From Studio to Submission: Developing and Presenting a Professional Art Practice with Nicole Bricker – Fall Class 2025

8 weeks

Thursdays, 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM | September 25, October 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, November 6 and 131

Virtual Class

This professional development course is designed for visual artists who are ready to take the next step in  their careers by refining the way they present themselves and their work. Through a series of focused  weekly topics, group discussions, and hands-on assignments, artists will develop a comprehensive,  professional toolkit to support submissions and representation. 

Participants will work with existing bodies of work to build materials such as an artist statement, bio,  digital portfolio, and pricing sheet. The course also covers best practices in documentation, presentation,  marketing, and navigating relationships with galleries and institutions. Artists will leave with a clearer  understanding of how to position themselves professionally and confidently pursue new opportunities. This is not a studio production class though continued making is encouraged, the emphasis is on  strengthening the visibility, clarity, and professionalism of your existing practice. 

Week 1 – Who Are You as an Artist 

Define your creative voice through reflection, group dialogue, and image-based introductions. 

Week 2 – Editing and Curating Your Work 

Learn to select and sequence artwork that tells a clear and compelling visual story. 

Week 3 – Critique and Constructive Feedback 

Sharpen your editing skills through peer feedback and guided critique exercises. 

Week 4 – Writing the Artist Statement and Bio 

Craft a clear and meaningful artist statement and bio with peer review and support. 

Week 5 – Presenting Your Work Professionally 

Build confidence in documenting and formatting your work for both physical and digital presentation. 

Week 6 – Working with Galleries and Arts Professionals 

Gain insight into gallery relationships, professional expectations, and how to find opportunities that align  with your work. 

Week 7 – Pricing Your Work with Confidence and Clarity 

Establish sustainable pricing grounded in value, consistency, and market context. 

Week 8 – Final Presentation and Feedback 

Share your completed artist toolkit and receive feedback to support your next steps. Outcomes: 

A strong foundation in presenting your work professionally 

Develop a polished digital portfolio, artist statement, and bio that clearly communicate your voice and  vision. 

A toolkit for navigating the art world with confidence 

Gain practical knowledge in documentation, pricing, and gallery standards so you can pursue  opportunities with clarity and professionalism. 

A clear path forward with your work 

Leave with a focused series, personalized feedback, and a list of next steps tailored to your goals as an  artist.

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