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Six Things to Consider When Creating Digital Museum Experiences

The Art of the Press Release

Press releases are essential when artists and galleries are promoting a new exhibition. Read our press release writing tips and learn how to write a strong press release that will get your work the attention it deserves.

How to Write Museum Wall Text that Engages Visitors

Tips for writing museum wall texts that engage multiple visitors, make the objects on view appealing and accessible, and that won’t just answer questions but will start conversations.

How to Write a Great Exhibition Proposal

The key components of an exhibition proposal and how artists and curators can make an impression at galleries and museums.

What to Know Before You Edit a Multiauthor Book

Editing a collection of essays is completely different from writing your own book and can be a real challenge—but a rewarding one.

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Visit our Art Writers for Hire list to find authors to write catalogue essays, gallery texts, art websites, and more.

Commissioning and Writing Artists’ Wiki Pages

A Wikipedia article is a great way for artists to show up in an internet search, not to mention the professional credibility it can add to your name recognition. So who gets one, who should write them, and what do they need to include?

How to Write a Well-Crafted Business Email in the Arts

Do you want to ensure art world VIPs read your email message or request and that you get a response?

How I Learned to Stop Artspeak and Love the Editorial Process

Fortunately, there are dedicated editors with experience coaching artists to write compelling pieces that are intended to get results.