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join our [free] live virtual mastermind for an opportunity to enroll into meraki art institute

inside the mastermind

The Artist Identity Shift

Before the income comes, the identity must shift. In this pillar, we dive deep into the creative mindset you need to move from “hobbyist” to confident creative CEO. You’ll learn how to embody your role as a professional artist, build unshakable confidence, and reframe your relationship with money, marketing, and self-worth.

The Meraki Marketing Method

Learn the exact branding and storytelling strategies our students use to attract collectors and opportunities organically. This pillar breaks down how to show up online with authenticity and clarity, create magnetic content, and build a brand that truly reflects your voice and vision—without burning out.

The Business of Art

Creativity needs structure to thrive. This final pillar shows you how to treat your art like a business—from pricing your work for profit, to building multiple income streams, to understanding the essentials of taxes, bookkeeping, and legal structure. We’ll show you how to build a business that supports your creative flow, instead of stifling it.

By the end of this mastermind, you’ll walk away with a clearer vision, tangible tools, and a direct path toward building a profitable art business that feels fully aligned with who you are. If you're ready to turn your creative calling into a sustainable career—this is your starting point.

meet your mentors

meraki art institute is founded & operated by self-taught full-time artists.

Artist, Gallery Curator & Mentor

Melissa Medina

Melissa is a professional artist of 5 years. Her journey began humbly, selling her art on the beach boardwalk- she now owns her own gallery within the historic Dunaway Building in the heart of Pacific Beach, San Diego.

As the founder and CEO of Meraki Art Institute & Meraki Spaces LLC, Melissa is passionate about helping other artists succeed faster—without giving away 50% of their income to traditional galleries. Through her mentorship, workshops, and community, she empowers artists to build aligned, profitable careers by representing themselves and leading with their unique creative voice.

@melissamedinaart

Professional Photographer & Visual Artist

Olivia Rakowski

Olivia Rakowski is a multi-disciplinary creative and the founder of @artmvmnt.agency, a photography and creative agency she’s successfully run for the past five years. Her business is rooted in consistency, clarity, and creative depth, working with multiple monthly retainer clients to bring powerful brand stories to life through visual media.

But Olivia’s talents go far beyond the lens—she’s also an accomplished visual artist with her own signature style, offering custom commissioned paintings, curating her own gallery pop-up show, leading international creative retreats, and building a dynamic portfolio in travel photography.

Inside Meraki Art Institute, Olivia serves as a core mentor and coach, offering her own office hours and live trainings.

@artofolivia_

about enrollment

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Enrollment for Meraki Art Institute opens once a month and begins with our signature free event:
How to Generate 6 Figures in Your Art Business — a live mastermind designed to give you real, actionable tools to elevate your creative career.

This session is more than an info call—it’s a value-packed training where you’ll learn the exact mindset shifts that helped Melissa & other successful artists within Meraki Art Institute build a six-figure art business as a self-taught artist

By attending, you’ll receive a special invitation to apply for the next wave of enrollment.
We keep our container intentionally intimate, and spaces are limited to ensure every artist gets the support they need.

If you’re ready to build a profitable, purpose-led art business—and join a powerful community of creatives—your journey starts with our next free mastermind.