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Quarterly Members Meeting
onlineJoin us for the Quarterly Members Meeting, a key opportunity to connect, learn, and stay updated with the latest from the Visual Artists Association (VAA). This session will focus on The Art of Wellbeing, exploring how creativity can foster resilience, mental health, and personal growth. Reserve your spot today: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/quarterly-members-meeting-tickets-1270340575859?aff=oddtdtcreator What to Expect: Special Guest […]
Navigating GPSR & EU Regulations: A Practical Guide for Artists and Makers
onlineSession Overview With the General Product Safety Regulations (GPSR) coming into effect in December 2024, artists and makers selling within the EU and Northern Ireland need to ensure they understand the best practices for shipping and compliance. Changes in regulations may impact international sales, and it is important for artists to be prepared. This online […]
Strategy Session (Evening)
onlineSuccess is not an activity, but a process... As a 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 being “priceless” from other members. You will be able to discuss certain […]
Introducing: Sales Academy
onlineDo you ever feel like creating art is the easy part? Would you like to gain more confidence and insights into selling art face-to-face? Join us for an introductory taster session of the Art Sales Academy, hosted by Karen van Hoey Smith and the Visual Artists Association. This session provides a sneak peek into the […]
Meet The Mentors
onlineThe Visual Artists Association offers a range of tailored artist support sessions designed to help you elevate your practice to the next level. Whether you’re looking to refine your creative portfolio, optimise your website, enhance your business strategy, or benefit from expert guidance through our mentorship program, we provide valuable resources and personalised feedback to […]
Art Fair Success: Connecting with Audiences and Boosting Sales
onlineJoin us for our free online Art Café, "Art Fair Success", where visual artists come together to unlock the secrets of selling at art fairs. This engaging session is tailored for artists eager to find their audience, effectively market their work, and fill their shows with eager buyers. We are excited to welcome our guest […]
Strategy Session (Evening)
onlineSuccess is not an activity, but a process... As a 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 being “priceless” from other members. You will be able to discuss certain […]
VAA Short Course – ArtMentor: Coaching for Artists and Beyond
onlineArtMentor: Coaching for Artists and Beyond Are you ready to grow as an artist while developing the skills to guide and inspire others? ArtMentor is a unique program designed to help artists overcome career challenges, find clarity in their artistic journey, and build confidence as coaches — both for themselves and for others in their […]
Colour Theory Course
onlineThis four-week course in colour theory is designed to teach everything you’ve always wanted to know about colour and mixing colours. It’s ideal for artists of all levels—from beginners to professionals—whether you work with oils, acrylics, watercolours, or coloured pencils, and whether your style is realistic or abstract. The aim of the course is to […]
Strategy Session (Morning)
onlineSuccess is not an activity, but a process... As a 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 being “priceless” from other members. You will be able to discuss certain […]