Partner Class Proposal – SomArt Space

Program Partner Application

Revenue Share Model for Classes. Please read the full Program Partnership overview at https://somartspace.org/apply-to-use-space/partner-class-proposal before completing this form.

Step 1 of 3

Qualifying Questions

Before you continue: Please answer the four questions below. If you answer No to any of them, the partnership model is not the right fit at this time — you will be directed to an alternative. The standard class contract or rehearsal contract may be a better starting point.

I have offered open classes before in a professional or pre-professional context(Required)

Yes — I have a track record of producing open classes and an audience that follows my work.

No — this would be my first time offering open classes.

Not including in-school teaching or apprenticeship experience.

My class primarily serves working or pre-professional artists(Required)

Yes — my class is professional-level training, technique, or creative practice.

No — my class is open to recreational participants or the general public as its primary audience.

I am prepared to actively promote each session through my own channels(Required)

Yes — I maintain active channels and am committed to per-session promotion.

No — I do not currently maintain channels through which I actively promote my work.

This means a dedicated feed post (not stories alone) at least 5 days before each class.

I understand that each session must be held as a public offering with active promotion, or self-converted to a rehearsal booking at $17/hr at least 5 days in advance(Required)

Yes — I understand the session conversion model and my obligations under it.

No — I need more information before confirming.

1. Contact Information

Name(Required)

First Last

Group or Organization Name

If applying as a group or organization. Individual applicants leave blank.

Designated Lead Contact — Name

Groups and organizations only. This person holds administrative and programmatic accountability for the partnership and is the point of contact for all SomArt communications.

Designated Lead Contact — Role within organization

Phone(Required)

Email(Required)

Existing Relationship

I’m an existing program partner

I teach a contracted class at SomArt

I’m a SomArt artist

I’m new to SomArt

Link to Artist or Organization's Work(Required)

Website, Instagram, or other primary public channel.

What draws you to the partnership model rather than a standard class contract? We ask this to better understand how the program is serving its community — there is no right answer.(Required)

2. Background & Mission Alignment

Provide a short bio of the artist or organization(Required)

Include your artistic practice, teaching background, and any relevant experience producing open classes.

How does your work align with SomArt's mission?(Required)

SomArt is a civic program supporting activities that enrich public life through artistic and cultural value — particularly work that could not sustain itself at market rate without subsidy. Tell us why this partnership makes sense within that context.

In which ways does your class serve working arts professionals?(Required)

Describe who your class is for, what it offers to a working artist’s practice, and why it belongs in a professional space.

How many years of teaching experience do you have?(Required)

This would be my first year

1–5 years

5–10 years

10–20 years

20+ years

Not including in-school teaching or apprenticeship experience.

How many ongoing open class series have you produced in your career?(Required)

This would be my first

1–5

5–10

10+

Where have you offered open classes before?(Required)

List venue names and indicate whether you self-produced or were presented/produced. If presented, include the presenter’s name.

3. Class Proposal

How many classes would you like to offer?

List the class(es) you would like to offer

Use the + to add more classes

Describe the class(es) you would like to offer(Required)

Include the main discipline or style, what students will work on, and what makes this class distinct from what is already available in the market.

What level is this class?(Required)

Open to all levels

Beginner

Intermediate or Beginner/Intermediate

Intermediate/Advanced

Intermediate/Advanced/Professional Level

What level is class 1?(Required)

Open to all levels

Beginner

Intermediate or Beginner/Intermediate

Intermediate/Advanced

Intermediate/Advanced/Professional Level

What level is class 2?(Required)

Open to all levels

Beginner

Intermediate or Beginner/Intermediate

Intermediate/Advanced

Intermediate/Advanced/Professional Level

What level is class 3?(Required)

Open to all levels

Beginner

Intermediate or Beginner/Intermediate

Intermediate/Advanced

Intermediate/Advanced/Professional Level

What level is class 4?(Required)

Open to all levels

Beginner

Intermediate or Beginner/Intermediate

Intermediate/Advanced

Intermediate/Advanced/Professional Level

What level is class 5?(Required)

Open to all levels

Beginner

Intermediate or Beginner/Intermediate

Intermediate/Advanced

Intermediate/Advanced/Professional Level

Link to in-class work related to the proposed class

Not required. Video or documentation of you teaching this or related material if available.

Describe your use of the space during class(es)(Required)

Include whether you need the marley floor, sound system, projection, specific lighting, or other amenities. Note any props, sets, or external equipment you would bring in.

Please note that contracts are for the full period selected, not partial.

What season are you interested in offering this class?(Required)

Fall/Winter — Sept through Dec

Winter/Spring — Jan through April