I suppose I should give you, readers, some idea of what we did. That's usually the first thing artists want to know before telling me that they too want to do such a thing.
To simplify the last ten years, here's how it went.
In 2000 I quit my job(s) teaching art in public school, bought an old, run down, dilapidated building in a great location, rehabbed the building over the next year, spent that time talking to artists, and making plans. In April of 2001, called a meeting in our newly painted and spiffy building (and served some snacks and wine), talked about my vision for a cooperative gallery. Answered all questions about accountability and structure. Handed out contracts to artists and signed up 20 people immediately.
Then the next ten years happened...lots of artists were juried in, made and sold lots of art, had parties, openings, made some collaborative art and many great details that I will try to recall as I add posts to this blog.
It was a lot grittier than that, but I'll fill you in as we go.
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