S2E2: Proof That Artists Can Express Artwork and Create Revenue Through Multiple Streams with guest Sergio Gomez

Sergio Gomez who is not only an Artist, but also the owner of 33 Gallery, founder of Art NXT Level, host of the Vlog Breakfast with Sergio, as well as an Art curator, joins Erin Sparler this week. Sergio and Erin illustrate to the public, that artists have many avenues to take to achieve success.   

 

Sergio is an abstract figurative artist who was eager to achieve entrepreneurship. Sergio realized early on that art was his passion and path to happiness. However, Sergio wanted to expand his art career in more than one way. The first avenue he took was opening 33 Art Gallery in Chicago. At this time, he never ran a business before, did not have sufficient funds to rely on, but he had the most important contributor of them all… the urge and the passion for sharing his art. Sergio shares his story on how he beat the odds against him and became an entrepreneur by using his art skills. 

 

The urge to become an artist might be frightening, and sometimes potential artists quickly quit their artistic passion due to fear. Sergio motivates us with sharing his story, background and current successes. In many cases, it is important for artists to create multiple revenue streams to rely on. However, many artists may find themselves stuck on where to begin or what avenue to take to achieve these streams. Sergio has some excellent tips and opportunities to share that any artist with the urge to reach success, should take advantage of. Let Sergio’s shared input on this episode motivate you and guide you to a path to become a successful artist.  

 

In this episode you’ll hear: 

[2:50] How Sergio Turned Artists and an Entrepreneur 

[4:07] How Sergio Funded His Art Gallery 

[7:06] How Struggles Motivated Sergio’s Urge to Share with The World 

[8:32] Sergio’s Vlog Set Up 

[10:14] The Many Ways Sergio Turned his Art to Product 

[11:41] How the Brand Become Sergio by Creating a Triumvirate   

[13:01] The Importance of Multiple Revenue Streams 

[16:01] The Many Platforms of Sergio’s Presentation 

[19:32] How Sergio Educates Audience 

[21:45] Sergio’s Struggles Creates his Story 

[24:40] How Sergio Creates Momentum and Community Engagement 

[26:50] Applications That Create Productivity and Social Media Tips 

[34:58] Artists Must Call to Action 

[38:07] Being Careful with Contracts While Creating Long term Relationships 

[48:20] Is Sharing Success, bragging?  

[51:50] Erin’s Passion to Help Student’s Succeed, not quit 

[53:54] Sergio’s Gallery Staffing and Intern Involvement 

[55:20] The Power of Partnerships 

 

Links and Resources: 

Sergio Gomez LinkedIn 

Sergio Gomez Instagram 

Breakfast With Sergio Vlog 

Contemporary Gallery Studio Gallery 33 Contemporary 

Art NXT Level 

All About Sergio 

Zhou B Art Center 

 

Books Mentioned: 

Organization and Productivity for the Working Artist 

Jab, Jab, Jab, Right Hook: Gary Vaynerchuk 

 

Apps Mentioned: 

Artsy 

iCanvas 

SmartHash 

Planoly 

Evernote