Paddy Johnson

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Art Problems: How Do I Get the Guggenheim Fellowship?

Tired of getting rejected year after year? Don't despair. Paddy Johnson is here to help.

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Art Problems: Why Are There So Many Toxic People in the Art World?

Paddy Johnson with essential tips on how to protect yourself from insecure peers and bad-faith actors.

Obituary

James Wagner, Insatiable Art Collector, Dies at 85

“His pursuit of knowledge knew no bounds, and he represented the very best of what might be considered the true collector’s spirit,” says artist Man Bartlett.

Community

Art Problems: Are My Friends Using Me to Get Shows?

When you’re constantly asked for things you can’t deliver, it can be hard to tell who your real friends are. Paddy Johnson has tips.

Community

Art Problems: WTF Is an A-Corp?

What exactly is an Artist Corporation, and should you start one? Paddy Johnson has your back.

Community

Art Problems: Do I Need to Go to Art Fairs?

Are the fairs worth the back pain and steep ticket prices? Paddy Johnson has the answer.

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Art Problems: How Do I Get Gallery Representation?

Dreaming of showing at your favorite gallery? Paddy Johnson has the masterplan.

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Art Problems: Should I Sell My Work to People Whose Politics I Hate?

Paddy Johnson explains how to make it in the art market without selling your soul.

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Art Problems: How Do I Get Into the Whitney Biennial?

Conventional wisdom says there isn’t much you can do, but Paddy Johnson knows that’s not the whole story.

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Art Problems: Am I Too Old to Fit In?

If you think age is an obstacle to your art career, Paddy Johnson wants you to think again.

Community

Art Problems: Do I Need a Studio?

Worried your kitchen studio might hurt your career? Dread not, Paddy Johnson is back.

Art

Art Problems: Those Artworks Aren't Gonna Sell Themselves

Paddy Johnson talks to experts about common mistakes that hinder an artist’s career and sales.