Kipaipai: To Inspire Professional Artist Development

Kipaipai, meaning 'To Encourage and Inspire,' is a professional artist development workshop held July 24-28, 2017 in Hawaii. The program will run Monday through Friday from 10am to 4pm, with optional morning and evening activities. Twelve participants will be selected by jury. Accepted artists will be notified by Thursday, May 25, 2017 and must pay tuition of $850 in advance to hold their place. Artists are responsible for their own travel and housing expenses; housing recommendations will be made during the acceptance process.

The workshop focuses on professional practices including gallery representation and museum exhibitions, self-promotion, social media use, critical writing, presentation skills, and identifying and strategizing personal and professional goals. Participants will have the opportunity to be chosen for a show of their work at Lyons Weir Gallery in NYC. Through private one-on-one sessions and group meetings, students will meet with guest professionals including art historians, critics, curators, gallery owners, and coaches.

The $50 application fee includes a 1-year membership to the Donkey Mill Art Center. Applicants must submit 5-10 images of their work. International artists are eligible.