Mentor Hour for Visual Artists

5th November | 1pm UK Time | Online | Free

An hour with the right mentor can change everything.

Mentor Hour is a live, open Q&A session with Karen van Hoey Smith – one of the UK’s most experienced artist mentors – giving you direct access to expert guidance you can actually use.

Whether you are trying to sell more work, approach galleries with confidence, price your art correctly, or simply figure out your next move, this is your chance to ask the questions that have been holding you back and walk away with real, practical answers.

This is not a lecture. It is a conversation, led entirely by the questions you bring.

Bring your questions on:

• Strengthening your artistic direction and confidence
• Building a portfolio and preparing submissions
• Pricing your work and increasing sales
• Approaching galleries and seeking representation
• Planning exhibitions or building a collection strategy
• Understanding the art market and positioning your work
• Staying accountable and moving forward

Karen van Hoey Smith

Karen is an artist mentor, independent art broker and curator with over twenty years of experience across galleries, auctions, consultancy and artist representation. She has brokered work by Banksy, Picasso and Bomberg, and has supported hundreds of artists in developing their practice, increasing sales and gaining recognition in public and commercial settings.

Louise Minnaar

Louise brings over eight years of international art industry experience, from global auctions to commercial galleries. She will facilitate the session and introduce the VAA Mentorship Programme for those who want to explore ongoing support.

Free and open to VAA members and non-members alike. Booking is essential.

Booking is essential. If you experience any issues, please contact events@visual-artists.org.