TAKE THE NEXT STEP IN YOUR CAREER
You can learn to navigate the art world
Unlock the tools, knowledge, and support you need to break through the barriers holding you back and grow as a professional artist.
With practical tips and step-by-step guidance,
you'll learn how to:
Sell your art and grow your income
Approach galleries and get represented
Increase your visibility and attract collectors
Build a sustainable career and make a living as an artist
ASK GALLERISTS, CURATORS AND COLLECTORS
Get answers directly 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 with our team, giving you the insider knowledge to reach your goals.
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?
This professional mentoring programme will teach you everything you need to know about building your career and profile as an artist.
Each month, you'll hear from recognised experts from across the art world, including curators, collectors, gallery directors, and more.
Together with our team of art consultants, they will tell you about:
- Working with galleries,
- Pricing and selling your work,
- Organising your own exhibitions,
- Building relationships with collectors,
- Showcasing your work on social media,
- And so much more.
What's included in the programme?
LEVEL 1
Interviews with art professionals
Gain insider knowledge through interviews—live and later on replay—with art professionals.
Get actionable advice from industry experts on how to succeed in the art world.
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 artists reach the right audience?
LEVEL 2
In-depth sessions with our team
Gain clarity and confidence with insights from our 35+ years of experience.
Access monthly sessions with our team to get targeted advice on topics such as:
- How to price (and sell) your work,
- How to get noticed (and represented) by a gallery,
- How to build (and maintain) relationships with collectors.
Join live Zoom sessions for advice on key topics and real-time answers to your questions.
Plus, watch video recordings later at your convenience. You’ll also receive detailed workbooks to guide you in applying what you learn, step by step.
Transform uncertainty into actionable strategies that take your career to the next level.
LEVEL 3
Personalised mentoring with us
Accelerate your career 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.
You’ll receive 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.
What do artists say about the programme?
"This has been the best investment on my art journey, by far."
Lizzy Freemantle Schremp
"The programme unravels the mystery of the art scene from where the artist stands. The webinars are grounded and informative."
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 the curriculum cover?
Level 1
Meet distinguished experts from across the art world in monthly interviews where they will answer your questions and share top tips. You can watch the webinars and interact with our guests live, or view the recordings later. Guests include:
- Matthew Flowers, Director, Flowers Gallery
- Kathleen Soriano, Judge, Sky Arts Artist of the Year
- Mervyn Metcalf, Collector
- Isabel Seligman, Curator, The British Museum
- Sandra Higgins, Art Advisor
- Tabish Khan, London Art Critic
Level 2
On top of the interviews with art professionals, access monthly surgery sessions with our team, including a detailed roadmap 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
If you're at a pivotal stage in your career, and you need further guidance, you can benefit everything on Levels 1 and 2, plus one-to-one mentoring with us.
The one-to-one sessions take place after month 3 and month 9 of 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 here.
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.
We know 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 on their way to building 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
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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!