Gallery Representation
Agora Gallery offers artists the opportunity to present their work to a broad range of national and international art lovers and collectors. We welcome portfolio submissions from talented contemporary artists, or their representatives, at all stages of their art careers.
Portfolios are reviewed by the gallery director whose extensive knowledge of the New York art market will benefit artists that would like to promote their work and advance their careers.
Promotion and Publicity
- ARTIST PROFILE: One of our professional art writers will compose a press release that succinctly and elegantly introduces audiences to you and your work.
- PR LISTING: Our experienced PR team will work to extensively promote you by reaching out to relevant organizations, publications, and online platforms to maximize exposure for you, your artwork, and your exhibition with Agora Gallery.
- ONLINE PROMOTION: You will receive a personalized artist page on ARTmine.com and Agora-Gallery.com.
- SOCIAL MEDIA: Social media is an important component to the promotion of artwork these days and Agora Gallery is proud to have a very active presence on social media.
Exhibition
- LOCATION: Your work will be displayed in our sophisticated gallery space in New York City.
- MAILING LIST: Invitations to the exhibition will be emailed to our mailing lists of collectors and art lovers.
- PROMOTIONAL CARDS: Invitation postcards are created for each exhibition. They are a great way to help spread the word about your artwork.
- PR ANNOUNCEMENTS: Your exhibition will be announced on our website and on other art related sites.
- OPENING RECEPTION: Receptions are a great opportunity to build your network in the New York art world.
- RECEPTION PHOTOS: Our exhibitions are usually highly attended and our professional photographer captures the events on our website.
Professional Guidance
- ART MARKET: We understand your art, the marketplace, and the business of being an artist.
- COLLECTORS: Over the one year of your representation we will manage and update all aspects of your promotion, including social media, in-gallery materials, and publications. In addition, we will maintain communication with potential buyers, journalists, and collectors.
- PRICING GUIDANCE: Should you need assistance in pricing your works, our gallery director is happy to provide her insight in this area.
Promotion and Publicity
● ARTIST PROFILE:
One of our professional art writers will compose a press release that succinctly and elegantly introduces audiences to you and your work.
● PR LISTING:
Our experienced PR team will work to extensively promote you by reaching out to relevant organizations, publications, and online platforms to maximize exposure for you, your artwork, and your exhibition with Agora Gallery.
● ONLINE PROMOTION:
You will receive a personalized artist page on ARTmine.com and Agora-Gallery.com.
● SOCIAL MEDIA:
Social media is an important component to the promotion of artwork these days and Agora Gallery is proud to have a very active presence on social media.
Exhibition
● LOCATION:
Your work will be displayed in our sophisticated gallery space in New York City.
● MAILING LIST:
Invitations to the exhibition will be emailed to our mailing lists of collectors and art lovers.
● PROMOTIONAL CARDS:
Invitation postcards are created for each exhibition. They are a great way to help spread the word about your artwork.
● PR ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Your exhibition will be announced on our website and on other art related sites.
● OPENING RECEPTION: Receptions are a great opportunity to build your network in the New York art world.
● RECEPTION PHOTOS:
Our exhibitions are usually highly attended and our professional photographer captures the events on our website.
Professional Guidance
● ART MARKET:
We understand your art, the marketplace, and the business of being an artist.
● COLLECTORS:
Over the one year of your representation we will manage and update all aspects of your promotion, including social media, in-gallery materials, and publications. In addition, we will maintain communication with potential buyers, journalists, and collectors.
● PRICING GUIDANCE:
Should you need assistance in pricing your works, our gallery director is happy to provide her insight in this area.
Representation Levels
Agora Gallery offers a variety of services to guide and assist artists in marketing, PR, sales, and exhibiting in New York City. As your artistic career progresses, you will face many challenges and questions, and we will be there to support you throughout your representation.
DIGITAL
$3,850 / year
payment options available
ARTmine.com (4 images)
Artist profile
Social media promotion
Art publications listings
Career guidance
Assistance with pricing
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Exhibition Space
Three (3) artwork images will be presented on our Gallery monitor, along with other Digitally Represented artists, whenever a collective exhibition is on display.
