The Power of Art Culture: Embracing the Journey, Finding the Right Gallery, and Collaborating for Success

At the Yesterday's Tomorrow conference, Alex Delotch Davis, founder of Gallerie 88, emphasized the importance of art culture for growth and encouraged creatives to have faith, enjoy the journey, and explore art. Gallerie 88 showcases the creativity of Black people in art, fashion, and design through articles, events, and video content, filling the gap in luxury media platforms for Black creators.

After leaving a career in finance, Davis found her passion in art gallery work and prioritized life over money. She encourages individuals to take risks in a world that prioritizes safety and dive into the nuances of the art scene.

Art is subjective, and understanding a gallery owner's program is crucial for getting your work displayed. Researching galleries and finding the right fit for your art is essential, as gallerists can advocate for your work, market it, and help develop your career through long-term relationships.

Collaborating with others can inspire new ideas and push your work to new heights. Developing your craft as a visual artist while building a commercial career is challenging, but learning as much as possible can help. Working in a gallery is a smart approach for artists to learn how to interact with buyers and talk about their work.

Join the High Museum of Art to learn about art history, attend High Frequency Friday parties, and support Black artists. The future of art in Atlanta involves the city being on the international stage, hosting an art fair, and the community learning about the unregulated art market as a potential avenue for wealth creation and investment. Supporting Black artists' work is vital as it is a visual record of our culture and stories that we pass down to future generations.