Books
Brainard Carey has written books on the art world. They are among the most practical career guides available for working artists.
Allworth Press, July 14, 2026
Making It in the Art World
The definitive guide to launching and sustaining an art career — from writing press releases to building relationships with galleries.
“Brainard Carey offers a clear and incisive analysis of how the art world works, outlining the methods and ideas artists need to succeed. His book is a well-documented guide, organized into focused sections on galleries, collectors, and other cultural institutions. It is a must-read for both emerging and mid-career artists.”
—Suzanne Anker, Chair of Fine Arts, School of Visual Arts, New York
“Survival and/or success in the art world is all about making it up as you go along. This book will help you do that.”
—Robert Storr, artist, curator, and critic; former Director of Visual Arts for the 52nd Venice Biennale, senior curator at MoMA, and Dean of the Yale School of Art
Also by Brainard Carey
2013
New Markets for Artists
How to use social media, crowdfunding, and the internet to build an audience and sell work directly.
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2019
Sell Online Like A Creative Genius
Practical strategies for marketing and selling your work through online platforms and social media.
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2012
How I Got Into the Whitney Biennial
A firsthand account of navigating opportunity, visibility, and museum exhibition as a working artist.
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2018
Succeed With Social Media
A practical guide to using social media with clarity, consistency, and creative purpose.
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2022
The Problems In The Art World
An A to Z navigation guide to the recurring problems artists face in the art world.
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2020
Fund Your Dreams Like A Creative Genius
A complete guide to grant writing, residency applications, and building financial support for your practice.
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2018
School of Wishing
A creative and philosophical guide to manifesting the artistic life and career you want.
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