[Coworking] Re: Hosting a gallery showing

2013-11-25 Thread Sam Rosen
We just added a blog post showcasing Art in Coworking spaces and it reminded me of this thread so I wanted to share! http://blog.desktimeapp.com/post/68081319472/art-of-coworking Happy Coworking! Sam -- Visit this forum on the web at http://discuss.coworking.com --- You received this message

Re: [Coworking] Re: Hosting a gallery showing

2013-09-18 Thread Andy Soell
Thanks Alex, we're definitely focusing on the long view here. Realistically, the last thing we should be doing is trying to fit in a gallery show immediately after moving to a new space, but I really want to send the message that coworking is about more than just tech workers and writers (our t

Re: [Coworking] Re: Hosting a gallery showing

2013-09-17 Thread Alex Hillman
There's some amazing stuff in this thread - I especially appreciate Ashley's insights having been at this for so long! To toss another bit of experience into the ring: we've taken a bit of an unusual (no surprise) approach to art at Indy Hall. Perhaps most important, our art program is a full fled

[Coworking] Re: Hosting a gallery showing

2013-09-16 Thread CoLabPT Heather
Thanks so much for posting this question, Andy. It's been helpful to see all the replies and to consider how the advice applies to our space as well. At The CoLab in Port Townsend (WA), we've experimented with opening up our coworking and meeting space for our local monthly Gallery Walks, sho

[Coworking] Re: Hosting a gallery showing

2013-09-16 Thread Andy Soell
Yes, thank you Ashley and Sam for the advice! We're definitely planning to set expectations accordingly for what we're able to offer, and won't be charging a commission. I like the idea of charging a flat "hanging fee" just so that there is an understanding of a transaction taking place, but we

[Coworking] Re: Hosting a gallery showing

2013-09-08 Thread Sam Rosen
Hey Andy, Congrats on the growth! We've run multiple gallery shows out of The Coop. It's a really great way to bring new folks into your space that haven't been. A couple things I'd consider... - You're not a professional gallery. Make sure the artists involved know that and keep expectations