Join us for an immersive and practical short course designed to equip you with the essential skills and strategies for selling art effectively. The Visual Arts Association (VAA) proudly presents the Art Sales Academy, a four-week programme that will empower you with the knowledge and tactics used by leading galleries and experts in the art sales industry. Stephanie Dieckvoss […]

Learning the art of ‘curating’ and exhibition management is a central skill for artists, gallerists, museums / fair directors, and educators. Explore the intricacies of curatorial practices and gain insights into effective exhibition management strategies. Dive into the world of art curation and unleash your creative potential. This short course will shed light and demystify […]

Success is not an activity, but a process. As a new premium member of The VAA, you benefit from a strategy session with one of our experts. This is held via Zoom along with up to 5 other artists. These sessions have been quoted as “priceless” by other members. You will be able to discuss […]

Success is not an activity, but a process. As a new premium member of The VAA, you benefit from a strategy session with one of our experts. This is held via Zoom along with up to 5 other artists. These sessions have been quoted as “priceless” by other members. You will be able to discuss […]

During uncertain times, what can you as an artist, do to help art buyers? Join this VAA Members Event, an informal online small group meeting to see how the VAA can support your art business. This practical online session will be a chance to: Share tips for Selling Art in Uncertain Times Gain advice for […]

Our networking meet-up is open to all artists, both members and non-members of the Visual Artists Association. This will take the form of an informal catch up. You will have the chance to grab a coffee, meet like-minded working artists and form a community with those local to you. For our North East London based […]

VAA Momentum is an accelerator course for artists to gain the skills necessary to develop a profitable artist business and sell more art. The course will help you get clear on what your future as an artist looks like, so you can discover your style and work that excites you. Create multiple streams of income in your […]

The journey to securing representation can often feel overwhelming, with questions ranging from ‘How will I find the right gallery or agent?’ to ‘How do I stand out amidst a sea of talented artists?’ Understanding the ‘Gallery Ready’ process and acquiring new techniques will enable you to become more agile and skilled in gaining the […]

Unlock your phone features, to feel more confident with advanced composition using new photography and editing skills that will make your photographs stand out from the crowd. This course is for creatives new to smartphone photography or looking to build on existing knowledge. Learning Outcomes: - How the Smartphone works, the basics of camera settings […]