The Artist Next Level Podcast with Sergio Gomez

Meet David Hummer, Founder and Executive Director of the Wausau Museum of Contemporary Art in Wisconsin. Visit WMOMA at https://wmoca.org

Let me tell you the story of the Small Works Art Sales Challenge and why you should pay attention to it. Learn more at http://www.theartistnextlevel.com/sales

I received a lot of question from last week's episode on the 5 things you should be doing right now. Today, I answer the top six questions. Take notes! This episode will help you out. These are the questions discussed in depth in the episode. 3:24 If people are buying art on Instagram, why they are not buying mine? 11:35 How many hashtags should I use? 16:16 How often should I post on Instagram? 18:46 How do I prevent my art from getting stolen on Instagram? 22:48 Why some artists get a lot of engagement and I don't? 27:28 Is it ok to tag other Instagram accounts (galleries, curators, etc)?

Do you want to increase Instagram reach and engagement? Then you need to know what is working right now in the Fall of 2020. In this episode, I share 5 top strategies you want to try to get better results and increased reach for your art. 2:50 Five Instagram Tactics to Increase Reach 6:15 Instagram and the algorithm 13:48 Why You Should Use Instagram Reels

Let me take you behind the scenes of my Summer online art release where I will be doing a virtual 3D exhibition and more. I will tell you the different moving parts of the online show and how you can do it too. 1:06 Behind the Scenes of My Summer Online Art Release

In this episode, I chat with Marine Costello about marketing in social media in the now. After receiving a master's in art history from the Ecole du Louvre last year, Marine Costello joined Parker Harris, where she handles all things press, marketing and social media. She created the platforms History Of Art Daily where she makes art history accessible to an audience of 80,000 (on Instagram, Tumblr, Facebook and Twitter), Art Featured where she share contemporary art (on Instagram) and Art Influencers where she posts tips for artists to grow online. 10:54 Marine Costello Explains Instagram Post Relevancy 15:53 Making Your Art Accessible with Marine Costello

Let's talk about how to crush your fears with joy! In today's episode, Beth Inglish gives us great advice to live joyfully.

Is life totally overwhelming you right now? I know an art career (and life) can be very frustrating sometimes. And there are a lot of sources for your frustrations. In this episode, Sergio shares with you the top 2 most common frustrations of sales and marketing and what you can do about it. 4:38 What's frustrating you right now? 19:29 Are you showing up to your audience?

The art world is slowly opening up and waking up to the new realities of social distancing and safety associated with in-person events such as art openings. Should artists continue approaching galleries? I chat about this topic today. 9:51 Art Galleries Begin to Reopen

Imagine living your dream life as a musician when an unfortunate head injury turns your life around. That is exactly the extraordinary and inspiring story of London-based Gabi Alemeida, a musician turn to artist in unexpected ways. Don't miss it and share it with your friends. 6:54 From Music to Art After a Head Injury

Since the world has changed, so do my organization strategies to stay creative and productive during the covid-19 season. In the podcast episode, I share with you what I'm doing right now to stay focused day-by-day. 9:01 Why I Interviewed Artists During the Quarantine 11:14 How I Organize My Day in the New Now

In today's episode, I chat with artist and co-author of the book Manifestos Reinventions & Declarations, Michal Foster. The book is a commentary on this unprecedented moment in history. This is a book about Now. The New Now we're living in and going through. We're living in a time when a day can feel like it goes on forever. And since billions of us are going through the same experience at the exact same moment in history, we can all be shifting the world culture together.

It is time to organize your marketing calendar in a way that works for you and does not create overwhelm. In this episode, Sergio will help you to do just that! Enjoy. 5:00 Your Art Marketing Calendar 6:47 When to Schedule Your Art Promotions 11:22 Avoiding Art Marketing Overwhelm

Portland-based artist Elise Wagner chats with Sergio Gomez about organizing an Open Studio event with all the measures of social distancing and hygiene in order to have a successful event. She provides valuable advice for those planing an in-person event. 2:04 How to Organize an Open Studio Event with artist Elise Wagner

In this episode, I share with you the top five lessons I've learned in the last 4 to 5 months since the pandemic started back in March 2020. You do not want to miss this. Let me know you what you think about them. 4:00 The Fragility of Our Plans 7:45 How Much Relationships Matter 12:43 The Value of Connecting With Your Tribe 16:20 The Importance of Showing Up To Your Audience 21:18 Finding the New Hiden Opportunities

