In an era of instant digital images, why do exhibition catalogues continue to sell?
It is vital to distinguish between two types of production. EXHIBITION CATALOGUE
📌 Always be explicit about your cataloguing choices—such as whether measurements include frames—to ensure clarity for future researchers. In an era of instant digital images, why
One might argue, "Why print a catalogue when you can have a QR code?" The answer lies in the psychology of engagement. Digital viewing is fleeting; print is permanent. One might argue, "Why print a catalogue when
A complete list of all items exhibited, including title, medium, dimensions, and owner.
Conversely, we are seeing the catalogue as an artwork itself – bound in handmade paper, containing a signed print or a flash drive with exclusive footage, sold as a high-value edition of 50.
: The intellectual heart of the book. It explains the theme, why these specific works were chosen, and addresses relevant social or political issues. Artist Profiles & Statements