🎙️ In this episode of "The Truth in This Art," host Rob Lee interviews Alex Farkas, co-founder and gallery director of UGallery. They discuss Alex's upbringing in an artistic community, his education, and the inception of UGallery. Alex reflects on UGallery's evolution, from supporting student artists to curating established and emerging talents. He emphasizes the importance of storytelling, human connection, and adapting to online trends in the art market. Alex also offers advice to artists on perseverance and finding the right gallery fit. The conversation touches on personal growth, the significance of showing up, and the value of understanding one's audience, whether in art or business.
Episode Content:
Key Takeaways:
1. Embrace the power of storytelling and human connection to succeed in the art market.
2. Adaptability to online trends is crucial for the evolution and growth of art platforms.
3. For artists, perseverance and finding a gallery that aligns with your work are key to success.
4. Understanding your audience is essential in both art and business for personal growth and engagement.
Website and Social Media Links:
Website: www.ugallery.com
X: @FarkasForNow
LinkedIn: Alex Farkas
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Original music by Daniel Alexis Music with additional music from Chipzard.
Episode illustration by Alley Kid Art.
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