Most gallery texts read like press releases. They describe the exhibition but give collectors no reason to care. A good catalog text does something different: it builds context that makes the work easier to understand, easier to talk about, and easier to buy.
I write texts for galleries and auction houses that do exactly that. Research-based, clear, and written for the people who actually read them: collectors, curators, journalists, and the general public walking through your doors.
What You Get
- Catalog texts and exhibition essays
- Curatorial statements that frame exhibitions for press, collectors, and funders
- Wall labels that inform without lecturing
- Press releases that journalists actually read
- Press kits for art fairs and media outreach
- Auction lot descriptions
Every text is research-based. I start with the artist's practice, the exhibition concept, and the market context. The result reads like it was written by someone who understands art history, because it was.
How It Works
Tell me about your exhibition
Send me an email with what you need. Images of the works, your concept (if you have one), and your deadline.
Get a proposal within 48h
I reply with a clear scope, timeline, and price. Catalog texts typically take 1 to 2 weeks.
Receive your text
You get a polished, ready-to-publish text with one round of revisions included.
What Clients Say
The curatorial text is brilliantly written by an intellectually gifted person who truly knows the subject.
Sergei Sviatchenko
Artist
Viborg, Denmark
Thank you for the promptness and the excellent article in the catalog.
Mykhailo Vasylenko
Director of the auction house Goldens
Kyiv, Ukraine
Wonderful article style, thank you!
Mira Tsybukovska
Co-founder of Mio Gallery
Antwerp, Belgium
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| Deliverable | Starting price | Timeline |
|---|---|---|
| Catalog text / exhibition essay | €500 | 1-2 weeks |
| Curatorial statement | Quoted per project | 5-7 days |
| Wall labels | Quoted per project | 5-7 days |
| Press release / press kit | Quoted per project | 5-7 days |
I send a detailed proposal within 48 hours of your first email.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does a catalog text take?
Most catalog texts take 1 to 2 weeks. Curatorial statements and wall labels are usually faster, around 5 to 7 days. If you have a tight deadline, tell me upfront and I will adjust.
Do you work with galleries outside Spain?
Yes. I work with galleries, auction houses, and artists worldwide. Everything is handled remotely. I write in English, Spanish, Ukrainian, and Russian.
What do you need from me to start?
Images of the works, any background material you have (artist CV, previous texts, exhibition concept), and your deadline. If you do not have a concept yet, I can help shape one.
How much does it cost?
Catalog texts start from €500. Curatorial statements and wall labels are quoted per project. I send a clear proposal with scope, timeline, and price within 48 hours of your first email.
