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 Society of Professional Artists  🚀 Lanching End of October 2024

Mastery Graduate

Your Journey Continues...

Stay Connected. Keep Learning.
Be Seen. Get Ahead.

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You've completed the Mastery Program. You’ve mastered techniques and started the journey of creating powerful art in your unique voice. Now, it's time to soar.
SOPA offers a community and vital resources to push your boundaries, grow your career, and keep you inspired.
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What Awaits You...

Contests & Opportunities

Consistent contests with generous cash prizes and gallery features.

Advanced Workshops

Ongoing training personalized to grow your skills and business.

Exclusive Community

A high-impact network for Mastery Program graduates and Milan Art leaders.

Weekly Zoom Calls

Interactive sessions with top coaches and the Milan Art business team.

Monthly Masterminds

Learn advanced art knowledge from Elli, Jake, and Dimitra.

Early Event Access

Be the first to know about Milan Art retreats, conferences, and more.

PLUS a Yearly Brand Audit

As a SOPA member, you’ll receive an in-depth, personalized brand audit annually. This custom analysis is designed to identify and address key areas for improving and strengthening your overall artist brand, helping you stand out and reach your desired audience.

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A New Community Exclusively for Mastery Program Graduates

🚀 Launching End of October 2024

Sign up for the waitlist now and get access to the SOPA waitlist space on the Milan Art app. Access previous Graduate Mastermind recordings with Elli, Jake and Dimitra.

Join The SOPA Waitlist

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Monthly Contests & Opportunities

Participate in monthly contests, enter into curated artist opportunities, be the first to hear about annual events.

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6 Zoom Sessions Every Month

Engage in critiques, office hours, studio time, and masterminds.

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Ongoing Art Business Resources

Access valuable templates, tips, and motivational content.

 

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Daily Community Feedback

Receive continuous support and professional advice.

 

SOPA Exclusive Member Opportunities

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Become a contestant on the next season of The Outstanding Artist 
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Be featured on The Light Movement Show viewed by 100,000 subscribers
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Have your art featured in Milan Art Gallery, Sarasota
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Teaching opportunities and more amazing SOPA Member only offers

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A Society to Empower Visionary Artists

We aim to build a dynamic artist community that inspires and uplifts each other. Partnering with industry experts and fostering active collaboration, we create a rich, ongoing learning environment. With SOPA, your journey with Milan Art doesn’t end at graduation—it’s just the beginning.

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Our Mission

SOPA is committed to supporting artists who are transitioning from the Mastery Program to professional art careers by providing comprehensive resources, expert guidance, and a vibrant community. Our mission is to equip artists with the tools, skills, and connections needed to thrive and sustain successful careers as professional artists.

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Our Vision

To empower artists globally to achieve their full potential and redefine the art world by elevating beauty, fostering innovation and creativity, and providing opportunities for artists to thrive within a supportive community.

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Core Values

Beauty

The ultimate truth, embodying what is pure, Divine, and inspired, and its role in making decisions from a place of strength.

Freedom

Authenticity, creativity, and the unrestricted expression of one's true self.

Exceptionalism

Mastery, excellence, and the drive to inspire and achieve greatness.

Perseverance

Commitment, passion, and the relentless pursuit of one's goals despite challenges.

Courage

Boldness, destiny, faith, and the importance of making decisions from a position of strength.

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MEET THE TEAM

SOPA Board of Advisors

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Elli Milan

Founder, CEO, Visionary, Professional Artist

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Dimitra Milan

Co-Owner, Instructor, Visionary, Professional Artist

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Jake Dunn

Co-Owner, President at Milan Art, Professional Artist

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Jock Armour

Milan Art Gallery Director with 20+ years Experience

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Alannah Anderson

Chief Product Officer, Brand Design, Professional Artist.

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Paul Hartwig

Advertising Director, Marketing Specialist

Get SOPA Updates

Join the SOPA Waitlist for access to a shortlist of Mastermind Sessions with Elli, Jake and Dimitra, and get updates in your inbox.

If you are a Mastery Program Graduate* - or you are planning to graduate by November 2024, please submit your interest and join our Waitlist to be the first to hear when we are accepting members.

*SOPA is Exclusively for Mastery Program graduates, with thorough verification of all applicants.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What does SOPA mean?

SOPA stands for 'Society of Professional Artists'.

I don't have my Graduate Certificate, how do I apply for it?

If you have completed the Mastery Program, you can apply for your certificate here:

Apply for Mastery Program Certificate

If you have any questions, please contact our Customer Support Team: info@milanart.com

 

How can I sign up for SOPA?

SOPA will officially open for Registration between October 28th - 31st 2024. Please join the Waitlist to join the private space on the Milan Art app and access a shortlist of previous Mastermind recordings.

SOPA is a community with resources and opportunities exclusively for Mastery Program Graduates. 

If you have graduated the Mastery Program and you have your certificate, you will be eligible to join SOPA. We will have applications open on October 28th 2024.

How does membership work? SOPA is an annual membership, you will gain access to SOPA when you join on an annual basis. We highly encourage member participation to share knowledge, experiences and support for one another.
Can I join on a monthly or quarterly basis?

Your SOPA membership is available on an annual basis only.

Our annual membership will provide a large amount of business resources, content and business opportunities to support you in your career growth.

Can I join at any time? SOPA registration will be open October 28th-31st 2024 for our first intake of Graduates. And again in January - after this the open registration will be quarterly.
Can I cancel at any time? If you decide to cancel your membership, you are free to do so, however, we do not offer refunds.
I'm a professional artist, but I have never taken the Mastery Program, can I still apply? SOPA is a professional artist community exclusively for Mastery Program Graduates. To find out more about the Mastery Program please visit www.masteryprogram.com

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Connect and Learn Together!

In The Mastery Program, you'll enjoy group coaching sessions and connect with fellow students globally through our social learning platform, Milan Art (formerly Art Social). This exclusive space fosters collaboration, allowing you to share insights and support each other throughout your artistic journey. Discover artists NEAR you and all over the world to form valuable professional connections. Join the waitlist and become part of a vibrant community committed to artistic growth and collaboration!

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