Welcome!

 

When you log in, you begin in your Membership Library.  From there you can...

  • Go the The Artisan's Ascent (the Stairs) where you can begin your self-paced climb to increase the value of your art and confidently optimize your pricing.
  • Go to the Course: 33 Essential Factors where you will learn about the essential core elements of art, design principles, advanced techniques, and expressions of artistic voice -- all with case studies of master works. These are the essential factors you need to captivate the hearts of collectors and gallerists.
  • Go to The Guild where you can join with other artists who share this common goal.
  • Click "The Golden Flame" (logo) on any page in the stairwell to return to the previous page
  • Look for other menu items to quickly jump to another area -- for example, the wooden door under the spiral staircase is labeled 'The Guild' and will take you directly there.

 

If you subscribed to the Basic Palette level, you now have access to some key functions at a very low cost!

  • 14 Day free trial period
  • Objective Analysis of your Art based on 33 Essential Factors
  • 33 Essential Factors course
  • The Guild community support
  • Live Demo / Q&A sessions 

 

If you purchased (or upgraded to) the Pro Studio level, you have access to everything in the Basic Palette, plus:

  • Unlimited professional analyses with tips for improvement
  • Feedback and scoring of artwork revisions (SMI and RI factors)
  • Analysis and advice for career level improvement (CLI factor)
  • The world's first automated valuation model of the primary art market -- enabling you to optimally price your work
  • The benefit of an art sales database which is kept up to date without you spending hours of market research just to learn a fraction of the information
  • The right to discover The Secrets of Virtu' (a surprise bonus!)

 

About Me

I'm Robert Clark, fine art appraiser and founder of this amazing journey. I'm also a fellow artist, painting under the name Robert Bek, who understands the challenges of elevating our craft and properly valuing our work. You'll see examples of my work inside "The Guild."

 

Years in the Making

As a member of The Artisan's Ascent, you have access to something truly unique – the world's first comprehensive system that combines advanced artistic instruction with professional art valuation. As a career appraiser and fellow artist, I've spent years developing the methodology and technology that powers your personalized journey to mastery.

 

Ready to Begin Your Ascent?

 The medieval staircase will guide you through our proven 4-S.T.E.P. methodology:
  • Survey your current work with professional analysis and ideas for improvement
  • Train with the essential factors you need most
  • Execute the transformation in your studio and receive progress scores (SMI, RI, and CLI)
  • Price your work with confidence using the automated valuation system

The Secrets of Virtù orb sits atop of the stairs -- a bonus reward that must be earned.

Note: Virtù is a medieval term meaning "creative mastery."

 

The Guild

The Guild is your support community where you can interact with fellow artists on the same journey.  To enter The Guild just knock on the heavy wooden door at the bottom of the stairs.

Live Q&A Sessions

Join me for regular sessions where I'll analyze member artwork, demonstrate the assessment process, and answer all your questions about technique, valuation, and the path to excellence. 

Support & Guidance

If you encounter any technical issues or have questions about navigating the program, simply post them in the Ask Rob section. 

A Guideline for The Guild

Our community thrives on mutual support and shared discovery. Please be kind, encouraging, and constructive in your interactions.

 

Begin the Climb!

Welcome to your journey... the medieval staircase awaits! Your transformation begins now!

– Robert Clark, Founder, Artist & Appraiser

 

Let's go!