Short Course: Momentum CEO Rise Programme - Visual Artists Association
Enroll in a four-week online short course on building a sustainable art business, covering artist strategy, branding, income streams, and implementation.
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- deadline unknown, verify at source
- Entry fee
- $250
- Location
- Online · organized from Online
- Exhibition window
- Sep 2, 2026 → Sep 23, 2026
About
Overview
The Momentum CEO Rise Programme is a focused four-week online course designed to help artists establish a stronger, more sustainable art business. Led by Karen van Hoey Smith, an experienced artist mentor, art broker, and curator, the programme draws on real industry examples and practical guidance spanning art consultancy, gallery management, auctioneering, and professional artist development.
Key Dates & Times
- Sessions: 2, 9, 16, and 23 September 2026
- Time: 13:00–14:00 UK Time
- Delivered via Zoom
Course Content
- Session 1: Creating Your Artist Strategy – Understanding your long-term artistic direction, defining your vision, clarifying goals and setting a clear foundation for growth.
- Session 2: Artwork Ready – Developing your story and brand, communicating confidently, identifying your niche and understanding your ideal buyer to strengthen your positioning.
- Session 3: Multiple Streams of Art Income – Exploring income opportunities available to artists including galleries, art fairs, publishers, commissions and alternative routes to market, with guidance on how to access them.
- Session 4: Implementation and Gap Analysis – Applying practical systems for consistent sales, identifying areas for development and building a realistic plan to move your art business forward.
What's Included
Across four weekly seminars, participants take part in discussion, review case studies, and receive feedback on short weekly tasks designed to help shape strategy and strengthen business skills. Each session provides an opportunity to reflect on goals and take actionable steps forward.
Eligibility
This course is exclusive to VAA Members. To join the VAA, visit https://visual-artists.org/join/
Fee
- £250.00 – £350.00
Who Should Apply
This course is ideal for artists who wish to gain a clearer understanding of their next steps, increase visibility, and develop a structured path towards achieving their professional ambitions.
Contact
For questions, email [email protected]
- Entry fee
- £250.00 – £350.00
- Eligibility
- Exclusive to VAA Members.
- Audience
- Artists seeking to establish a stronger, more sustainable art business
- Contact
- [email protected]
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