i see a show about painting. an exhibition at a private art gallery is a way of introducing a new artist to the public .

　　the idea is to stage an event that will create interest in the artist and stimulate sales of his or her work. exhibitions of painting , sculpture, and photography at public museums and galleries are different from private showings.

　　the works exhibited at public museums are by established, well-known artists. many exhibitions include works from the museum’s permanent collection—that is, works owned by the museum.