THRIVING ARTISTS

6 Week Career Development Workshop at RemainReal

Are you an artist with dreams of showcasing your work in prestigious galleries? Are you ready to turn your passion into a prosperous career? Look no further! Our exclusive 6-week workshop is tailored just for you.

In our "Thriving Artists" workshop we delve deep into the intricate world of gallery representation, equipping you with the knowledge, skills, and strategies needed to navigate the art scene with confidence and finesse. Led by industry experts and seasoned artists, this immersive program covers every aspect of career development for gallery artists.

**Order of the class itinerary is subject to change based on guest speaker availability. Subjects will remain as advertised, and both portfolio critiques will remain the first and 6th week as scheduled.

Week 1 - Portfolio Review

Guided critique process of your current artist portfolio from our gallery experts
Creating an "elevator" pitch for your portfolio
10 minute intro and Portfolio review
Analysis and feedback

Week 2 - Presentation

How to hang and display your artwork
How to correctly wire and present your artwork
How to frame a piece and create your own frames (instructional PDF handout)
pricing /titling your art
Packaging /shipping art
Art transportation

Week 3 - Social Media

Learn how to create social media content with our social media expert, Kodi Delaney, who has built her social media brand from the ground up with millions of views
How to make content- Building a brand, converting that brand to trending topics, brand consistency, etc
Basics of photography and videography
How to build your artist website

Week 4- Art Marketing

Lecture about gallery networking with tenured expert and CEO of Nue Magazine and Art Colorado, Richard Kalisher
The fundamentals of business marketing (guest speaker to be announced...)
Best practices for reaching out to people
Elevator pitch practice
Writing a memorable artist statement
Resume building

Week 5- Exclusive speaker panel

Learn from our knowledgeable panel of guest speakers from WCA, Santa Fe Arts District, and local museums/non-profits about how to apply for grants, residencies, and galleries
Guest speakers to be announced...