Hi there! :) How I gained exposure is a little bit varried. First the internet is easily accessible by anyone and marketing yourself there is free. I set up blogs and a Facebook page, though they were never intended for getting exposure. I just want to share my work and I think the exposure is just an added bonus. If people like your work, they will share it. I’m happy that people share my work but if they don’t, it’s okay as well. :) And then there’s also going out. I think that being behind a computer doesn’t come across the same way as meeting someone in real life. I have Marj Sia to thank for that. There came a point where she brought me to so many social events that I was able to meet people who I eventually got to work with. Sometimes how more real or how more tangible you are makes a person remember you more. I’m incredibly quiet and socially passive so I rarely go after people. I’ve submitted my portfolio to a few companies and I never got a call. Haha! How I get work often has nothing to do with me being the initating party. A lot of times it’s because someone else talked about me or I was sumbled upon accidentaly and they’re very kind to feature or talk about me (referral). There are some people who are very persistent in marketing their work and themselves, sending in their porfolios to several firms and companies. I’ve seen people in social gatherings who flash their phones with their works to people like a proud dad saying “look at my wife and kids!!!” Haha. If you want exposure, this is the way to go! You have to get yourself out there!! I admire people who can confidently show their works to others and wave the “hire me” banner. I’m very reluctant and I get occasionally scolded for this. :( My exhibit’s promotion was really simple. Just facebook and tumblr, I think. And we (Heima and I) just sent emails to the people we know. That’s about it. :)