Masterclass Build A Body of Work

Overview

This six-month masterclass is designed to help artists hone their vision in creating a cohesive body of work and articulate that vision to the world. The curriculum features recorded lectures on creativity, time, intention, and flow, as well as bi-monthly live sessions in a group setting. Participating artists gain access to fireside chats and live critiques with artists, curators, publishers, and other art professionals.

Key dates

• Submission deadline: October 1, 2026

Eligibility

• Minimum 2 years of art practice required
• International applicants welcome
• This workshop is not for beginners but for people who have been maintaining an art practice for at least 2 years

Media

All media welcome. Artists from all different kinds of media are included.

Application requirements

• 1 paragraph about your practice and experience (does not need to be a formal artist statement, just where you are in the process)
• 2-3 images of your work
• Maximum 1 submission per artist

Program structure

The workshop focuses on four main aspects of professional art development: Studio Practice (developing a series of works centered around a topic, style, and idea of your choosing), Curriculum with lectures and studio visits, Professional Development (learning to communicate your work to collectors, gallerists, curators, and museum directors), and Community & Critiques with access to a private online community.

Fee

• $397/month for 6 months

Contact

First Person Artist — [email protected]