't over do it -
First impressions are important. Dress nice, but forget to brush their teeth,
or try to impress with perfume or after shave lotions.. Keep in mind that
many people have allergies. If you smoke, make your appointment early in
the morning, and don't light one up on that morning.
Be on time - If your appointment
is at 10:00 am. Be there at 9:50.. For you late comers, or fashionably late
comers, it is a big 'no no' to be late for business meetings. Some times
galleries, will schedule interviews to show work, for a 15 minute time period
once a month. If you are late by 10 minutes one of two things are likely
to happen: 1. You may only be given 5 minutes to show your work. Or 2, You
may be passed over in favor of the next appointment.
Have a idea what you would like to do with your work
- Know why you came.. Do you want to have a one
man/woman show? Or do you simply want to be able to show your work? Or would
you like to sell your work ? If you know what you want, the gallery or museum
owners will know how to better serve you.
Know what amount of money YOU want for your art piece - Keep in mind, if you want to receive $ 200.00 for a piece of
work, you need to ask what percentage the gallery/gallery receives and add
that to the total cost. Price your own work. Do not let the galleries do
it for you. You may want $200.00 for it. They may price it at 75.00. And
you paid over $ 100.00 just for the frame. This type of situation is not
good for public relations or for your wallet.
Prepare to succeed - Preparation
is the key to success. Be sure to have your pieces ready the night before;
packed and ready to go. Also prepare a folder and include your business
card, a bio, and some references if you have them, as well as some samples
of the work. Some times, the gallery/museum meets with so many artist, they
remember the work but not the name. If you have a folder, your name and
your work, is right there. The folder can be presented after your interview,
as you shake their hand, and say thank you for you time.
Be positive about your work
- Be excited about your own work, if are not enthusiastic, how can you expect
other people to be? You are selling yourself when you go into any gallery/museum,
not just or work. Be upbeat. If you are shy, or get nervous, get ready early,
and before you leave play a song or two that helps you get pumped up.. You
know the types.. Like Rocky, You can do anything, if you just put your mind
to it. Blessings to you, Cheryl. |
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