The Monthly Exchange is our format for professional development focused programming available to Essential Members. Part social mixer and part discussion/exchange, each month's session is led by an influential guest who holds a professional position in the art world, and will provide critical feedback and resources on a career-focused topic.

Members can RSVP on the forum to set a reminder.

Emily Carol Burns (b. Warrenton, VA) is an artist, designer, and curator. She holds a BFA in Drawing and Painting and an MFA in Graphic Design from The Pennsylvania State University. She is the founder and curatorial director of the arts organization Maake, which publishes Maake Magazine, an independent print magazine featuring the work of contemporary artists and artist-run projects. She is also the founder of Maake Projects, an exhibition space in central PA.