The Rise Of The ARTrepreneur
Benjamin Wolff • March 28, 2018
Like other independent professionals, artists have a keen memory of past financial crises. For New York City-based painter and printmaker Julio Valdez, the repeated economic shocks of the early 1990's, 1997, 2001 and 2008, compelled him to ask some tough questions. "How did we get into this? There's no war. There's no famine. You work hard, and something happens. Again and again. It has nothing to do with you."
Valdez understood that an artist pursuing a traditional career—shows in galleries, commissions, teaching—would always be the first to suffer "when the economy has a little sneeze," as he put it. There were two problems.
Clean and spacious private room with a private bathroom is currently available for short-term rental on a weekly or monthly basis. Situated within a larger floor dedicated to artist studios in the renowned East Harlem neighborhood, this space is ideal for individuals in the art industry seeking temporary accommodation in the city. Specifically designed to cater to artists and writers requiring short stays, this room is not intended for long-term leasing purposes. While the bedroom is still in the process of being set up, the remainder of the floor and kitchen are fully prepared for use. The space will be ready for occupancy starting February 1st, offered at a rate of $495 per week.
A two-person Exhibition - Oct. 21 to Dec. 2, 2023
Presented by Art Lives Here at JVS Project Space