Handling Artists, with Care.

Marks On Canvas is a boutique agency providing studio and artist management solutions to Chicago-based BIPOC artists and BIPOC led arts organizations. We play a crucial role in supporting artists by handling the business and administrative aspects of their work, allowing them to channel more energy and focus towards their artistic process. Our collaborative and care-driven approach enhances the creative output and long-term success of artists and their projects.

Solutions

  • Project Partnership

    Liaising with collaborators to define project scopes and statements of work, clarify requirements, explain executable ideas clearly and manage expectations transparently

  • Arts Administration

    Sourcing solutions to administrative tasks, such as handling contracts, invoices, travel arrangements and reimbursements

  • Logistical Support

    Organizing & coordinating materials, exhibitions, resources, etc.

  • Time Management

    Managing schedules, deadlines, and capacities; helping evolve creative concepts into clear sets of deliverables, ensuring deadlines are met

  • Strategic Communications

    Promoting artist work by managing marketing strategy, such as website, social media, newsletters, and press releases

  • Networking and Collaborations

    Facilitating connections with other artists, galleries, art professionals, and other new business ventures to broaden artists’ potential for collaboration and exposure

What artists are saying…

“There is no Floating Museum without Bianca Marks.”

–Faheem Majeed, Visuals Artist
New City October 2023

“Bianca has proven to be an invaluable resource in my artistic pursuits. I engaged her services at a moment when I could no longer stay on top of the volume of interest my work was generating. Artists are increasingly expected to manage every component of their artistic practice, often at the consequence of creative production itself. Bianca's expertise in marketing, promotions, social media and time management have allowed me to more effectively share my work while also helping me regain much needed studio time. She is astute, compassionate, professional and smart. Her background in marketing and passion for art are a perfect combination. I'd highly recommend her services.”

–Amanda Williams
MacArthur Fellow
Artist & Architect

Let’s Create!