The Artist Mastermind Circle is a focused group coaching programme for mid-career contemporary artists ready to take their practice and career to the next level. You’ve built a solid foundation, and now it’s time to refine your strategies, increase your income, and tackle new challenges with confidence. This exclusive, application-only programme provides expert guidance from Ceri Hand and the support of a trusted community to help you achieve greater recognition and expand your opportunities.
Apply NowThe Artist Mastermind Circle provides expert creative coaching from Ceri Hand, designed to address the specific challenges you face—whether that’s strengthening gallery relationships, improving financial planning, or boosting confidence.
In a small group of experienced contemporary artists, you’ll gain clarity, develop fresh strategies, and forge lasting connections with peers who share your ambition, ensuring you stay motivated and supported throughout your creative journey.
Tailored Coaching with Ceri Hand
Join focused group coaching sessions led by Ceri, offering expert advice and strategies to tackle your unique challenges and apply insights directly to your practice.
Collaborative Hotseats
Present your challenges, gain fresh perspectives, and spark new ideas through feedback from your peers, guided by Ceri’s expert facilitation.
Practical Masterclasses
Led by Ceri, these Masterclasses cover vital topics like how to price and sell your work, working with commercial art galleries, mastering studio visits, overcoming imposter syndrome, providing actionable advice.
Goal Setting and Accountability
With Ceri’s guidance and the group’s support, you’ll set clear ambitious goals, stay focused, and remain on track to achieve success.
Peer Network
Be part of a carefully curated group of incredible artists who share knowledge, resources, collaborate, and offer ongoing support that extends beyond the programme.
Exclusive online community
The Artist Mastermind Circle is hosted on Mighty Networks, accessible via laptop or the mobile app. Connect with artists, post questions in the chat, share insights, access resources, and stay engaged between sessions.
The Artist Mastermind Circle is a group coaching programme perfect for mid-career contemporary artists who:
★ Have an impressive track record in solo and group exhibitions, residencies, or other notable achievements within the art world.
★ Actively promote their work locally, nationally, or internationally and are ready to build on their momentum.
★ Are represented or poised for representation, with an established profile and a desire to amplify their impact and reach.
★ Value a supportive, confidential, brave space to share challenges, discover solutions, and take bold strides toward their goals.
If this applies to you, the Artist Mastermind Circle offers the guidance, community, and expertise to help you expand your impact and achieve your ambitions.
The Artist Mastermind Circle offers exceptional benefits for mid-career artists. Engage in focused group coaching sessions, gain insider knowledge tailored to your needs, and participate in six transformative Masterclasses over six months—live or via replay—designed to tackle key topics and spark growth.
Build confidence in pricing and selling your work, and identify what to sell for a sustainable income.
Learn how to increase and master studio visits and maximise your interactions with art world professionals.
Gain essential insights into the operations of leading galleries and build positive, rewarding relationships.
Learn how to plan and negotiate exhibitions and commissions to ensure success for you and your collaborators.
Conquer negative thoughts, strengthen creative confidence and resilience, and embrace your unique flair.
Learn Ceri’s 5C’s Framework, the foundation of her coaching approach, and use it to accelerate your art career.
Creative coaching is a transformative journey with Ceri, an ICF-accredited coach with extensive experience in the arts. Through active listening and powerful questions, Ceri helps you see beyond your limitations, challenge unhelpful thoughts, and break old habits. You’ll also learn from others, sharing challenges and solutions, expanding your perspective. Together, you’ll uncover new ways of thinking and acting that drive positive change, build lasting confidence, and fuel your success.
Group coaching with Ceri boosts your confidence and helps you tackle challenges by learning from the diverse experiences of fellow artists. In the Artist Mastermind Circle, you’ll join a global, multidisciplinary group of artists, from painters to sculptors and VR creators. This mix offers fresh perspectives, new connections with key players in the art world, and the chance to explore new techniques and ideas. Collaborating across disciplines opens doors to valuable partnerships and creative growth, enriching your practice and expanding your opportunities.
Don’t miss a thing. You can access the community on your laptop or phone or via the free Mighty Network app.
Worksheets, tools, and videos to help you set goals, overcome challenges, and achieve results.
Join Ceri and fellow Artist Mastermind Circle members for an exclusive dinner in London to connect in person.
Work directly with Ceri Hand in tailored group coaching sessions, gaining the insights and strategies you need to advance your career with confidence.
With over 30 years of experience in the art world, Ceri has worked across commercial galleries, curating exhibitions, programming institutions, and running residency programmes. She has supported thousands of artists in making bold work and navigating the complexities of the art world. Her deep industry knowledge, extensive network, empathetic approach, and proven strategies make her the ideal guide to help you elevate your practice.
You’ll also receive dedicated support from Rike Detscher, our Client Services Manager, who brings creative knowledge from the fashion, architecture, and Michelin-star fine dining industries. Rike will be your point of contact throughout your Mastermind journey, ensuring you have the support you need to succeed.
Being part of the Artist Mastermind Circle has been transformative. The bi-weekly sessions were incredibly helpful, especially knowing the topics in advance and being able to prepare. Setting clear, detailed goals early on and hearing others’ goals encouraged me to push myself. It was so valuable to turn my swirling thoughts into a concrete plan.
Cohort Member
The group’s support and the open conversations about gallery relationships were especially useful. Most importantly, I felt part of a community of artists who listen, support, and help each other—something I haven't experienced since art school.
Cohort Member
I feel much more in control of my career - in the driving seat and not just a passenger. The group coaching sessions always got us fired up and ready to take action.
Cohort Member
The Live Group Coaching sessions are held bi-weekly, typically between Tuesday and Thursday. To accommodate artists worldwide, we alternate between AM and PM time slots. If you’re unable to attend a session live, you can access the replay at your convenience. Each session lasts 1 hour and is hosted on Zoom.
The Masterclass sessions are held monthly, typically between Tuesday and Thursday, always in the evening from 5:00 to 7:00 PM GMT. If you’re unable to attend live, you can watch the replay at your convenience. Each session lasts 2 hours and is hosted on Zoom. There are 7 Masterclasses in total.
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We offer four Artist Mastermind Circle cohorts each year:
Duration: The Artist Mastermind Circle runs for six months, providing consistent support and momentum to help you achieve meaningful progress in your artistic career.
Format: Engage in fortnightly online group sessions, designed to fit seamlessly into your schedule. These interactive sessions are complemented by a bespoke dinner in London, giving you the chance to connect with your cohort, Ceri and Rike in person.
Online Chat: Stay connected between sessions with an interactive online community, hosted on Mighty Networks. Share insights, ask questions, and collaborate with fellow artists in real-time.
Group Size: Each cohort is limited to 20 artists. This ensures you receive tailored coaching and build deep, impactful connections with a close-knit group of peers.
Investment: The programme costs £1,500 (including taxes) per person, offering tremendous value for six months of expert coaching, resources, and community support.
You should apply if: You have your finances in place to fully commit to the programme. The Artist Mastermind Circle requires an investment of £1,500, and we want to ensure that you are in a position to make this commitment so you can fully engage with the support, resources, and coaching provided. If you’re ready to invest in your growth and take the next step in your artistic career, we’d love to have you join us!
The Artist Mastermind Circle is by application only. Places are limited to maintain a high-quality, supportive group dynamic.
To be eligible for the Artist Mastermind Circle, you must be open to participating in a group setting, where honesty, transparency, and a willingness to share are key. This is a space where constructive feedback is encouraged, and everyone’s voice matters. By engaging fully, you’ll contribute to the collective growth and benefit from the insights of your peers, fostering a supportive and collaborative environment.
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