Contemporary Art Academy

Contemporary Art Academy is an online art educational initiative offering courses to practicing artists, co-founded by Zavier Ellis & Mathew Gibson.  

MASTERCLASS: PERSONAL PRACTICE

Bespoke Mentorship for Artists 

Elevate your practice, gain confidence, and strengthen your position in the contemporary art world through one-to-one guidance with leading artists, curators, gallerists, and art writers.

This premium mentorship programme is designed for artists seeking transformative, tailored guidance. Across eight one-hour sessions on Zoom, you will explore your studio practice, receive constructive critique, and develop the clarity, confidence, and strategies to articulate your ideas and engage effectively with galleries, collectors, and the wider artworld.

Every session is customized to your ambitions, ensuring the programme addresses your specific challenges and helps you take decisive steps in your career. You’ll gain exclusive access to established artworld professionals, uncover new perspectives on your work, and leave with actionable guidance to elevate both your practice and your profile. 

What’s Included: 

  • Bespoke Learning Plan – Developed collaboratively with Mathew Gibson and Zavier Ellis to target your specific needs and aspirations.
  • Eight Tailored Mentorship Sessions – Designed around your personal goals and practice. 
  • Constructive Feedback & Insight – Refine and strengthen your work with expert critique. 
  • Artist-Led Insight – Explore studio practice, professional approaches, and sector experience with established artists.
  • Exclusive Industry Access – Engage directly with gallerists, curators, artists, and writers. 
  • Practical Career Guidance – Learn strategies for promotion, branding, and navigating the contemporary art market.
  • Optional Follow-Up Sessions – Continue growth with additional sessions or new mentors. 

Next Steps: 

Begin your journey with a no-commitment Discovery Session with co-founders Zavier Ellis and Mathew Gibson. In this one-to-one session, we’ll explore your ambitions, challenges, and goals, uncovering how to elevate your practice and position yourself confidently within the contemporary art world. 

Following this conversation, we will design a bespoke programme of eight tailored sessions, built to strengthen your studio practice, refine your artistic voice, and provide actionable strategies for navigating the artworld. 

This programme is limited to a select number of artists to ensure a highly personalised experience, giving you exclusive access to leading gallerists, curators, artists, and art writers. 

If you’re ready to transform your practice, book your Discovery Session today. For artists who are curious but not yet ready to commit, join our Interested List to receive updates, alumni insights, and early access to future cohorts. 

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Have questions? email us here:

office@contemporaryartacademy.com  

“I really enjoyed the course. I got to meet and connect with so many amazing people! I have now been able to collaborate with a few of them and have even started an MA at Goldsmiths after being introduced to the course by Kirsty Ogg. Thank you so much to all on the team, I feel my journey is well away.

Alexandra Jespersen