Shoebox Membership
Weekly programming, 53 professional development guides, a community of working artists, and a mentor who has been in the trenches for over a 30 years.
Shoebox is where artists figure out the art world and what they actually want from it.
Transform Your Art Career with Community
What Our Members Achieve
Clear Career Direction - Stop feeling overwhelmed and gain clarity on your next steps with structured guidance and peer support.
Professional Connections - Build relationships with curators, gallerists, and fellow artists who become champions of your work.
Exhibition Opportunities - Get your work seen through curated calls, gallery introductions, and professional presentation skills.
Jo Ann Block at 643 Project Space, Ventura CA
Your Weekly Artist Development Schedule
Monday - Office Hours
(11am PST)
Each month we focus on a specific theme with guides, checklists, to-do lists, and clear outcomes you can actually apply to your practice. Structured, recorded, and built around what artists actually need. Sessions are recorded so you never miss a thing.
June: Find Your Place Which art world are you actually trying to be in? Who is your real audience? What does success look like for you? Build a concrete roadmap for the next 6 to 12 months.
July: Pricing Your Work The conceptual, practical, and emotional side of pricing. Stop guessing and start charging what your work is worth.
August: Professional Studio Visits What a studio visit is, why it matters, how to ask for one, and how to make the most of it when it happens.
September: How To Get Invited To Shows Stop waiting to be discovered. Learn how relationships, visibility, and strategy actually get you invited into exhibitions.
Dellis Frank at NOMAD in Torrance CA
Monthly Deep-Dive Sessions
Guest Speaker Series - Saturdays
(dates announced monthly)
Learn directly from curators, gallerists, writers, collectors, and established artists who share insights from the professional art world.
Critique Groups - 2nd Sunday at 11am PST
Structured feedback sessions using proven critique methodologies to help you refine your work and presentation.
Shana Nys Dambrot and Kristine Schomaker
Everything Included in Your Membership
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Studio Visit Exchange - Get paired with committed artists for mutual support and studio visit exchanges
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Artist Spotlights - Featured across our platforms to increase your visibility and reach
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Co-Working Sessions - Work alongside other artists for motivation and accountability
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Direct Email Support - Get personalized guidance from Kristine when you need it most
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Private Community Chat - Connect with fellow members 24/7 for support and celebration
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Curated Opportunities - Hand-picked calls for art, grants, and exhibition opportunities
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Specialized Workshops - Access bonus sessions on timely topics and essential skills
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Local Meetups - Connect in person at galleries, studios, and art events
Member Success Story
"I think one day we will find out that Kristine is actually more than one person, perhaps borrowed from alternate universes with similar timelines, because I still don't understand how one person can be so much to so many people! Kristine is my friend and my mentor, she 'gets' me, and she sees what I am capable of much more than I can see in myself. I used to dream of having an art career, and now I'm finally having one." — Monica Marks
Ready to Stop Navigating the Art World Alone?
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Your creative community is waiting.
Join artists who are transforming their practices into sustainable careers with weekly support, monthly opportunities, and a network that champions your success.
Questions?
Email shoeboxartsla@gmail.com or join our free Community Conversations every Tuesday at 11am PST.