Initial Gallery Visit & Inquiry
A collector visits a new gallery for the first time, expressing general interest in their artists and current exhibitions, and asking about their collection focus.
一位收藏家首次参观一家新画廊，表达对画廊艺术家和当前展览的普遍兴趣，并询问画廊的收藏重点。
对话
聆听并跟进对话
词汇
对话中的必备词汇和短语
exhibition
A public display of works of art, like paintings or sculptures, in a gallery or museum. Use it when talking about art shows.
在画廊或博物馆中公开展示艺术作品，如绘画或雕塑。谈论艺术展览时使用。
represent
In art, it means a gallery works with and promotes an artist. Use it to ask about which artists a gallery handles.
在艺术中，它意味着画廊与艺术家合作并推广艺术家。使用它来询问画廊处理哪些艺术家。
contemporary
Relating to modern times, often used for art created in the last 50 years or so. It's common in discussions about current art trends.
与现代相关，通常用于过去50年左右创作的艺术。在当前艺术趋势的讨论中很常见。
emerging
New or rising artists who are gaining attention but not yet famous. Useful for talking about up-and-coming talent in art collecting.
尚未成名但正在获得关注的新的或崛起的艺术家。在艺术收藏中谈论即将走红的人才时很有用。
niche
A specialized area or focus, like a gallery's specific type of art. Use it to describe a unique specialty in business or hobbies.
一个专业化的领域或焦点，就像画廊的特定类型的艺术。用于描述商业或爱好中的独特专长。
conceptual
Art that focuses on ideas and concepts rather than just visual beauty. Common in modern art discussions to describe thought-provoking works.
专注于理念和概念而非单纯视觉美感的艺术。在现代艺术讨论中常用以描述发人深省的作品。
medium
The material or method used in art, like paint, sculpture, or video. Ask about it to learn how artists create their work.
艺术中使用的材料或方法，如绘画、雕塑或视频。询问它以了解艺术家如何创作他们的作品。
installation
A type of art where objects are arranged in a space to create an immersive experience. It's a key term for contemporary art exhibits.
一种艺术形式，在空间中布置物体以创造沉浸式体验。它是当代艺术展览的关键术语。
appointment
A planned meeting at a specific time. Use it when scheduling follow-up discussions, like with a gallery.
在特定时间计划的会议。在安排后续讨论时使用，例如与画廊。
catalog
A list or booklet with details and images of art pieces. In galleries, it helps collectors review works online or in print.
一份包含艺术作品细节和图像的列表或小册子。在画廊中，它帮助收藏家在线或打印版审阅作品。
关键句型
需要记住和练习的重要短语
Is there anything I can help you with today or are you just browsing?
This is a polite way to greet a customer and offer assistance. It's useful in service situations to start a conversation. The 'or' connects two options, showing alternatives.
这是礼貌地问候顾客并提供帮助的方式。在服务情境中用于开始对话很有用。'or'连接两个选项，显示备选。
I've been following some of the artists you represent for a while now.
Expresses ongoing interest in something. 'Following' means keeping track of, and 'for a while now' indicates duration. Use it to show you've done research before visiting.
表达对某事的持续兴趣。'Following' 意为跟踪，'for a while now' 表示持续时间。使用它来显示您在访问前进行了研究。
I'm very impressed with your selection.
A compliment on choices made, like art pieces. 'Impressed with' means positively surprised. It's great for building rapport in professional talks.
对所做选择（如艺术作品）的赞美。'Impressed with' 意味着正面惊讶。在专业对话中建立 rapport 很棒。
What would you say is the gallery's primary focus or niche?
Asks for an opinion on the main area of expertise. 'What would you say' softens the question politely. Useful for inquiring about specialties in business or hobbies.
询问对主要专业领域的意见。'What would you say' 礼貌地缓和了问题。有助于询问商业或爱好中的专长。
We primarily focus on contemporary art with a strong emphasis on conceptual pieces.
Describes main interests clearly. 'Primarily' means mainly, and 'with a strong emphasis on' highlights importance. Use it to explain your business or personal focus.
清晰描述主要兴趣。'Primarily' 意为主要，'with a strong emphasis on' 突出重要性。用于解释您的业务或个人焦点。
Do you represent artists working in a particular medium, or is it more across the board?
Inquires about scope, with 'across the board' meaning in all areas. The 'or' structure compares options. Helpful for understanding variety in services or products.
询问范围，其中 'across the board' 意为所有领域。'or' 结构比较选项。有助于理解服务或产品的多样性。
Our priority is the strength of the concept and execution, regardless of medium.
States what's most important. 'Regardless of' means no matter what. It's useful for explaining criteria in evaluations, like art or projects.
指出最重要的事。'Regardless of' 意思是无论什么。它有助于解释评估中的标准，比如艺术或项目。
I'd love to learn more about some of the artists you mentioned, perhaps at a later, more in-depth meeting.
Shows interest in future discussion. 'I'd love to' expresses enthusiasm, and 'in-depth' means detailed. Use it to suggest follow-ups politely.
显示对未来讨论的兴趣。“I'd love to”表达热情，“in-depth”意为详细。使用它来礼貌地建议跟进。
I can give you my card now, and you can contact me to set up an appointment.
Offers contact info for scheduling. 'Set up' means arrange. Common in networking to keep communication open.
提供用于预约的联系信息。'Set up' 意为安排。在网络中常见，以保持沟通开放。
I look forward to exploring your collection further.
Expresses positive anticipation. 'Look forward to' means eagerly await, and 'further' means more in the future. A good closing for conversations showing continued interest.
表达积极的期待。'Look forward to' 意思是热切等待，'further' 意思是未来更多。一个展示持续兴趣的对话的好结尾。