This isn't just an art show — it's a mentorship program designed to help you find your voice and share your vision.
Whether you're an accomplished artist or use art to express yourself,
you'll develop real skills, exhibit your work in an immersive experience,
and sell your art to patrons who value your talent and your art's story.
Professional skills and creative confidence
An immersive exhibition where your work takes center stage
Mentorship from experienced artists and facilitators
A supportive cohort of LGBTQ+ youth and young adult artists
Proceeds from your art sales
Membership in alumni community network, events, and classes
Commitment to the program's curriculum
Willingness to share your art's story
Openness to growth, feedback, and building community
One Weekend. Three Sessions. · In Person
The Art of Zen
Mental health basics & LGBTQ+ specific experiences and challenges
Emotional awareness, regulation, and building self-worth
Healthy coping strategies and building lasting support systems
The Art of Relationships
Foundations of healthy relationships and honest communication
Boundaries, consent, and LGBTQ+-specific relational dynamics
Building supportive networks and cultivating lasting self-worth
The Business of Art
Basic finances of an art show — understanding demand, sales strategy, and profit
Professional skills — marketing, presentation, and communication
Basics of art: color, graphic design, media, and visual storytelling
And More
Who Should Apply
16–24 years old, identifying as LGBTQ+, an amateur artist ready to share their story. No prior exhibition experience required.
Artists must commit to:
Produce the required artwork within 30 days of being accepted
Prepare a six-minute recording to accompany and narrate their art
Attend the required 6-hour curriculum
Attend at least five of the ten one-hour after-show receptions
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Cohorts are limited to ten to twelve artists. We strongly encourage early applications.
Submit your application with a brief artist statement
We review and follow up within 30 days
If accepted, you'll receive your cohort details and get started