Oh another thing. A cheap option would be to hold a group show, instead of a one-person show. Get two or more people to join in the exhibit. That way you can divide the cost of the venue, invitations, food and cocktails (for the opening), etc. among all the participants. Set a limit on how many works (and size) a person should contribute. Make sure all works revolve around a central theme so it would not be too eclectic and so it would be cohesive enough to exist as one exhibit. Another tip: don't ask people who are better than you. LOL