AURUM ALTEA ART GALLERY & STUDIO: ARTIST DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM

Exclusive 4-Week Program for Emerging Artists to Expand Their Creative Horizons and Professional Skills

Aurum Altea Art Gallery is proud to offer an intimate, high-level Artist Development Program, aimed at emerging artists who are ready to elevate their practice and make significant progress in their creative careers. With only 4 artists per session, each participant receives nearly individual attention, ensuring personalized feedback, focused mentoring, and practical tools to grow both artistically and professionally.

Why Choose This Program?

Exclusive and Personal

With just 4 artists participating, you’ll receive one-on-one attention, direct feedback from mentors, and an environment that fosters individual growth.

Beautiful, Inspiring Location

With jusSet in the picturesque coastal town of Altea, Spain, this program offers you the perfect backdrop to find inspiration and focus on your artistic development.

Publicity and Exposure

Throughout the program, you’ll gain exposure through our Instagram, Facebook, and website, including a dedicated blog post that will feature your work, profile, and links to your own platforms.

End-of-Program Group Exhibition

If you wish, your completed works (or works-in-progress) can be showcased in a final group exhibition at Aurum Altea Art Gallery, giving you the opportunity to present your art to a wider audience.

Exclusive and PersonalHolistic Creative and Professional Development

This program goes beyond just artistic practice – it offers a comprehensive approach to both your creative and professional growth. From refining your artistic skills and building a cohesive body of work to mastering marketing and exhibition planning, you’ll leave the program with the confidence and tools to navigate the art world successfully.

Certification of Completion

With just 4 artists participating, you’ll receive one-on-one attention, direct feedback from mentors, and anUpon finishing the program, you’ll receive an official certificate, recognizing your participation and achievements during the residency. environment that fosters individual growth.

Program Highlights

Personalized Mentoring & Feedback

Receive direct feedback from guest artists and your program leader twice a week. This includes technical critiques, creative advice, and individualized guidance on your artistic journey.

Focused Marketing and Exhibition Planning Workshops

Gain hands-on experience with practical sessions dedicated to developing your personal marketing plan and an exhibition proposal tailored to your body of work.

Daily Motivational Addresses

Begin each day with short, inspiring talks from the program leader to help you stay focused and maintain creative momentum.

Creative Meditation Sessions

Participate in three evening creative meditation sessions, designed to enhance your artistic process and deepen your connection to your work.

Hands-On, Practical Learning

This program is designed with a strong focus on practical application. You won’t just learn theory—you’ll immediately apply what you learn by creating real marketing plans, exhibition proposals, and personalized strategies that you can use to further your career. Every workshop and mentoring session is crafted to help you achieve concrete, actionable results.

Networking Opportunities

Build meaningful relationships with fellow artists, mentors, and the local art community, creating a strong support system for your future career.

WHAT YOU WILL ACCOMPLISH

Develop a Cohesive Art Collection

Over the four weeks, you will create or significantly progress on a collection of paintings or works on a specific theme. You’ll refine your ideas and techniques through feedback sessions and personal reflection.

Build a Tailored Marketing Strategy

You will leave the program with a personalized marketing plan to promote your work through social media and gallery partnerships. This includes a step-by-step plan for increasing your visibility and engaging potential buyers.

Master Exhibition Planning

Learn the essential steps for planning an exhibition, including creating a compelling exhibition proposal, designing promotional materials, and preparing for gallery presentations.

Publicity Across Our Platforms

As part of the program, each artist will receive a dedicated blog post on our website, featuring their work and a summary of their artistic practice, with links to their social media profiles and website.

What’s Included

Accommodation

Enjoy comfortable accommodation in Altea for the entire month, with transfers to and from Alicante airport.

Dedicated Studio Space

Each artist will have access to their own workspace, equipped with essential tools and shared studio equipment (such as a paper cutter, projector, etc.). However, artists are responsible for bringing or purchasing their own paints, canvases, brushes, and other personal materials.

Mentoring Sessions

Benefit from individual mentoring sessions with experienced artists, who will guide you in your creative and professional development.

Excursions

Each artist will have access to their own workspace, equipped with essential tools and shared studio equipment (such as a paper cutter, projector, etc.). However, artists are responsible for bringing or purchasing their own paints, canvases, brushes, and other personal materials.

Coffee and Tea

We provide coffee and tea throughout the program to keep you energized during your creative work. Please note that meals are not included, and artists are responsible for arranging their own food during the program.

Who Should Apply?

This program is open to emerging artists of all ages, who are dedicated to their craft and ready to make significant progress in both their artistic and professional careers. It’s ideal for those seeking an intimate, high-impact experience that offers both creative freedom and focused support.

Program Details:

Duration: 4 weeks

Program dates:

  • November 25th to December 22nd, 2024
  • March 17th to April 13th, 2025
  • October 13th to November 9th, 2025

Price: €3,500 per artist (includes accommodation, studio access, mentoring, excursions, and publicity)

Payment information: 50% deposit is required upon registration to secure your spot.The remaining 50% is due before your arrival.Once we receive your application and preferred session date, we will review it and notify you whether we can accommodate your request.

Location: Altea, Spain

How to Apply:

To apply for the Artist Development Program, please submit the following:

  • Artist Statement: A brief statement about your artistic practice and what you aim to achieve through this program (250-300 words).
  • Portfolio: 5-10 images of recent works.
  • Social Media Links: Provide links to your active social media profiles (Instagram, Facebook, or website).

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