Frequently Asked Questions
What is LAL?
Look At Life is a global arts community based in New York City. Founded in 2005 by O.A.R. bassist, Benj Gershman, as an evolving collective established in Warhol’s Factory vision in order to create a network for artists that inspires creativity and opportunities via artistic formats, both online and in culturally influential cities. Through grass-roots marketing initiatives, philanthropic-associated programs and Live Artist Content, Look At Life is a direct reflection of Pop Culture: Photography, Art, Literature, Music and Video.
Why was LAL started?
Look At Life was created by Benj Gershman to provide an online forum for artists, writers, photographers, and videographers to share their creative work. The hope was to have a common home to display people’s unique outlooks.
I share my photos through Flikr and other photo sharing websites, why should I put my photos on LAL as well?
Look At Life actively seeks out ways to create exposure for our artists. We provide exhibition opportunities both online and in gallery spaces throughout New York City.
I publish my blog at my own domain, why should I publish it to LAL as well?
Look At Life hopes to provide a forum for different types of writing. There is no specific reason to double-post, we only hope to provide a free means of sharing your creative writing, whether blog, poetry, essays, etc.
Why does my art need to be approved before it goes Live on LAL?
Quality control. While we are not opposed to sharing anyone’s work; regardless of type of art, photography, writing, or video, we do not want our community to host pornographic, offensive, or explicit content. The screening process is not very strict.
How will LAL feature my artwork?
A single photo from each gallery you submit for approval can be chosen as your primary photo that will be submitted for display through LAL’s homepage art. Also a single photo can be chosen to represent your UserProfile, this image may also be chosen to be featured by our Admin.
How can I become a featured artist?
Simply submit your work and choose the (featured) piece or pieces of art you would like featured. If you do not see it featured through our homepage within a few days of submission, Email and make a personal request.
Does it cost any money to join LAL?
No, it does not. LAL is a free service.
Can I earn money through LAL?
Hopefully, that is up to you and what type of sharing you do. Through our community, various artists have sold pieces of art and photography.
Is there a file limit size?
No, but we ask people to be respectful of our server space, so we hope that file re-sizing is done on your end. In the near future, we will have tighter restrictions for this purpose; but as an independent start-up, we have not implemented any restrictions as of yet.
Is there a total storage size limit?
No. Space is unlimited. Share as much work as you’d like.
Will my information be shared with any other websites?
No, all information is kept private.Please review our Terms of Service which outline specifics regarding how we agree to respect your privacy.
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