Session Overview:
Are you an early-career visual artist wondering how to thrive in the years following art school? This insightful online masterclass is designed specifically for emerging artists to explore the challenges and opportunities that arise in the first years after graduation.

To book, visit: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/free-event-navigating-the-post-art-school-journey-tickets-1257987858549?aff=oddtdtcreator

What You’ll Learn:

• Strategies for building a sustainable art practice while managing finances
• How to effectively showcase your work in galleries and online platforms
• Networking tips for connecting with fellow artists, curators, and industry professionals
• The importance of developing a personal brand and maintaining an online presence
• Insights on applying for residencies, grants, and exhibitions to gain recognition

Speakers:

Hannah Grout is Fair Manager at The Other Art Fair, working with London based and International artists alike to build an exhibitor base of impressive artistic talent. Her current role intertwines curation and feature management, with previous experience in Marketing of the global editions of the Fair and PR at a leading Fashion House. With a strong background in the Arts Hannah has completed an MA in Contemporary Art Theory from Goldsmiths, along with a BA from the University of Leeds.

Isabel Couceiro de Costa Newman is a Portuguese-American artist, recipient of the Visual Art Open Prize in 2023. A figurative oil based painter based in Boston, currently studying for a Bachelor of Fine Arts at Boston University, Isabel has seen her practice and profile grow significantly in 2024, scaling her social media following to over 20K followers. Isabel hosts VAA artist meet-ups, including Venice VAA Art Café in Italy this summer.

https://www.instagram.com/isabelartchives/

Adwoa Botchey and Solomon Adebiyi are the creative duo behind Adeche Atelier, renowned storytellers and content creators with a special focus on African mythology and culture. They are dedicated to preserving and reimagining African mythology through contemporary art and digital storytelling.

Their work has been commissioned by institutions such as the National Gallery, BBC, the Royal Academy of Arts, and Electronic Arts (EA). Through their paintings, they explore African mythological deities, folklore, and history.

Beyond their visual art, Adwoa and Solomon are content creators, using digital platforms to share stories, spark conversations, and challenge misconceptions about African history and spirituality. Their work continues to educate, inspire, and reframe perceptions of African culture.

https://www.instagram.com/adeche.atelier/

Bea Last is a professional practicing Contemporary Artist, Mentor and Educator. Currently she is based in Scotland but her practice is both national and international. She has ehibited widely, showing recently in Venice as a finalist for the Laguna Arte Prize and in York 2023 as a finalist for the Aesthetica Art Prize. In 2024 Bea received the VAA ARTIST OF THE YEAR AWARD and locally Artist of the Year award from D&GLife  sponsored by The Chricton Trust for her contribution to the Dumfries and Galloway community. Bea has a wide range of experience from commercial galleries, commissions for the corporate sector, public galleries and artist run initiatives along with sitting on various selection panels in partnership with Creative Scotland- the equivalent to The Arts Council. She also has experience & training through working with young people with additional learning barriers.

https://www.instagram.com/bea_last_artist/