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Curatorial

A Guide to Exhibition Proposals

Andrea Sofia Matos
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2026

This workbook is designed to guide you step by step through the exhibition proposal process, helping you transform your initial idea into a clear, professional submission. The workbook encourages reflection and revision as your ideas evolve. By the end, you will have a cohesive, well-structured exhibition proposal that is ready to send.

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In this comprehensive workbook you will be guided through all aspects of the exhibition proposal process: 

  Exhibition Concept – define your theme, focus, and curatorial vision

  Exhibition Description – summarize the project, scope, and audience

  Artist Information – outline your artist and artwork lists

  Curatorial Statement – define your curatorial approach and vision

  Layout & Installation Plan – outline layout, display, and technical needs

  Marketing – detail your strategy, audience and promotional plans

  Budget & Resources– create an estimated budget, outline any additional resources 

  Timeline & Logistics – map out key dates, milestones, and programs 

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  1. Workbook PDF (downloadable)
  2. Excel Budget form template (downloadable)

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Revised on
October 30, 2026
About the instructor
Andrea Sofia Matos

Andrea Sofía Matos (Bayamón, Puerto Rico) is a curator, writer and arts administrator with a concentration on contemporary art from the Caribbean, and their diasporas. She currently works at the Museum of Contemporary Art in Puerto Rico as the Associate of Development. She is also the Director of Development for Sabroso!, a curatorial project, art gallery, and advisory based in Puerto Rico. In addition, she co-leads Between Currents, an open-source platform dedicated to supporting, archiving, and inspiring Caribbean cultural production alongside Amanda Bradley and Lauryn Lawrence. 

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