Artist Cultivation Program

Turn your artistic aspirations into a reality

 

What is the Artist Cultivation Program (ACP)?

Step into the Artist Cultivation Program (ACP), a welcoming place for artists on a journey of spiritual, creative, and professional growth. As part of Christos Collective, the ACP is your invitation to turn your artistic aspirations into reality.

Twice a year, join a small group of fellow artists for four months of shared goals, monthly meetings, and support through the highs and lows of the artistic life. Together, let's foster intentionality in our art practice and encourage each other as we pursue our dreams.

Do I have to live in Colorado to participate?

No, you don’t have to live in Colorado to participate in the ACP! We have Christos artists in Florida, Maine, New Mexico, South Carolina… You get the picture. Both Christos Collective and the ACP are happy to welcome artists from anywhere there’s an internet connection.

Benefits of the ACP

  • Get to know other artists

  • Share challenges in a supportive environment

  • Mutual encouragement

  • Accountability for working on goals

 
 

Spiritual Goals

  • Developing a routing to connect with the Lord before creating

  • Dedicated prayer time

  • Joining a study or group to support spiritual growth

  • Pressing into the connection between art and spirituality

There is nobody who understands the struggles of an artist like a fellow artist.
— Jennifer Bunge
 
 

Artistic Goals

  • Complete a body of work

  • Connect art practice with the community

  • Finish a project

  • Re-envision their art practice

All of art is built around meaningful relationships and the joy of being.
— Levi Nelson
 
 

Professional Goals

  • Work on marketing

  • Set up an online selling platform

  • Update website

  • Attend workshops or seminars

I liked the companionship and the group’s wisdom for solving problems.
I liked that I could learn from what they do.
— Dan Dynneson

From August 2021 through November 2023, Christos Collective members have now participated in five rounds of the Artist Cultivation Program. In each round, participants continue to learn, grow, develop meaningful relationships, and see their opportunities expand.

We look forward to another wonderful year in 2024 and trust God to continue to lead us personally and as a group to embrace our vocation as ambassadors of the Holy Spirit and impact culture through our art and art practice.

I’d like to join. What do I do next?

If you’re interested in joining an ACP group, your next step is to apply for membership. Application for membership is always open and we love meeting with artists to share what it means to be a part of Christos Collective. You’ll have the opportunity to join a group after becoming a Christos member. The ACP runs twice a year with new sessions beginning each January and July.