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Virtual January Residency 2027: Process, Produce, and Present: Starting January 11 and ending January 27

Join me on Zoom this January for a three-week virtual residency in the process of using mixed media. This is a self-directed studio experience designed for artists seeking creative momentum, experimentation, accountability, and connection within a supportive artistic community. The residency is a “build upon” experience that can be repeated season after season. Emerging to Mid-Career level with content valuable for both abstractionists and realists.

Two hour sessions will be on Mondays and Wednesdays for three consecutive weeks. Dates are January 11, 13, 18, 20, 25, and 27. 1-3pm Eastern Time. $195

Over the course of three weeks, artists will participate in six live online sessions (two per week). Each two-hour session is designed as a conversational check-in combined with a focused live demonstration led by me. There will also be twenty minute “in the zone” sketching time where we work together in sketchbooks. Sessions are intentionally fast-paced and concise, allowing you to return to your own studio practice and continue pursuing your self-directed residency goals.

Throughout the residency, participants will also have access to individualized support through text or email for questions, and feedback.

Demo topics will include:

• Repeat Without Repeating — Start with one shape, symbol, mark or motif and show how repetition can evolve through scale, orientation, transparency, material and placement.

• From Sketchbook to Serious Work — Select a seemingly insignificant sketchbook mark and demonstrate how you extract its idea rather than simply copying the sketch.

• The Unifying Intervention — Put three works from a developing series together and ask: What single intervention might strengthen their relationship?

• When Is It Finished? — Bring in a nearly resolved painting and make the final decisions live.

Artists of all experience levels and working in all media are welcome.

If you’ve been craving structure without rigidity, community without pressure, and dedicated time to reconnect with your creative practice, this residency is for you.

Sessions will be recorded and available with a private YouTube link.

Email for more information at valerieallen@outlook.com

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Private “One on One” Zoom Mentorship 60 minute sessions.

Join professional artist Valerie Allen on Zoom for a personalized, bi-weekly mentorship program designed to elevate your artistic practice. Each one-hour private session offers in-depth, constructive critiques of your current artwork, along with thoughtful discussion about your studio habits, creative process, and artistic goals. You pick the day of the week and time convenient for your schedule. These are bi-weekly sessions.

Across sixty minutes, Valerie guides you in strengthening essential art fundamentals—including composition, color, and concept—while helping you uncover and refine your unique artistic voice. Beyond skill development, you’ll also receive support in best practices for art promotion, empowering you to confidently present and share your work.

This mentorship is tailored to the individual artist. Whether you need feedback on new pieces, direction in your studio practice, clarity in your creative vision, or guidance on navigating the professional art world, you are encouraged to bring your personal goals and challenges to each session.

The mentorship package includes 4 one-hour private Zoom sessions, each priced at $75.00, for a total investment of $300.00. (you can resubscribe to keep the momentum going.) . Click Here to Register

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Email Valerie at valerieallen@outlook.com for more information and schedule the dates for your four sessions every two weeks

2027 Four-Week Advanced Immersive: Developing Voice & Cohesion Winter In-Person Session in Val’s new studio to be announced.

In-Person Immersive Experience

Building on the foundation of exploration and experimentation, this advanced four-week mentorship is designed for artists ready to deepen their practice, clarify their visual language, and begin shaping a cohesive body of work. You will complete 4 finished paintings and multiple sketches.

This next-level experience challenges you to move beyond discovery into intentional creation—where ideas are refined, risks are elevated, and your artistic voice becomes more defined.

Throughout this program, you will:

• Develop a cohesive series of acrylic work rooted in your evolving concepts

• Strengthen your individual visual language and artistic voice

• Experiment in new techniques with acrylic fine art materials

• Engage in critical dialogue and advanced critique practices

• Explore editing, sequencing, and presentation of artwork

• Push your materials and processes with more intentional decision-making

• Build confidence in articulating your work verbally

Structure & Details

• 4 weekly sessions, 3 hours each. Cost is $350.

• Dates to be determined for 2027.

• In-person, 4414 Hampshire Street, Midland, Michigan (Val’s new studio)

• "My studio is located in a private residential basement accessed via stairs. We are deeply committed to welcoming all students; if you have mobility or accessibility needs, please contact us prior to booking so I can arrange to teach you virtually via Zoom. “

• Small group format for individualized mentorship

• Email Valerie at valerieallen@outlook.com to be put on waiting list for Fall Session.