Monday, December 1, 2008

What is an Artist Mentor?

What is an artist Mentor?

We have all been new to SL, trying to figure out how to work with our art here, open a gallery, just get a show...

Some of us figured out how to do it all by ourselves, through trial and error. Some of us were blessed with help, someone who explained lindens, prims, tier, etc... I think we can all imagine how different our experience could have been with or without that help.

The Artist Mentors Group is looking for people who are willing to share their experience with new Artist and Gallery Owners in SL. Our goal is to match skills/interests and connect new people with experienced avatars. This doesn't mean they'll move in with you! We'd just like to give them someone they can IM with questions, people willing to teach classes or simply provide educational material.

Artist Mentors' directors will be a liaison between the new community members and the Mentors, and a point of support for both. Headquarters will be created as a common meeting ground and gathering place.

What do you need to do to be a mentor?

You just need a genuine interest in helping out. Your skill level is not important. We'll be happy to find a niche for your skill or particular area of interest. IM Cora Dibou or Tricia Aferdita if you are interested!