The artist is the person whose contribution you want to understand. A studio tag, shared account or old project may explain part of that context, but should not erase the individual author. Identify the creator of the work and the current public route for an enquiry.
02 / THE WORKING RELATIONSHIP
Resident. Guest. Former collaborator.
These relationships can mean different things. Ask which one applies now and who confirms the relevant arrangement. A portfolio image or an old location tag does not establish current residency, access, available appointments or a studio’s endorsement of every claim.
03 / THE ACTUAL DISCUSSION
Confirm where. Clarify when.
If location or timing matters, ask where the initial conversation would actually take place and who is responsible for confirming it. Do not make a commitment or travel plan from a broad directory category alone. Read the actual terms before interpreting a reply as an arrangement.
○ THE PUBLIC INDEX IS BEING PREPARED. No approved artist profiles are published yet. Editorial photographs are not directory-member profiles.
TAKE A CLEARER QUESTION WITH YOU
A question worth asking the creator.
These prompts organise an enquiry. They do not assess competence, establish availability or confirm a commission.
Who created the portfolio example?
What is their current relationship to the place mentioned?