When you write your artist’s biography with the Inverted Pyramid style you’ll enhance your art writing skills and self-promotion.
Writing using the Inverted Pyramid Style is a valuable lesson I learned when I launched Manhattan Arts International magazine under the mentorship of a leading United Press International correspondent. Since then, I follow this style, whenever I write an Artist’s Biography or Art Review and an Art Business Article like this one.
How the name originated
Prominent journalists have been using the “Inverted Pyramid” style for ages. This style of writing is called an “Inverted Pyramid” because it follows the visual image of an upside-down pyramid. It reminds you to think about priority order and write the most important information first and less significant facts in the paragraphs that follow.
Basic Format: 3 components
The top part or beginning of your writing is called THE LEAD This is where you provide the most important information, perhaps an overall synopsis of what makes you distinctive.
The middle part is what is referred to as THE BODY. It contains several paragraphs that share additional facts about you and your art career accomplishments. You may want to include important praise quotes made by art writers or collectors. This part is the substantial content and your aim is to build a high level of interest.
The ending is the third and final part known as the TAIL/CONCLUSION. This section contains important information regarding your career but not as worthy of being placed in the upper portion.
The Inverted Pyramid Style of writing is more important now than ever
Visitors to your art website will probably be in a hurry and read or recall only the first part of the first paragraph of your biography.
Based on what you write in the beginning, readers will quickly decide whether they want to read more. Also, by focusing on the most important keywords in the first paragraph on your “About the Artist” page, you’ll boost your SEO.
Follow these simple steps
Prioritize your content.
Avoid starting your Artist’s Biography with non-career information.
Don’t bury your important achievements in the middle or bottom of the pyramid!
Begin your artist’s biography with confidence.
Don’t be shy. Write about your proudest accomplishments and most interesting events in your life.
Write enthusiastically and coherently.
By following these simple steps you’ll be encouraging your readers to continue reading more about you.
Samples of Artist’s Biographies
Bren Sibilsky raises classical subjects to awe-inspiring, emotive heights and is capable of portraying a range of expressions. Her portfolio includes full standing figures, equestrian statues, portraits, and reliefs.
She has attracted many collectors from North America and Europe and receives many commissions for her art.
Bren’s numerous one-person and group exhibitions include those at: The Miller Art Museum; Koehline Museum; Fairfield Museum; and The Salmagundi Club of New York; among others.
Bren has won multiple awards in sculpture, painting and drawing. They include those from International ARC Salon and the National Sculpture Society, New York, N.Y. She also won a Special Recognition Art Award for her artwork in one of Manhattan Arts International’s annual “HerStory” exhibitions.
In 2024 Bren was chosen for “The Healing Power of Art Inspired by Nature” Invitational Exhibition presented by The Healing Power of ART & ARTISTS, an initiative of Manhattan Arts International, NYC, NY.
A graduate of the Milwaukee Institute of Art and Design, Bren Sibilsky is the founder and an instructor of the Algoma Atelier of Sculpture and Art, in Wisconsin.
Valerie Patterson creates watercolor paintings that convey powerful images about the human experience. She has received several awards for communicating a profound visceral impact and for her technical prowess.
Valerie’s watercolor paintings have been exhibited extensively throughout the United States in both group and solo exhibitions including The Bond St. Gallery in Brooklyn, NY, The Torpedo Factory Art Center in Alexandria, VA, The Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center in Solomons, Maryland and The Arts & Literature Laboratory in New Haven CT.
In 2024 Valerie won the People’s Choice award at the annual juried show at the Adirondack Artists Guild. Her many other awards include: 1st Prize in The Dayton Ohio International Museum Of Peace International Juried Peace Arts Exhibition. She received Awards of Excellence and a Featured Artist Award from Manhattan Arts International, NYC, NY.
Valerie’s book “ART TO START THE CONVERSATION” was published in 2023 by ABCarlson Publishing. She states, “Throughout this book I discuss my thoughts and process as well as the stories behind the creation of each work.”
“Valerie’s art moves beyond superficial aesthetic beauty and transforms us to become more aware and compassionate”, wrote Renee Phillips, Director of Manhattan Arts International, NYC, NY.
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