Podcast Show Notes:

In this episode of The Art Elevator Podcast, we are joined by Lucy Walter, Head of Small Business Partnerships at Artsy, the world’s largest online marketplace for discovering, buying, and selling fine art. Lucy shares her journey from finance to her current role at Artsy and discusses how the platform is revolutionizing the art market for small and emerging galleries. 

From strategies for increasing visibility to the importance of diversifying sales channels, Lucy provides invaluable insights into how galleries can thrive in the digital art world. She also introduces Artsy’s exciting new partnership with ArtCloud, which simplifies gallery operations and empowers them to focus on what they do best: connecting collectors with incredible art.

Whether you’re a gallery owner, an art collector, or simply fascinated by the intersection of art and technology, this episode is packed with actionable advice and inspiring stories.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• What is Artsy? An introduction to the platform and its mission to expand the global art market.
• Challenges for Small Galleries: How Artsy helps galleries grow visibility, reach global collectors, and manage operations efficiently.
• Online Art Sales Trends: Why 80% of collectors are buying art online and how Artsy is leveraging this shift.
• The Power of an Online Presence: Tips for galleries to integrate in-person events with online platforms for maximum impact.
• Artsy x ArtCloud Partnership: How this integration is transforming inventory management and sales for galleries.
• Why Artsy is a Game-Changer for Collectors: A seamless journey from discovery to purchase and beyond.

Key Highlights: 

• Artsy has seen a 40% increase in sales this year despite a broader market downturn.
• Galleries on Artsy gain global visibility, which is essential for emerging artists with regional demand.
• Artsy’s tools and analytics help galleries save time, optimize their operations, and grow their businesses.
• The ArtCloud partnership streamlines inventory and sales management, saving galleries up to 80% of time on administrative tasks.
• Collectors can explore curated collections, discover emerging artists, and purchase works from galleries worldwide with ease.

Resources and Links:

• Register interest in Artsy: https://partners.artsy.net/gallery-partnerships/  
• Explore the ArtCloud Partnership: https://partners.artsy.net/artcloud/
• 2024 report on collector behavior: https://partners.artsy.net/resource/art-collector-insights-2024/
• Artsy Viewing Rooms: https://www.artsy.net/viewing-rooms

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