12 Steps to Exhibiting Your Work in Galleries as a Beginner Artist: 8. Beginning to write an artist Bio

Welcome to the 12 Steps to Exhibiting Your Work in Galleries as a Beginner Artist series! I'm Antonio Alanis, and in this eighth episode, we’re focusing on a key piece of your professional portfolio—beginning to write your artist bio—and how it can help you make a strong first impression with galleries and audiences.

Whether you’re crafting your very first bio or looking to polish one you already have, this video will provide practical tips to help you share your story and artistic journey with authenticity and clarity.

Here’s what you’ll learn in this video:
✅ What an artist bio is and why it’s an essential part of your portfolio.
✅ How to highlight your background, influences, and achievements in a concise and engaging way.

Let’s continue building your professional presence and take another step toward exhibiting your work by creating a compelling artist bio!

📩 Have questions about writing your artist bio or want to share your draft? Leave a comment below—I’d love to hear from you!