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Choose Your IndieMe Academy Path

IndieMe Academy provides practical business education created specifically for handcrafted artists. Built from more than 25 years of experience through IndieMe Marketplace and the handcrafted industry, the Academy focuses on the real decisions artists face as they prepare, sell, adjust, and grow.

Retail Foundations is designed for artists selling directly to customers through shows, markets, pop-ups, online shops, and other retail opportunities. The lessons cover pricing, photography, presentation, marketing, customer experience, and thoughtful business growth.

The Wholesale Path is for artists who want to understand, prepare for, begin, or strengthen sales to galleries, boutiques, museum stores, and other retail buyers. The curriculum covers wholesale readiness, pricing, buyer materials, production, lead times, terms, fulfillment, marketing, and buyer relationships.

Choose the access option that best fits your goals and complete the registration form below. If you have questions before enrolling, email us at academy@indieme.com.

IndieMe Academy enrollment is separate from IndieMe Marketplace membership. Completing an Academy path does not guarantee Marketplace acceptance, buyer orders, or specific business results.

Choose your IndieMe Academy learning path

Not Sure Which Path Fits Your Business?

Use the free Wholesale Readiness Check-In to explore where your business stands today and receive practical recommendations for what to work on next.

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Lifetime Wholesale Path

Best if you want the deepest level of wholesale education and long-term access. Includes:

Lifetime access to all current Wholesale Path lessons
Lifetime access to future Wholesale Path updates, tools, and resources
Six consecutive months of guidance from an assigned mentor
Monthly mentor Q&A and feedback on your progress and assignments during the mentorship period
One individual mentor review session focused on your product line, pricing, presentation, or next steps
Lifetime access to the private Academy artist community
If accepted to IndieMe Marketplace, $100 off the first year of an eligible annual Marketplace plan

IndieMe Marketplace membership is separate and subject to its application and jury process.

Reg. Price: $749.00

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One-Year Wholesale Path

Best if you want a full year of structured wholesale education and support. Includes:

One year of access to all current Wholesale Path lessons
Access to new and updated Wholesale Path lessons, tools, and resources during your membership
Three consecutive months of guidance from an assigned mentor
Monthly mentor Q&A and feedback on your progress and assignments during the mentorship period
One individual mentor review session focused on your product line, pricing, presentation, or next steps
One year of access to the private Academy artist community
If accepted to IndieMe Marketplace, $50 off the first year of an eligible annual Marketplace plan

IndieMe Marketplace membership is separate and subject to its application and jury process.

Reg. Price: $349.00

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Wholesale Starter Pass

Best if you want to explore wholesale before committing to the complete Wholesale Path. Includes:

30 days of access to three wholesale-focused modules: Wholesale 101, Photography & Video, and Marketing
A Quick Start plan to help you identify practical next steps
Self-guided lessons, worksheets, tools, and resources from the three included modules
A preview of the IndieMe Academy learning style
Upgrade credit toward the One-Year or Lifetime Wholesale Path when used within 14 days after the pass ends

The Wholesale Starter Pass does not include assigned mentor guidance or IndieMe Marketplace membership.

Reg. Price: $97.00

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Retail Foundations

Best if your business is focused on selling directly to customers through markets, shows, pop-ups, online shops, studio sales, and other retail opportunities. Includes:

One year of access to all current Retail Foundations lessons
Access to new and updated Retail Foundations lessons, tools, and resources during your membership
Practical guidance on product lines, pricing, photography, presentation, marketing, selling, and customer experience
Downloadable worksheets, checklists, and planning tools
Self-paced education designed around the realities of running a handcrafted retail business
Support for building confidence, making thoughtful business decisions, and taking action at your own pace

Retail Foundations is self-guided and does not include assigned mentor guidance, individual review sessions, the Wholesale Path, or IndieMe Marketplace membership.

Reg. Price: $179.00

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Please note:
The IndieMe Marketplace and IndieMe Academy are dedicated to providing artists and businesses with valuable educational resources, tools, and opportunities. However, all content is for educational and informational purposes only. We are not attorneys or certified public accountants, and nothing provided should be considered legal, financial, or tax advice. Please consult with qualified professionals for guidance on your specific circumstances. While our goal is to support your growth, we do not guarantee specific results, including but not limited to sales, orders, or engagement. Outcomes will vary depending on individual effort, product appeal, and market conditions. By participating in the IndieMe Marketplace and/or IndieMe Academy, you agree to hold both entities harmless from any liabilities, losses, or claims arising from your participation. Payment Policy: Your credit card or eCheck will be processed upon submitting the registration form. Due to the nature of our business, all sales are final and no refunds can be issued. Please note that we do not store your payment information.