What it's for
An artist talk gives audiences insight into the practice, story, and meaning behind an artist’s work, offered in the artist’s own words.
When to choose it
- You want context alongside artistic work
- Audiences want to understand the practice
- You are pairing a talk with an exhibition or performance
What makes it work
- A comfortable, conversational setting
- Good visuals or audio of the work
- Time for audience questions
How to prepare as a host
- Confirm AV for showing the work
- Share the audience and the framing
- Plan a moderated Q&A if helpful
Audiences
- Galleries
- Universities
- Festivals
- Cultural institutions
Production notes
- Projection or audio
- Comfortable seating
- Mic