BASIC
$6,250 / year
payment options available
ARTmine.com (4 images)
Artist profile
Social media promotion
Art publications listings
Career guidance
Assistance with pricing
Artist cards (100 cards)
Exhibition Space
10 linear feet
STANDARD
$9,850 / year
payment options available
ARTmine.com (4 images)
Artist profile
Social media promotion
Art publications listings
Career guidance
Assistance with pricing
Artist cards (250 Cards)
Exhibition Space
20 linear feet
PREMIUM
$19,850 / year
payment options available
ARTmine.com (4 images)
Artist profile
Social media promotion
Art publications listings
Career guidance
Assistance with pricing
Artist cards (500 cards)
Full page profile in an art publication
Interview / Spotlight blog post
Exhibition Space
40 linear feet
1 x $3,850
monthly payment plans:
3 x $1,315
6 x $695
12 x $355
1 x $6,250
monthly payment plans:
3 x $2,185
6 x $1,125
1 x $9,850
monthly payment plans:
3 x $3,485
6 x $1,815
1 x $19,850
monthly payment plans:
3 x $6,735
6 x $3,445
Representation Levels
Agora Gallery offers a variety of services to guide and assist artists in marketing, PR, sales, and exhibiting in New York City. As your artistic career progresses, you will face many challenges and questions, and we will be there to support you throughout your representation.
DIGITAL
$3,850 / year
payment options available
- ARTmine.com (4 images)
- Artist profile
- Social media promotion
- Art publications listings
- Career guidance
- Assistance with pricing
Exhibition Space:
Three (3) artwork images will be presented on our Gallery monitor, along with other Digitally Represented artists, whenever a collective exhibition is on display.
1 x $3,850
monthly payment plans:
3 x $1,315
6 x $695
12 x $355
BASIC
$6,250 / year
payment options available
- ARTmine.com (4 images)
- Artist profile
- Social media promotion
- Art publications listings
- Career guidance
- Assistance with pricing
- Artist cards (100 cards)
Exhibition Space
10 linear feet
1 x $6,250
monthly payment plans:
3 x $2,185
6 x $1,125
STANDARD
$9,850 / year
payment options available
- ARTmine.com (4 images)
- Artist profile
- Social media promotion
- Art publications listings
- Career guidance
- Assistance with pricing
- Artist cards (250 Cards)
Exhibition Space
20 linear feet
1 x $9,850
monthly payment plans:
3 x $3,485
6 x $1,815
PREMIUM
$19,850 / year
payment options available
- ARTmine.com (4 images)
- Artist profile
- Social media promotion
- Art publications listings
- Career guidance
- Assistance with pricing
- Artist cards (500 cards)
- Full page profile in an art publication
- Interview / Spotlight blog post
Exhibition Space
40 linear feet
1 x $19,850
monthly payment plans:
3 x $6,735
6 x $3,445
Frequently Asked Questions
Gallery Exhibitions
How many artworks can I exhibit?
The number of pieces depends on the wall size that you have and will be selected in order to achieve the best possible presentation, aesthetically and conceptually.
Is it possible to renew at the end of the exhibition period?
Yes. We offer a substantial discount to artists who wish to renew their agreement.
Will I have a group show or a solo show? AND What is the duration of the exhibition?
All our exhibition options offer a collective show. The duration of the exhibition is 3 weeks. In case you’re specifically interested in a solo exhibition, our director will discuss the costs during the meeting depending on your goals and vision for the show.
Will the exhibitions take place only in your Chelsea gallery during all the duration of the contract?
The exhibition will take place in our gallery. Also, during the term of agreement your art will be promoted through ARTmine, our social media and the Agora Gallery website as well.
Can I choose the exhibition dates?
You can discuss your preferred exhibition dates with our director during the meeting.
Are the artworks insured during the exhibition?
Your work will be covered by our fine arts insurance policy while it is displayed in our gallery.
Shipping and Framing
How long can you have the artwork in your gallery?
Once the exhibition ends, we will reach out to the artists so we can ship back any unsold artwork.
Can I send my artworks rolled in a tube and can you stretch/frame the artworks locally?
Yes, we can stretch or frame the works for you locally and give you a quote for the costs.
Do I have to take care of customs when sending my work?
We can help with the process, but you are responsible for your shipping and shipping-related arrangements and costs, including customs.
Sales
What is the commission structure?
The commission structure on the sale of art is 70% for the artist and 30% for the gallery. Sales occur at our exhibitions, through ongoing marketing, and on our online marketplace, www.ARTmine.com.
Can you guarantee that you will sell my artwork?
We promise that we will do everything that is outlined in the Agreement; however, we cannot and will not guarantee that your artwork will sell.
Can Agora Gallery assist me with pricing my artwork?
Yes, pricing assistance is exclusively available to our artists. We will recommend the price of your artwork based on your CV, our experience and the list/selling price of similar work by other artists.
FAQs
Gallery Exhibitions
shipping & framing
sales
Portfolio Submission
We welcome artists to submit their portfolios for review by our director. Note that there is a $50 administrative processing payment to have your portfolio reviewed, which will be credited toward the representation fee.
To get started, complete the form below. Our team will create a PDF submission file, which will be reviewed by the director, who will invite you to a personal one-on-one Zoom meeting. If you have additional questions, please send an email to submissions@agora-gallery.com