Turps Banana

About

Turps Banana stands as a unique and comprehensive platform dedicated to the advancement and support of painters worldwide. Established with the vision to foster a deep, reflective engagement with the art of painting, Turps offers a range of programs, including the Turps Correspondence Course, Turps Surgeries, and 1-2-1 Mentoring. These initiatives are designed to cater to various needs and stages in an artist's career, providing critical feedback, professional development, and community engagement. The Correspondence Course is an innovative online mentoring program aimed at developing painters’ practices through critical, supportive written reviews. This program enables artists globally, irrespective of their career stage, to receive informed feedback from practicing painters selected by Turps, emphasizing a reflective and intensive learning approach. Turps Surgeries and the 1-2-1 Mentoring sessions offer more personalized interactions. The Surgeries are intense, critical group critiques led by Turps mentors, providing a dynamic space for painters to engage deeply with their work and receive direct feedback. Meanwhile, the 1-2-1 Mentoring offers individualized sessions, either in person or online, allowing for tailored guidance and advice. Founded on the principle of dialogue from painter to painter, Turps Banana fosters a community where artists can challenge, support, and inspire one another. By facilitating these diverse programs, Turps upholds its commitment to enriching the practice and discourse of painting, making it an invaluable resource for artists seeking to explore and push the boundaries of their work.