Event details
Date: Thursday 29th January 2026
Time: 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm GMT
Format: Online

Join us for a free introduction to the VAA Rise Mastermind, a new weekly, mentor led accountability circle designed to help artists build focus, momentum and consistency in their practice.

Lead mentor
Karen van Hoey Smith is an artist mentor, independent art broker and curator with over twenty years of experience working across the art market. Her background spans auctioneering, gallery management, art consultancy and publishing, and she has supported hundreds of artists in developing confident, sustainable and professional art careers. Karen brings a practical, honest and deeply supportive approach to mentoring, helping artists gain clarity, build momentum and make progress that lasts.

Who this session is for
This session is for artists who are serious about their practice and want to move forward with more focus, structure and consistency. It is particularly suited to artists who feel they know what they should be doing, but struggle to do it consistently, or who feel isolated, stuck or unsure what to prioritise next.

Why join
The VAA Rise Mastermind is designed to help artists turn intention into action. It provides a weekly structure that supports clarity, accountability and steady progress, without pressure or burnout. By combining mentor guidance with peer support, the Mastermind helps artists stay motivated, make better decisions, and build sustainable habits around their practice and careers.

This free taster session offers a chance to experience the format, tone and approach of the Mastermind before deciding whether it is the right next step for you.

If you are unable to attend live, please do still sign up, as the recording will be shared with everyone who registers. If you have any questions about the VAA Rise Mastermind programme, please feel free to email events@visual-artists.org

• More information: https://visual-artists.org/vaa-rise-mastermind/
• Enquiry form: https://visual-artists.org/vaa-rise-mastermind/vaa-rise-mastermind-enquiry-form/

To join VAA, visit: https://visual-artists.org/join/