Artist Patronage Program
Artist Patronage Program
Dear Friends,
Like relationships dating back to the Renaissance between artists and the Church or private collectors, I am pursuing a similar patron relationship. I have decided to reach out to a small group of intimate supporters of my work. If interested, as a Patron, you would commit to a $1000 annual patronage to my art for three years. In return, all Patrons would receive a 50% deduction of all works available for purchase, including paintings, drawings, and prints (excluding framing). Patrons will also receive personal updates from me regarding my current projects and focus in the studio.
In the past, artists have relied upon patrons to carry out their vision and to share their work and talents with the world. These patrons played a critical role not just for artists, but for society and culture at large. We still reap the rewards of these patrons’ investment, as we continue to experience and treasure so many timeless works of art for their beauty and impact on our society.
As a past supporter of my art and me personally, I want to invite you to consider being a patron of me and my work, just as the Church was to Fra Angelico or Enrico Scrovegni was to Giotto. It is my hope that your patronage would inspire timeless works of art in my pursuit of my talent in the same way these artists have rewarded society with their talent. My sense of gratitude to each of you is overwhelming. I would not have been able to make the work I have without your support.
If you have any questions or would prefer to discuss, please let me know.
Sincerely,
Ty Smith
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Patronage Program details below:
Patrons will pay $1000 annually for three years.
Patrons will receive a 50% deduction of all works available for purchase, including paintings, drawings, and prints (excluding framing).
Patrons will receive the first selection of all new work.
Patrons agree to exhibition of any new work purchased within two years of acquisition (with details to be agreed upon with Patron).
