Studio Operations Retainer
Most mid-career artists lose a day or more each week to writing, admin and chasing opportunities. The retainer hands that work to someone who has run galleries, art fairs and a regional institution, so your studio time goes back to the work.
What's included each month
- CV, bio and artist statement kept current
- Exhibition proposals and gallery approaches
- A quarterly newsletter to your collectors
- Artwork records and inventory, kept up to date
- A monthly shortlist of prizes, residencies and open calls matched to your practice
- A one-hour strategy call with me
- Funding applications at a reduced rate
What's not included
I don't sell work on your behalf, handle payments or access your bank accounts. You stay in control of every sale and every dollar.
Who it suits
Practising artists with an exhibition history and regular sales who want a professional operation without hiring staff. I work with a maximum of six artists at a time.
Pricing
From $1,500 per month, with a three-month minimum. The fee is fixed, so there are no surprise invoices.
How it starts
- A 20-minute call to see if we're a fit
- A two-hour onboarding session where I gather your CV, images, past writing and goals
- A 90-day plan, then the monthly rhythm begins