A gallerist is an owner or operator of an art gallery. Gallerists buy and sell artworks, and they often focus on higher-end pieces that carry premium prices. Gallerists may also work with curators and art dealers to determine which pieces to show.

A gallery is a place, virtually online or as a local business, where artwork is displayed, offered and sold. Most galleries display contemporary art or specialise in special topics and areas of art, such as paintings and graphic art.

The main source of income for art galleries is the sale of art and the commission taken from each artwork sold. At times though, art sales can be variable whereas the costs associated with running a gallery are fixed; so it's crucial not to put all of your eggs in one basket and find other revenue streams.

In its most basic form, an art gallery is a curated space where art is displayed and sold. They work directly with artists they scout and represent, as well, with the art collectors and audience interested in their work. -They are the link between artists and potential collectors or art buyers.