Australian Art Curator Shares How Artists Can Get Noticed

In this episode of The Professional Artist Podcast , art curator Amber Creswell Bell is featured by the Professional Artist Association ( ProfessionalArtist.com/join ), the world's fastest-growing global community for committed fine artists. Amber is a PAA Faculty member, curator, author, and advocate for emerging creatives. As Director of Emerging Art at Michael Reid Galleries for six years and founder of the National Emerging Art Prize, she has championed unrepresented artists and created platforms that amplify their voices. In this episode, Amber dives deep into the strategies and principles that define her work. She shares how she identifies and supports emerging artists, the methods she uses to help them find their voice and audience, and actionable ways to create platforms that foster community and growth. She also explores how artists can balance the demands of the art world with staying true to their creative vision, offering practical advice for navigating the industry while maintaining authenticity. This conversation is packed with insights and inspiration for any creative looking to advance their career and make a meaningful impact in the art world. “Don't sit back in your quiet studio and wait for it to come to you. I think the burning lesson there is that you really need to be proactive.” – Amber Creswell Bell Timestamps 00:00 Introduction 01:10 Championing Emerging Artists and Creating Platforms 02:08 Amber’s Artistic Inspirations and Cy Twombly’s Influence 04:03 Approaching Galleries: Common Mistakes and Best Practices 09:01 Amber’s Transition from Corporate Career to Curator 13:06 Making Art Accessible: Exhibitions and Inclusive Approaches 15:18 Creating Opportunities: Pop-Up Exhibitions and Collaboration 17:00 Pivotal Moments: Curating First Show and Working with Michael Reid 19:39 Founding the National Emerging Art Prize 22:19 Writing Books: Breaking Down Barriers in the Art World 27:02 The Role of Books and Digital Platforms in Promoting Art 29:02 Social Media and Balancing Content Creation with Art Practice 31:04 Final Advice: Be Proactive, Push Past Comfort Zones, and Stay Engaged Access the members-only full unabridged conversation here: https://hub.professionalartist.com/c/deep-dives-vault/amber-creswell-bell Links to artworks discussed: Her artworks can be seen in the YouTube version of this podcast here. Resources: Michael Reid Galleries : https://michaelreid.com.au The National Emerging Art Prize: https://nationalemergingartprize.com Connect with Amber: Website: https://www.ambercreswell.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amber_creswell_bell Learn more about The Professional Artist Association: Join 50,000+ artists getting Free advice & inspiration: https://professionalartist.com/letter Join ≈1,000 committed artists around the world for less than $1, £ or € a day: https://professionalartist.com/join Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/professionalartistaccelerator Free training and resources: Free training on how to find art buyers without a big following: https://professionalartist.com/find-your-next-3-fine-art-collectors/?utm_source=PODCAST&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=2025-06 Free insider report on how Painters, Sculptors, and Fine Art Photographers make their art income stable and consistent: https://professionalartist.com/report/?utm_source=PODCAST&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=free_report If you enjoyed this episode, please like and subscribe, share it with another artist and leave us a review. We read every single one.