The Thriving Artist Podcast

What is patronage; and who can be a patron of the arts? For Shannon Robinson, curator and chairperson of Windows to the Divine, wants everyone to understand that they can become a collector regardless of financial means or cultural biases around the art market. She does this through Windows to the Divine’s educational programs that teach about patronage, the art industry, and philanthropy. Topics Include:Collectors & Patrons:“We use the term ‘collector’ or ‘patron’, and it feels like you’re being an elitist.”“Patronage is for everyone; I believe it’s a moral imperative.”“Everybody has to do collect in order to make sure that the visual arts thrive and survive.”“This is the best time in human history to be a collector because anyone can do it.”Getting started as a Collector:Regardless of financial means, anyone can become a collectorBecoming a collector is a “wonderful lifetime journey.”“Go to art shows, get involved in an art museum, subscribe to magazines, take an art history class, consider going to you