This is how you treat Artists when you ask them to 'donate' work for your charity

This was passed on to me by Bonnie Lebesch.  It is an excellent example of how organizations should approach artists for donations....with respect and something more than "great exposure' (Don't ever, ever say that)

Benefits for donating artists:

· Visibility of artwork, bio, and website to the auction jury and audience, plus social media and email promotion for selected works

· One free artist ticket to attend the auction ($250 value includes seated dinner and all-night drinks) –OR– 20% commission on sold art and $50 artist ticket

· One $100 guest ticket ($250 value)

· Auction orientation and networking workshop and happy hour with Artist Trust staff

· A one-year Artist Trust membership ($45 value), which provides savings on Artist Trust business practice programs and discounts at regional arts businesses and museums

· Infinite gratitude from Artist Trust’s staff and board and the thousands of artists we serve each year

The next time you get asked to donate, send them to this link.....