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YouTube is a video-sharing platform that makes sense for visual artists working in film or animation. But for artists working in 2D and 3D static works, it can be still be a vital resource.<\/p>\n

For the modern artist, there are many outlets and inspirations available at the touch of our keypad, so what is the secret to using YouTube for artists?<\/p>\n

YouTube for art resources<\/h2>\n

In the rush to promote ourselves, it is easy to forget that social media channels offer a vital resource for modern artists as well as a platform. These may be simple \u2018how to\u2019 videos designed to teach a skill or more about specific artists and art movements.<\/p>\n

YouTube is a treasure trove for art lovers and artists. Many pleasant afternoons can be spent in virtual tours of art galleries and exhibitions across the world in the company of curators as many museums have their own YouTube channel.<\/p>\n

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Sistine Chapel Michelangelo 1508 \u2013 1512. Image: Public Domain<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The history of art is explored in classic documentaries covering thousands of years of art in every conceivable medium. There are also classic art documentaries and interviews with artists, dead and alive. One of my favorite elements is that it can connect you with individual works of art you will probably never get to see \u2014 whether the Sistine Chapel<\/a> in Rome or Matisse\u2019s Red Studio<\/a> at the Museum of Modern Art in New York. And even if you\u2019ve been lucky enough to see them, these videos can provide a close-up and often expert interpretation missing from an in-person visit.<\/p>\n

One of the best is the Louisiana Channel.<\/a> Tagged as \u201cvideos on the arts by the artists,\u201d this channel has hundreds of videos to choose from. If the featured art or artist isn\u2019t to your taste, these videos are also a masterclass in how to create your own videos.<\/p>\n

Some art channels you might want to check out<\/h3>\n

Tate Shots<\/a> offers a new video every week<\/p>\n

Museum of Modern Art (MOMA) channel<\/a><\/p>\n

Classic documentaries on art. I recommend Robert Hughes\u2019 Shock of the New<\/em><\/a> and Matthew Collings\u2019 This is Modern Art<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n

In addition to learning about artists and art movements through the centuries, there is a ton of expert advice on offer. Curators, gallery owners, and prominent collectors are generous with their expertise and opinions.\u00a0There are thousands of these videos, so it\u2019s best to rummage around and be as specific as possible in your search terms, including your chosen medium as a minimum.<\/p>\n

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Museum of Modern Art YouTube channel<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

How to use YouTube for your art<\/h2>\n

For anyone who has held an open studio event<\/a> or attended a preview of their own exhibition, connecting with potential buyers can be the difference in making that all-important sale. Collectors and buyers enjoy meeting the artist before buying their work.<\/p>\n

YouTube can help you do this in a virtual world that gives you access to millions of viewers.<\/p>\n

Within YouTube, you are fighting for an audience among the many art channels, so you might find it difficult to find viewers there. However, setting up a YouTube channel allows you to upload videos that can be embedded into your website in a couple of clicks.<\/p>\n

Setting up your YouTube art channel<\/h2>\n

Few things are as easy as setting up a YouTube channel. <\/p>\n

What you will need:<\/p>\n