It is also true that works of art increase in value each time that they are exhibited. This is one of the reasons why major collectors are interested in exhibitions and relationships with museums and galleries. The artist whose works you are buying should be showing work not only in shows hosted by their dealer but also in regional art shows, area art exhibitions, juried art exhibitions, college and university galleries, community art museums, competitions, etc. There are many artist organizations that host exhibitions and feature the work of fine artists. Don't let anyone tell you that there are no good shows in which to exhibit work.
Every artist knows that an exhibition record is paramount to success.
Any dealer should be able to provide a collector with a complete listing of an artist's exhibition record. Whether you are making a purchase or trying to decide about making one, you should be able to review an exhibition record in which an artist has shown his or her work. Many dealers include this type of investment information with your purchase as a rule of thumb. Any respectable art dealer, and there are respectable ones, should be able to give you this exhibition information proudly and with ease. Be cognizant of where an artist shows his or her work.