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SUMMARY:Artist Development Sessions
DESCRIPTION:Join an Artist Development Session – a VAA Member Benefit \nAs a Visual Artists Association (VAA) member\, you’re invited to take part in our Artist Development Sessions – small group sessions led by a VAA Artist Mentor. These sessions are designed to help you work through anything that may be holding you back in your practice\, ask questions in a supportive environment\, and connect with fellow artists. \nThese one-hour sessions take place online via Zoom and have been described by members as “invaluable”. Alongside mentor guidance\, you’ll also have the chance to meet other VAA members. \nAbout the Lead \nAmy Jobes is a contemporary landscape painter based in North Devon\, whose practice is deeply inspired by the dramatic coastline\, expansive skies\, and natural environments of the region. Her work explores themes of connection\, presence\, and the emotional and psychological responses we experience through nature\, resulting in paintings created intuitively and with strong emotional depth. Alongside her own practice\, Amy is one of the artist mentors at the Visual Artists Association and has co-led the VAA Momentum course\, supporting artists in developing sustainable and confident careers. Her areas of arts marketing knowledge include Getting Gallery Ready\, Limited Edition Prints\, Branding\, E-marketing\, Websites\, Partnerships and Charities\, Artist Collectives\, and Artist Residencies. Website \nBook your session through our Calendly system: https://calendly.com/visualartistsassociation/artist-development-sessions \nOnce booked\, you’ll receive a confirmation email with the Zoom link. Please remember to save it to your calendar. If a date no longer appears\, it means the session is fully booked\, simply check the next available dates. \nVAA Members Only\nThis session is exclusive to VAA Members.If you would like to access this session and our full programme of artist development masterclasses\, mentorship\, resources and support\, you can join the Visual Artists Association here: https://visual-artists.org/join/ \nCancellations & QuestionsIf you are no longer able to attend\, please email us to cancel your place.For questions or support\, contact: events@visual-artists.org
URL:https://visual-artists.org/event/artist-development-sessions-5/
LOCATION:online
CATEGORIES:Artist Development Sessions
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SUMMARY:Accountability Circle Open Session
DESCRIPTION:Curious about the VAA Accountability Circle? \nJoin us for a special Open Session and experience the Accountability Circle for yourself. \nDesigned for artists who want more structure\, focus and momentum in their practice\, the Accountability Circle brings artists together in a supportive space to set meaningful goals\, work through challenges and keep moving forward. \nDuring this open session\, you’ll get a taste of how our regular Accountability Circle sessions work\, meet members of the VAA community and experience the support\, encouragement and shared accountability that comes from working alongside other artists. \nWhether you’re feeling stuck\, struggling to stay consistent or simply looking for a community that helps you follow through on your goals\, this session is an opportunity to see whether the Accountability Circle could be the right fit for you. \nWhat to expect: \n• Guided goal setting and reflection\n• Space to identify what’s currently holding you back\n• Practical accountability to help you take your next step\n• Support and encouragement from fellow artists\n• An introduction to the VAA Accountability Circle and how it works \nCome along\, bring whatever you’re currently working towards\, and experience the Circle for yourself \nYour Session Hosts \nThe session will be supported by Karen van Hoey Smith and Matilde Tariello\, who are involved in the VAA Accountability Circle and help create a focused\, supportive environment where artists can share their goals\, challenges and progress. \n 
URL:https://visual-artists.org/event/accountability-circle-open-session/
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SUMMARY:VAO26 FINALIST EXHIBITION Q&A
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an informal Q&A ahead of the VAO26 Finalist Exhibition\, bringing together the VAO team\, curator Karen van Hoey Smith and FOLLOW.ART for an opportunity to ask questions\, meet the team and get fully prepared for the exhibition. \nThis session is designed to take you through the final exhibition logistics\, what to expect during the exhibition weekend and the practical details you need to know as a VAO26 finalist. There will also be an opportunity to ask any last-minute questions you may have ahead of the show. \nWhether you have questions about exhibiting your work\, the exhibition process\, what to expect at The Minster Building or the opportunities available through VAO and its partners\, the team will be on hand to help. \nWhat to Expect \nMeet the team behind VAO26: Hear from the VAA team\, FOLLOW.ART and curator Karen van Hoey Smith\, and get to know the people supporting this year’s finalists.\nGet the final exhibition details: A practical overview of the exhibition setup\, artwork delivery and collection\, installation\, exhibition weekend and what to expect on site.\nAsk your questions: Bring along any last-minute questions about exhibiting\, logistics\, your artwork or the wider VAO experience.\nHear from the curator: Gain insight from Karen van Hoey Smith on the curation and presentation of the VAO26 Finalist Exhibition.\nConnect with fellow finalists: Meet other artists taking part in VAO26 and share questions\, experiences and advice ahead of the exhibition.\nSpeakers & Hosts \nEvelīna Gorbačova | Head of Digital Development\, FOLLOW.ART \nEvelīna guides digital products for artists and arts professionals at FOLLOW.ART. With a background spanning traditional art institutions\, including the Peggy Guggenheim Collection and the Rothko Museum\, alongside experience in technology\, she is interested in creative tech\, new ways of supporting artists and engaging the public with contemporary art. \nAmy Quinn | Programme & Marketing Coordinator\, VAA \nAmy Quinn is Programme & Marketing Coordinator at the Visual Artists Association\, supporting the organisation’s awards\, exhibitions\, partnerships and artist programmes. As part of the VAO team\, Amy works closely with finalists throughout the exhibition process\, from communications and exhibitor information through to the delivery and presentation of the exhibition. \nMatilde Tariello | Events and Sponsorships Coordinator\, VAA \nMatilde brings over seven years of experience across the international art market\, including roles with leading platforms such as Artsy\, where she managed relationships with over 300 galleries and advised on artist development\, presentation and market strategy. Alongside her industry roles\, Matilde is a guest lecturer and mentor\, supporting emerging artists and students in refining their portfolios and professional practice. She brings a practical\, market-informed perspective to the opportunities available within the contemporary art world. \nKaren van Hoey Smith | VAA Artist Mentor\, Curator & Art World Expert \nKaren van Hoey Smith is a VAA Artist Mentor\, curator and art world expert with extensive experience across the contemporary art sector. A former auctioneer\, Karen brings a wealth of knowle \nknowledge spanning the art market\, curation\, collecting and artist development. For VAO26\, Karen is leading the curation of the Finalist Exhibition\, working closely with the selected artists and artworks to shape the presentation of the show and bring her curatorial and market insight to the exhibition. \nDate & Location \nFriday\, 25th September\n1:30pm–2:30pm\nOnline
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