In this episode I share with you the strategies that can help you release your next body of works or series and generate art sales. This is an audio webinar with the behind the scenes strategies that helped me sold out my new series in 48 hours during the pandemic. Join me at http://www.theartistnextlevel.com/join

In this episode I share with you the strategies that can help you release your next body of works or series and generate art sales. This is an audio webinar with the behind the scenes strategies that helped me sold out my new series in 48 hours during the pandemic. Join me at http://www.theartistnextlevel.com/join

Do you now the cycles in your art marketing calendar? In this episode directly from Puerto Rico, I talk about riding the wave of attention in order together the best results in your art promotions. Register for my free online class at: http://www.theartistnextlevel.com/2020

In today's episode, I chat with Alvaro Amat, Design Director at the Field Museum in Chicago. We talked about the future of museums post Covid-19. Artist and architect. Álvaro has over 25 years of experience in art and creative direction, from sculpture and installation, to architecture and exhibition design. He worked as an artist, architect, and educator for 20 years in Mexico and Spain, and then became the design director at Field Museum in Chicago, where he has created over 80 temporary exhibitions and 10 permanent exhibitions. His work has been shown in galleries in Chicago and in Mexico City, and has been interviewed by The New York Times and The Chicago Tribune.

Meet artist Enrico Magnani from Italy. He shares his news art project done during quarantine which takes place in a 3D web-based immersive experience. Enrico gives us a full tour of his virtual show titled "Ascendent" For those of you looking for online exhibit platforms, you do not want to miss this episode. Special Series of Artists Working fromHome #45 Visit Enrico's online 3D show at: http://www.enricomagnani-art.com

Meet artist Richard Hearns based in Ireland. He just finished a series of paintings called Reset contemplating what we have al collectively been experiencing in the last couple months. He also talks about how he is presenting his new work as an online experience.

Meet artist Gabriel Sánchez Viveros in Acapulco. He has started an Instagram page for art in isolation @arte.en.aislamiento in Mexico to sow support and collaboration with a wider range of artists. In this episode we talk about his idea and how to participate.

Meet artist Ken Stanley based in South Africa. He has been in full lockdown for two months waiting for his city to reopen. This has been a time for him for artistic rest and introspection.

Meet artist Mandy Cano Villalobos (Grand Rapids, Michigan). During the quarantine she has been doing a series of art performances at home and sharing them on Instagram. Her artwork is currently part of the show "Membranes of Perception" at the Zhou B Art Center, curated by Sergio Gomez. Mandy was recently named as one of five artists to follow on Instagram right now by The New York Times.

Meet Cecil McDonald, Jr. based in Chicago. In this episode we talk about the dynamics of a new reality post-pandemic. What does it mean for the art world?

In this episode, I chat with Chicago-based artist Alberto Aguilar about using instagram during the Stay-at-Home Order. We take a chronological tour of his Instagram account to find out how he is responding to the world in this particular time in history. Special Series of Artists Working from Home #39

Meet artist Elise Wagner from Portland. She discusses adjusting to new dynamics in her art business when everything seems to be on hold. Selling art, workshops, airbnb business and other things are part of this wonderful conversation. Don't miss it. Breakfast with Sergio Special Series of Artists Working from Home #38

Do you want to run a successful #artistsupportpledge campaign and sell art? Then watch my chat with Beth Inglish and find out all the strategies that helped me succeed with pledge of selling out all 12 of my pledge artworks in 48 hours. Don't miss it and let me know your comments below.

Meet artist Sarah Atlee from Oklahoma. She has been running a Patreon page to compliment the support of her art career. In times like these, Patreon.com can be an option for many artists to get support. Sarah explains with detail her insights. Breakfast with Sergio Special Series of Artists in Lockdown #37

Meet artist Jarrett Camp from Los Angeles. He shares his story of how he overcame dislexia and turned it into an artistic strenght using a stiple technique. We chat about making the most of even the most difficult of situations. Breakfast with Sergio Special Series of Artists in Lockdown #36

Meet artist Jeremie Marie (France) & Exhibit X by Art Mob. In this episode we chat about collaboration projects and adjusting to a new schedule when travel is restricted. Breakfast with Sergio Special Series of Artists in Lockdown #35

Meet artist Morrison Polkinghorne based in Cambodia. His art making technique involves using natural inks which he creates in his home-studio and lotus flowers. We chat about tool-making during the pandemic and making videos for social media.

