I joined the Art Gym in order to foster connections with the “Art World.” I was pretty brand-spanking new when I joined so I wasn’t even really sure what that meant at the time. Just being a part of a community of like-minded people has helped me immensely. Connecting 1:1 with staff and other members through 1:1 critique and brainstorming sessions has helped me to get 3 new collections finished in the past year. I’ve also really benefited from help with printing a mini-book and photographing all of my pieces. Honestly, just stepping in the door usually inspires me.