# Event Details - **Event Name**: Building an Art Career: Lessons from Working Artists - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 10 Oct, 2026 at 01:00 pm – Sat, 10 Oct, 2026 at 02:00 pm (+01:00) - **Event Description**: Get the inside scoop from real artists on how to turn your passion into a thriving art career.About this EventAs part of the Visual Art Open (VAO) exhibition, join us for an honest and inspiring panel discussion exploring what it really takes to build a successful career as an artist.Hear directly from established and working artists as they share their personal journeys, from finding opportunities and developing a practice to navigating challenges, building an audience and sustaining a creative career over the long term.The panel will offer practical insights, real-world experiences and valuable lessons for those at the beginning of their artistic journey, while highlighting the different paths a career in the arts can take.SpeakersHelga Stenzel | International artistHelga Stentzel is a London-based visual artist known for finding characters in the most ordinary things. Working with clothing, food and everyday objects, she creates playful images and installations that invite us to look twice at the world around us. Her work has been exhibited internationally and featured in publications including The New York Times, The Guardian and The Colossal.Matilde Tariello | Events and Sponsorships Coordinator, VAAMatilde brings over seven years of experience across the international art market, including roles with leading platforms such as Artsy, where she managed relationships with over 300 galleries and advised on artist development, presentation and market strategy. Alongside her industry roles, Matilde is a guest lecturer and mentor, supporting emerging artists and students in refining their portfolios and professional practice. She brings a practical, market-informed perspective to the opportunities available within the contemporary art world.Dylan Lisle | Artist & VAO 2026 Painting FinalistDylan Lisle is a UK figurative painter based in Manchester. Working primarily in traditional oil painting, his work explores folklore, cultural memory, morality and our changing relationship with technology and the world around us. Drawing on old-master techniques, Lisle creates contemporary narratives that sit somewhere between the familiar and the otherworldly. is a UK figurative painter based in Manchester. Working primarily in traditional oil painting, his work explores folklore, cultural memory, morality and our changing relationship with technology and the world around us. Drawing on old-master techniques, Lisle creates contemporary narratives that sit somewhere between the familiar and the otherworldly.Whether you’re an emerging artist, student, early-career creative or VAA Member, this is an opportunity to hear candid perspectives from artists who have navigated the realities of making a career in the contemporary art world.Come with your questions, hear the stories behind the careers, and leave with practical advice and inspiration for your own creative journey.Saturday 10 October | 1–2pmThe Minster Building, 21 Mincing Lane, London, EC3R 7AG - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/london/building-an-art-career-lessons-from-working-artists/100002000249729787 - **Event Categories**: art, fine-arts, drawing-painting, business, exhibitions - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 1 hour - Location: The Minster Building - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: London - **state**: EN - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: The Minster Building - **lat**: 51.5106098 - **long**: -0.08141559999999999 - **full address**: The Minster Building, 21 Mincing Lane, London, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Building an Art Career: Lessons from Working Artists - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/6118fba58d7f15fd59b9087761da8fdb8a68337c4a8eae3034ec5f7700b5a80e-rimg-w1200-h600-dcf8e8d8-gmir.jpg?v=1789502033 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Building an Art Career: Lessons from Working Artists being held? - **A:** Building an Art Career: Lessons from Working Artists takes place on Sat, 10 Oct, 2026 at 01:00 pm to Sat, 10 Oct, 2026 at 02:00 pm at The Minster Building, 21 Mincing Lane, London, United Kingdom. - **Q**: Who is organizing Building an Art Career: Lessons from Working Artists? - **A:** Building an Art Career: Lessons from Working Artists is organized by The Visual Artists Association is a professional body for artists.. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Building an Art Career: Lessons from Working Artists is ideal for art lovers, trade professionals, collectors, and exhibition enthusiasts exploring the latest in their field. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in London, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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