The Irving Sandler Artists File is a digitized image database and slide registry that is open to the public free-of-charge, and is regularly used by curators, artists, gallery owners, collectors, consultants, and students to discover the work of visual artists. It is one of the largest and most comprehensive artist registries in the country. With the launch of the newly revised website in the Spring of 2006, the Artists File exists solely on the internet - the database allows artists to include 12 images, statement and resume in their online portfolio, and has rendered the hard files obselete.

There is no fee to join or view the Artists File, and users of the File contact the artists directly. Artists are encouraged to update their materials at least once every year, and an artist’s online file that has not been updated in two years will automatically* be removed and made inactive. (*A warning email will be sent 1 month prior to this date)

Application Procedure
You can join the Artists File easily with a new dynamic interface. Go to the JOIN page (www.afonline.artistsspace.org/join.php) and fill out the information on this page, and an email will be sent to you automatically with your password. You can now log-in to your page and upload images and information. After you have uploaded AT LEAST 2 images of your work, a staff member will briefly review your portfolio and post your page online usually in 7 days (please allow up to 14 days). After your account has been activated, you may update and access your portfolio page at your convenience.

To join the new Artists File Online you must have an active email address (this will be your username), and post a minimum of 2 images to the Artists File database. Your portfolio page may include up to 12 images of your artwork. Image files should be JPG format with 72 resolution and a MINIMUM of 350 x 450 pixels for best results. (Large images may take longer to upload) The online database will automatically re-size your images to fit the parameters, and will keep the aspect ratio, so you need not worry much about the size as long it is at least the above size. Very large files may take longer to upload, so it is best to keep them under 1MB in size.

The new web interface allows you to make changes to your artists file online and at your convenience. Just log in and go to the ‘Artist’ section where you will be able to make changes. Please remember to update your artists file with any address, email, or phone number changes. **It is particularly important to keep your email address current as this is how interested curators will get in touch with you.**

The Artists File is NO LONGER ACCEPTING HARD FILE MATERIALS such as slides, press clippings, books, or reviews. Please DO NOT send these materials as they will be returned to you immediately if a self-addressed stamped envelope is included, or discarded if not postage has been included.

Support and Information

For artists support including digital resources, and answers to frequently asked questions - http://www.artistsspace.org/afonline/support.html

For help with navigating the Artists File Online and general questions, visit the Help page - http://www.afonline.artistsspace.org/help.php

For any other questions or problems please contact Mirelle Borra, Artists File Coordinator at artfile@artistsspace.org or by phone Monday and Wednesday (10am - 6pm EST) at 212-226-3970 ext. 308