Professional Practices for Artists, Part 1
Are you an emerging or experienced artist looking for guidance on how to balance art making and business?
Alongside artist Gaetanne Lavoie, learn and discuss the key skills necessary to becoming an entrepreneurial artist, and discover the available resources for you! Learn the importance of creating a brand, business cards, a website, and a resume that stands out. Dive into how to utilize social media and marketing in an effective way. Learn how to work as a full-time artist, and talk MONEY! Where to find it, how to get it, from: grants, competitions, submissions, art sales, prints, expositions, patrons and more. Learn the important approaches to advertise yourself and develop a client list. After this 3-session series, you will take home tangible tips and resources to up-level your creative career. 16+
Where: Tett Gallery, 1st Floor, Room 109 (1st Floor)
Tett Centre for Creativity & Learning, 370 Kings Street West
Session 1: Wednesday, February 13th 6-9pm
Session 2: Wednesday, February 20th 6-9pm
Session 3: Wednesday, February 27th 6-9pm
What will you cover?
Elevator Pitches
Business Cards
Websites
Social Media
Financing
Grants
Government Funding
Patrons of the Arts
Competitions
Residencies
and more!
Registration Link: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/professional-practices-for-artists-part-1-tickets-53264819509
Cheers,
Danielle Folkerts
Marketing & Program Coordinator
