Artist Incubator Series
Emerge's Artist Incubator Series is a professional development course crafted for emerging artists in the community. With the help of professional artist, Melissa Cole, and other leaders in the local art community, this multi-week intensive program gives artists the tools they need to advance their professional careers.
Incubator Core Classes
The Incubator Core Classes, taught by Melissa Cole, will be held at Emerge on Tuesdays, 5:30pm to 7:30pm, from April 21st to May 28th. Classes will include topics such as: creating a cohesive body of work, writing an artist statement, biography, and resume, developing your portfolio, and more!
Artists must apply in advance prior to attending as there are a limited number of seats available. Cost is $150 for all six classes, scholarships are available upon approved request.
Fee for the series will only be collected after application is approved. Applications are due April 13th. Email programming@emergecda.com for more information about our scholarships.
Panel Discussions & Open Critiques
In addition to the Core Classes, Emerge is offering free panel discussions and open critiques. Each will be led by three to four art professionals from our community. These are free to attend and open to all community members.
Open Critiques and Panel Discussions will be held at Emerge on Thursdays from 5:30pm to 7:30pm. Discussion topics and featured artists will be listed below and updated regularly as we approach the start date.
Open Critique #1 | April 23rd
5:30pm - 7:30pm, with Allie Vogt and Jen Erickson
Panel Discussion #1 | Gallery Representation vs. Social Media Presence| April 30th
5:30pm - 7:30pm, with Helen Parsons and Maya Rumsey
Panel Discussion #2 | The Intersection of A.I. and Art | May 7th
5:30pm - 7:30pm, with Mary Frances Dondelinger, Mike Baker, and Dean Davis
Panel Discussion #3 | A Path to Public Art | May 14th
5:30pm - 7:30pm, with Melissa Cole, Chris Kelsey, and Mallory Batista
Panel Discussion #4 | Art, Politics, and Social Issues | May 21st
5:30pm - 7:30pm, with Mary Farrell and Erin Lang
Open Critique #2 | May 28th
5:30pm - 7:30pm, with Bradd Skubinna and Melissa Lang