Your artist statement is a written description that gives your audience deeper insight into your artwork. It may include elements such as a particular story about the work, the symbolism you give your materials or the issues you address. Your statement should include whatever is most important to you and your work.
Your statement should:
- Be concise and specific to the work you are exhibiting.
- Connect your work to the audience, avoid being too formal.
- Identify the focus or theme of the exhibition. Make sure your statement explains how your work relates to the subject.
- Mention your work’s purpose or philosophy. What inspired its creation?
- Mention methods and materials used. What was the process of development for the work?
Tips:
- Write a strong, compelling statement that connects the viewer to your work.
- Open with a strong first sentence.
- Focus on topics that may not be apparent from viewing your work.
- Avoid using ‘artspeak’, pretentious language or art jargon.
- Keep it up to date.
This resource has been generously provided by Creative Ballarat