Blog
Notes from the team on Valise, the art world, and more.
- Brian Sholis
Valise Community Roundup 01
We take great interest in the work our community members produce, and occasionally share updates from them. Here’s the first batch with shows from Steven Beckly, Alex Olson, Lucas Foglia, Kate Newby, Kristine Moran, Braxton Garneau, Ido Radon, and Kim Fisher.
- Brian Sholis
Valise Reading Roundup 02
Readings relevant to Valise users—and to others who like to think about making a life and career in the art world, keeping themselves organized, and using software to do one or both.
- Brian Sholis
Behind the name Valise
Five years ago, while building the spreadsheet-template precursor to Valise, I asked myself, “If this was an artwork, which artwork would it be?” And then it hit me.
- Brian Sholis
Valise Reading Roundup 01
Readings relevant to Valise users—and to others who like to think about making a life and career in the art world, keeping themselves organized, and using software to do one or both.
- Brian Sholis
An interview with Christy Matson
We sit down with Los Angeles–based artist Christy Matson to discuss her latest show, “Index Color,” and her woven wall-based works.
- Brian Sholis
Some things to consider before your first show
Perhaps you’re just out of school and about to have your first solo exhibition in a commercial gallery, or you’re a little more seasoned and beginning a relationship with a new dealer. Here are a few things that, in our experience, are good to discuss transparently to ensure the process is as smooth as possible.
- Ross Zurowski
How we think about longevity
We place a lot of trust in software and software companies these days, but they regularly let us down. How can you trust Valise to last the decades you might need it to?
- Brian Sholis
Why tracking your artwork matters
No one dreams of becoming an artist because they want to manage a small business. But keeping track of artwork details, production expenses, consignments, and sales not only gives you cover when confusion arises—it also helps you take advantage of unexpected opportunities.