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TAKE THE NEXT STEP IN YOUR CAREER
You can learn to navigate the art world
With practical tips and step-by-step guidance,
you'll learn how to:
Sell your art and grow your income
Get noticed by curators and collectors
Approach galleries and get represented
Build a successful and sustainable career as an artist
ASK GALLERISTS, CURATORS AND COLLECTORS
Get answers from art professionals
Get exclusive insights from behind the scenes of top galleries, museums, and art institutions.
Each month, access interviews with respected names in the art world, and in-depth sessions giving you the insider knowledgeto thrive as a professional artist.
The Art Ladder takes place 100% online. Artists at all stages of their careers can join anywhere, anytime.
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The Art Ladder
Professional Mentoring Programme for Artists
Ready to reach the next level in your career?
Learn everything you need to grow your profile and career as an artist.
Each month, we will introduce you to recognised art world experts including curators, collectors, advisors, gallerists, critics, and more.
Together with our team of art consultants, they will give you advice to:
- Work with galleries,
- Price and sell your work,
- Organise your own exhibitions,
- Build relationships with collectors,
- Grow your audience,
- And so much more.
What's included?
LEVEL 1
Interviews with art professionals
Gain insider knowledge and advice through interviews with the art world's most respected professionals.
Hear directly from gallerists, curators, collectors, and critics who will answer your questions, including:
- What do galleries and curators look for?
- What attracts collectors to an artist's work?
- How can I reach the right audience for my work?
LEVEL 2
In-depth sessions with our team
Get 35+ years of art world experience, distilled in practical, actionable sessions.
Access monthly sessions with our team to get targeted advice on topics like:
- How to price (and sell) your work,
- How to get gallery shows and representation,
- How to build relationships with collectors.
Join live sessions (or watch later on replay) to get practical advice and answers that take your career to the next level.
LEVEL 3
One-to-one mentoring
Reach your goals faster with one-to-one guidance designed just for you.
- Set your goals and create a clear, actionable plan to reach them.
- Get tailored advice to showcase your work effectively and attract the right audience.
- Get the tools you need to navigate your own challenges and opportunities.
Get two one-to-one sessions each year, giving you dedicated time to discuss your work, challenges, and goals.
You’ll walk away with a clear roadmap and renewed motivation to take your next big steps.
Why artists recommend it
"This has been the best investment on my art journey, by far."
Lizzy Freemantle Schremp
"The programme unravels the mystery of the art world, giving artists grounded and practical advice."
Kristian Bluff
"The Art Ladder is providing me with an incredibly valuable roadmap, enabling me to navigate the art world's confusing territory."
Jane Dickins
"It is so insightful to get a perspective from a range of people working in the art sector. Everyone is very friendly and encouraging which is helping to break down barriers and take the fear out of pursuing dream goals."
Diana Davis
"This programme is very insightful into the business of art. I’m so glad I joined, the insight provided is going to save me years of floundering on my own."
Cathy Page
What does it cover?
Level 1
Meet experts from across the art world in monthly interviews where they answer your questions and share top tips.
Watch the webinars and interact with our guests live, or watch the recordings later on replay.
Webinar guests include:
- Matthew Flowers, Managing Director, Flowers Gallery
- Kathleen Soriano, Curator and Judge on Sky Arts Artist of the Year
- Catherine Daunt, Curator, The British Museum
- Kate Bryan, Curator and Broadcaster,
- Jon Sharples, Art Lawyer
Level 2
Access monthly sessions with our team, including detailed guidance and Q&A on a range of key topics.
You can watch live or in your own time, with videos and worksheets on topics including:
- How to work with galleries
- How to sell your work online
- How to create relationships with collectors
- How to apply for open competitions
- How to get funding and more
Level 3
Benefit from the interviews on Level 1 and sessions on Level 2, as well as one-to-one mentoring with us.
The one-to-one sessions take place after month 3 and month 9 of your subscription to the programme, and cover:
- Strategy and professional development, with one of our Co-Founders, Emma or Penny
- Marketing and social media, with our Head of Communications, Marine
This Programme Is For You If You Want to...
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Be taken seriously as an artist
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Grow your profile and recognition
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Exhibit your work regularly
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Sell your work to collectors
- Grow your streams of income
- Find new sources of funding
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Make an impact and share your art
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Build a sustainable career
ABOUT YOUR MENTORS
We're here to help artists
Hi, It's Emma, Penny and Marine.
Emma and Penny co-founded Parker Harris in 1990 to organise ambitious art projects and help artists showcase their work.
Since then, our team has grown, and we've been joined by Marine, who handles our communications and social media.
In our day-to-day work as art consultants, we work closely with artists - as well as curators, collectors, critics and gallerists - to manage some of the UK's most important art prizes and exhibitions.
Being an artist can feel like a lonely road, and we understand the hopes and challenges it comes with.
We use our experience to help contemporary artists to build sustainable and successful careers.
WORK WITH US
"It's reassuring to know the Parker Harris team have an understanding of the challenges, personalities, and struggles that are part of the artist’s journey."
Lorna Hamilton
"Penny, Marine and Emma have helped me understand how galleries work and how I should present myself to get noticed."
Richa Vora
"Working with Parker Harris has been hugely valuable. They are generous in sharing their knowledge and expertise."
Charlotte Hodes
Frequently Asked Questions
If you'd like more details about how the programme takes place,
you can find answers to frequently asked questions below.
If you still have questions, please send us an email to mentoring(at)parkerharris.co.uk.
We will be happy to help, and we hope to see you join The Art Ladder!