TITLING ARTWORK
A title adds value to your artwork. A buyer wants to feel that he/she is about to purchase your best work ever. They are going to have a hard time believing this if the work is called “Untitled 397.” It can be a deal stopper or a turn off to a potential customer. Titles do matter to the art buyer!
I have found that a good title:
Can provide insight into my inspiration or intention for the work
Can help the artwork tell a story
Can emphasize what I want the viewer to focus upon
Can enhance the energy or mood of the painting
Can add a poetic or metaphoric tone to the painting
Can leave room for the viewer to bring his or her own meaning
Can be memorable, original, and personal
In the case below, I chose words from Leonard Cohen, a poet and song writer.
Suzanne takes you down…..
40” x 30”
acrylic on canvas
2021
I chose the title because over many years I have had fond memories of being told I was a muse. I also love the song and wanted to honor Leonard Cohen so it was kind of a collaboration. The image itself felt like a soothing quiet spot where I imagined the spaciousness of creativity residing.
Suzanne
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