Tripping Over Canvases

This book is a mentor that you can always keep with you and not have to worry about whether or not you're being bothersome or asking silly questions. The curator is the artist until it's time for the art. There is no straight line to becoming an art curator but this book can help you avoid going in circles.

"Dontae T. Muse's Tripping Over Canvases provides wonderful hands-on guidance for those looking to break into a career of curation ... from the need to understand history to getting experience to knowing what matters to you."

Kristin J. DeAngelis - Art Curator * Art Advocate * Art Educator

Mana Contemporary/K. DeAngelis Art Projects

"Tripping Over Canvases: How to Become a Successful Art Curator is an indispensable resource for anyone aspiring to pursue a career in the captivating world of art curation. Written by Dontae Muse, a seasoned curator with years of experience in the field, this step-by-step guide provides an insightful and thorough exploration of the skills required to excel in the world of art and curation. Tripping Over Canvases takes readers on a journey, starting with the basics of what art curation entails and gradually delving deeper into the nuances of the profession. 

Dr. Valerie Gillespie - Pencil On Paper Gallery

Dallas, Tx

"Do you have aspirations of becoming a better artist, an art curator, or just want to gain insight into the world of art curation? Then "Tripping Over Canvases: How To Curate A Successful Art Career" should be at the top of your must-read list. D. Muse provides straightforward, detailed information in an easy-to-read style that answers questions that you didn't even know you had."

Cathy Shannon - Chief Curator, E & S Gallery

Louisville, KY

"Tripping Over Canvases: How to Become a Successful Art Curator is an indispensable resource for anyone aspiring to pursue a career in the captivating world of art curation. Written by Dontae Muse, a seasoned curator with years of experience in the field, this step-by-step guide provides an insightful and thorough exploration of the skills required to excel in the world of art and curation. Tripping Over Canvases takes readers on a journey, starting with the basics of what art curation entails and gradually delving deeper into the nuances of the profession. 

Dr. Valerie Gillespie - Pencil On Paper Gallery

Dallas, Tx

"Do you have aspirations of becoming a better artist, an art curator, or just want to gain insight into the world of art curation? Then "Tripping Over Canvases: How To Curate A Successful Art Career" should be at the top of your must-read list. D. Muse provides straightforward, detailed information in an easy-to-read style that answers questions that you didn't even know you had."

Cathy Shannon - Chief Curator, E & S Gallery

Louisville, KY