A Webinar Series from the American Impressionist Society
FREE FOR ALL CURRENT AIS MEMBERS!
Honest conversations about the realities of being a working artist.
There are endless resources available for painting techniques — but far fewer spaces to talk honestly about the day-to-day realities of an artistic life. As if we “only” had to paint!
Fresh Impressions is a monthly webinar series created for artists who want practical conversations about navigating a creative career: juried shows, travel, studio organization, social media, community, AI tools, and everything in between.
Hosted by Board Secretary Chris Rapa AIS and Julie Davis AIS, each session features candid discussion, guest artists and experts, audience Q&A, and actionable takeaways designed to support artists at every stage of their journey.
GOAL: To create a space where artists feel comfortable asking the questions they think they should already know the answers to.
This is not about how to paint. It’s about how to BE a practicing artist.
When: Third Thursdays
Time: 1:00 PM Eastern / 10:00 AM Pacific
Where: On Zoom. Link will be sent to registered members on Tuesday before the session.
FIRST SESSION: Thursday, May 21
Traveling, Painting, and Traveling to Paint
Guest presenter is Jill Banks AIS
Retreats, workshops, residencies, plein air events, and painting on the road. Learn how to choose the right experience, travel lighter, and avoid packing like a refugee. .
WHAT TO EXPECT
* Monthly live webinars
* Guest artists and field experts
* Interactive Q&A
* Curated member questions
* Follow-up resources after each session including a link to watch later.
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