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Community Event: Introduction to Community Critique Circle

Artist Community Critique Circle

Join us for an informational session introducing a new monthly program designed to support local artists through structured peer feedback and professional development. This gathering offers an opportunity to learn about our Community Critique Circle approach, meet facilitator Doza Mendoza (SFAI 2025 Community of Practice alum), and discover how you can participate beginning February 2026.

Our monthly Community Critique Circle creates space for artists to cultivate meaningful connections, engage in creative exchange, and access guidance from curators, cultural workers, and fellow artists. This initiative extends our commitment to supporting critical dialogue beyond our residency programming, offering a focused way to connect with your local creative community.

Meeting every second Tuesday evening of the month starting in February 2026, each session will feature:

  • Artist Presentations: A few participants share works in progress for critical feedback and dialogue
  • Structured Feedback: Practice with the Critical Response Process

During this information session, you’ll be introduced to the Critical Response Process, a proven method devised by Liz Lerman in 1990 for giving and receiving feedback on creative work in progress. This approach is designed to leave makers energized and motivated to continue their work.

Through four supportive core steps, the Process combines thoughtful questioning with informed dialogue, giving artists an active role in discussing their own work. It strengthens how we think, communicate, and engage with one another—skills that enhance artistic collaboration, professional relationships, and creative community building.

About This Information Session

This introductory gathering provides an opportunity to:

  • Learn about the Community Critique Group structure and expectations
  • Meet facilitator Doza Mendoza
  • Experience elements of the Critical Response Process
  • Ask questions and determine if this program aligns with your creative practice
  • Connect with other local artists interested in sustained creative dialogue

Whether you’re seeking structured feedback on your work, wanting to contribute your expertise to fellow artists, or looking to deepen your connections within the local creative community, this session will help you understand how the Community Critique Group can support your artistic journey.

About Doza Mendoza
Doza Mendoza (they/them) is a Santa Fe based artist, facilitator, and intimacy coordinator for the film and television industry. Their work seeks to build bridges across cultures of authority, gender, race, class, sexuality, and intersectional identities, with respect and empowerment for everyone involved. With degrees from both Stanford University (BA Communication, BA Film and Media Studies) and the University of Southern California (MA Communication Management), Doza delves deeply into communication strategies that seek to restore connections to work through miscommunications and resolve conflict. As a facilitator for art critiques at SFAI, they are centered in guiding participants through value-based feedback for an uplifting creative impact.

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Date

January 26

Time

5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Location

Santa Fe Art Institute + Google Map
1600 St. Michael's Drive #31
Santa Fe, New Mexico 87505