The Art Biz

Why nobody came to your art show (271)

July 2, 2026·20 min
Episode Description from the Publisher

You worked hard to get your art on those walls. So when only a handful of people show up to the opening, it stings. In this episode, Alyson Stanfield looks at the most common reasons your supporters stayed home — and what you can do differently before your next show. In this episode: Why the 5-10 days before a show are too late to fix most attendance problems How a cold list can cost you the people most likely to show up Why you can't rely on the venue to bring people to your exhibition Why one or two social media posts won't cut it The power of a personal invitation and letting people know why the show matters to you Why sending one email isn't enough, and why your supporters will thank you for the reminder Read the show notes, get links mentioned, and watch the video July 9 workshop: Follow Up Already Email me to discuss strategic consulting for your long-term career goals. Think you'd make a good guest on The Art Biz? Read This The Art Biz is recorded on the traditional land of the Cheyenne, Arapaho and Ute tribes.

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