68 Writing an Artist CV That Opens Doors
Collecting Art, take a look Writing an Artist CV That Opens Doors You’ve created beautiful work. You’ve been in a few group shows. You’re ready to apply for opportunities that require a professional CV -but what exactly should you include? How do you format it? What if you haven’t had many exhibitions yet? An Artist CV is different from a job application CV. It focuses entirely on your artistic career: exhibitions, education, awards, and publications. It is a living document that grows with you. Let me walk you through exactly what to include, how to structure it, and how to present yourself professionally even when you’re just starting out. The Golden Rules of the Artist CV Keep it clean and simple. Use a standard font Times New Roman, Arial, Helvetica at 11- or 12-point size. Use a standard font Times New Roman, Arial, Helvetica at 11- or 12-point size. Your most recent experience comes first in each section. Your most recent experience comes first in each section. Do not inclu...