06/22/2026
What happens when an artist creates without worrying about packages, upgrades, or sales appointments?
That's the question I'm setting out to explore this summer.
As part of a research project on creativity, fulfillment, and fine art portraiture, I'll be selecting up to 10 individuals with meaningful stories to participate in artist-directed portrait projects.
No ordering appointment, product menu, or even image selection process...
Just a concept, a story, and a finished piece of artwork.
Sometimes the most interesting work happens when we remove the noise and focus entirely on the art. There is no fee to participate in this event and I will only select 10 participants.
Applications now open: https://jessicavallia1.sproutstudio.com/questionnaire/artist-application