http://www.richardgroskopf.com/art-gallery/
How much does it cost to open an art gallery?
The art gallery would mainly sell prints, posters, and some origional Oil Paintings. I am thinking of renting a store in the mall.
Other than monthly rent what other expenses are and how much?
A very important resource if you are interested in starting an art gallery is Art Business News http://www.artbusinessnews.com . This is the trade magazine for the art business, and you can find loads of helpful information from this excellent publication. I am getting a free copies of this mag, so check if you can also get one (I think a year’s subscription is around $149)
The cost of starting your own gallery would include:
- Rental
- Leasehold improvements
- Utilities
- Equipment (burglar alarm system, credit card terminals, etc)
- Initial marketing (pre-launch, launching, etc.)
- Furniture
- Inventory
Other resources that may be helpful to you:
How to Become an Art Gallery Owner http://www.stylecareer.com/artgallery_owner.shtml
Opening an Art Gallery
http://www.powerhomebiz.com/guide/cases/Opening%20an%20Art%20Gallery.htm
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