Workshops
Group Workshop
Individual Session
Exhibition Proposal Mentorship | Virtual
Schedule a one-hour video call to receive feedback and advice on an exhibition proposal. Bring information from an open call you are planning to apply to and the first draft and/or notes towards the proposal you would like to create. Receive guidance on how to create an clear exhibition proposal that gives reviewers the relevant information they need to understand your practice and proposed exhibition.
Individual Session
Artist’s Statement Mentorship | Virtual
This is an individual writing workshop opportunity. Schedule a one-hour video call session to receive suggested edits, discuss the flow of your writing, and suggested readings to bolster your thoughts about your work.
Individual Session
Artist’s Statement Workshop | Virtual
Join this online writing workshop for artists who want to improve their existing Artist’s Statement as they work towards upcoming exhibition/residency applications, artist website updates, or any other setting where an artist needs to write about their work.
Individual Sessions are currently available for November - December 2026. Check back later for more available times or reach out to inquire about a specific time.
Artist Mentorship | Virtual
Schedule a one-hour video call with feedback custom fit to your needs including critique, consultation on professional practices, or guidance planning an exhibition.
About Sarah
Sarah Irvin is an interdisciplinary artist, curator, and educator with experience mentoring artists through virtual critique groups, individual mentorship, workshops, and teaching at the university level. She is the Curator of Student Exhibitions & Programs at The Anderson for VCUarts.
Testimonials
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"Our time with Sarah was meaningful and each artist had a chance to get direct and important feedback on their statements. I walked away feeling more confident in my ability to describe my artwork and put it into words for my viewers. I feel excited to explore the world of art writing whereas before it was a bit daunting! Sarah provided helpful feedback, resources and prompts for practice. I highlight recommend participating!"
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"Sarah’s mentorship is like a coffee chat with your favorite professor. She is encouraging and inquisitive, offering questions, prompts, references, and feedback that will stick with you and propel your practice forward!"
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"Working with Sarah has strengthened my work and invited curiosity and deeper thinking about the smallest of details. She has introduced me to philosophical structures that I didn't know existed and never thought I'd be able to access. Her kindness, rigour and ability to find connections between so many different ways of thinking and being is amazing to experience. I also find that those drawn to work with her are like minded and my community of artists has grown from working in groups and one on one with Sarah."