In this episode, I share 7 email templates to use to connect with your audience during the pandemic from our good friends at Artwork Archive. I share how I used two of them myself with great success. Breakfast with Sergio #269 Get the templates from this link: www.artworkarchive.com/blog/7-email-templates-artists-can-use-during-coronavirus

Meet artist and curator Kristine Schomaker from Los Angeles. She creates online exhibits and opportunities for artists while in lockdown. Visit her website and check out all her projects at https://shoeboxpr.com Breakfast with Sergio Special Series of Artists in Lockdown #32

Meet artist Dalia Ali from Jordan. She shares her work and a new video project of interviewing and highlighting the work of middle east contemporary artists in social media. Breakfast with Sergio Special Series of Artists in Lockdown #32

Meet Rich Kunz (Chicago). He talks about eLearning strategies you can use if you are a teacher, instructor or hosting a workshop remotely due to the coronavirus lockdown. We also chat about the opportunity remote learning provides. Breakfast with Sergio Special Edition #31

Meet Pedro Antão and Fátima Sardinha (Portugal), Founders of the Scream Art Group @screamingart_group An Instagram-born group created to disseminate art and art therapy around the world. In this episode we chat about the lessons learned from organizing a group online. Breakfast with Sergio Special Edition #30

Meet artist Jennifer Pazienza (Canada). She talks about managing to stay the course in her studio practice during the pandemic. Does the art we produce now should reflect what's happening in the world? We address this questions and other topics. Breakfast with Sergio Special Edition #29

Meet artist, dealer, and Host of Berlin After Dark TV show. We chat about online shows, promoting artists during lockdown, sales and more. Don't miss it. Breakfast with Sergio Special Series of Artists in Lockdown #28

Meet artist Sima Schloss from NYC. She shares how the local art community is copying right now as well as the hidden opportunities the lockdown may present to us. Breakfast with Sergio Special Edition #26

Meet artist Stacy Gibboni. She is based in Venice, Italy and has been in cofnfiment for over 40 days. We chat about positivity, learning new skills and her Red Zone Essays proyect in Facebook. Breakfast with Sergio Special Series of Artists in Lockdown #25.

Meet artist Ekaterina Abramova (Jersey City). In this episode, we chat about overcoming hardship and adjusting to working from home. Breakfast with Sergio Special Edition #22

Meet Steven Bennet and Dr. Elaine Schmidt, art collectors and founders of The Bennett Prize which awards $50,000 to a woman artist. In this episode we talk about what collectors are doing during the pandemic, how artists can become more visible to collectors and the call for women artists for the The Bennett Prize. Breakfast with Sergio Special Series of Artists in Lockdown #27. Call for entries for The Bennett Prize is open: April 16 to Oct. 16, 2020. Visit www.thebennettprize.org

Meet art dealer Elias Martin (Chicago). We chat about the state of the art world during the pandemic, galleries, art fairs and more. Elias talks about the opportunities that may be found on the other side of this crisis. Breakfast with Sergio Special Series of Artists in Lockdown #21.

Meet artist Laurence de Valmy (Philadelphia). She talks about turning in-person events to virtual ones such as studio visits. She recently hosted a successful virtual studio visit organized by Women of Culture organization. We chat about about ideas and ways to do this on your own. Breakfast with Sergio Special Series of Artists in Lockdown #20.

Meet Chicago artist Shilin Hora. She will teach us how to expreince nature in a unique way as we continue to be in isolation. Enjoy this conversationa and experience the sounds of nature with us. Breakfast with Sergio Special Series of Artists in Lockdown #19.

Meet artist Julia Haw and hear about her unexpected journey from Cambodia to India and back to the US during the pandemic lockdown. This episode is full of insightful moments about self-awareness, positivity in the face of change and relentless trust in strangers along the way. Please share it with your friends and follow Julia Haw's ongoing journey in her video blog on YouTube.

Meet artist David Hooker of Chicago. He has been making pottery kits for his local community while in lockdown. He came up with a great framework that will inspire you and perhaps get you started thinking outside the box as an artist. Breakfast with Sergio Special Series of Artists in Lockdown #17.

Meet artist Kobi (NYC). He talks about the challneging times, staying creative and positive during the lockdown. Breakfast with Sergio Special Edition #16

One Miute Poems with Elizabeth Briel (Hong Kong). In this episode I chat with Elizabeth about her Instagram project of reading one minute poems from people around the world as we experience lockdown. Please comment and share with your friends.