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When social media metrics feel tied to artistic success

My Instagram has twelve followers after three years and I watch other artists with thousands get gallery representation while I send out applications that go nowhere.

Mura
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More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

The artist conflates digital visibility with professional legitimacy and creative worth.

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Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Visual art markets?”

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