Professional Practice: Workshops for Artists

This new professional development program for artists and creatives offers collaborative learning through a four month series of workshops paired with group discussions.

Artists are highly encouraged to sign up for the full series to benefit from ongoing learning with a collaborative cohort.

with Vicki Amorose
 
Workshop: Tues, Feb 4th, 4-6pm
Discussion: Tues, Feb 18th, 4:30-6pm
For visual artists who want to approach new opportunities with better self-promotion, communicating clearly about your work is essential. This workshop and discussion engages spoken and written prompts along with group interaction to increase your ability to make clear, concise statements. We’ll discuss different types of audiences and help each other gain confidence to find the right words. Read more
 
with Sandee McGee, Michael Fisher, and Mike Bray
Workshop (panel): Tues, Mar 3rd, 4-6pm
Discussion: Tues, Mar 17th, 4:30-6pm
Strengthen your portfolio and increase opportunities to show your work locally and regionally. Explore best practices of building a portfolio, presenting your work, connecting with galleries and arts organizations, and creating professional materials that make you and your work shine. Learn how to find and submit to juried exhibitions and what jurors consider during the review process. Read more
with Rachel Rosenkoetter
Workshop: Tues, Mar 31st, 4-6pm
Discussion: Tues, Apr 14th, 4:30-6pm
Learn a variety of practical information relating to entrepreneurship for the visual artist. Topics will include making a business plan, running an online shop, navigating licensing and contracts, making and selling limited edition prints and working with galleries. The focus will be on professionalism, as well as basic knowledge and skills needed to gain exposure and generate passive streams of income. Read more
with Patricia Morrison
Workshop: Tues, April 28th, 4-6pm
Discussion: Tues, May 12th, 4:30-6pm
Explore a new way of thinking about marketing and promotion to make it straightforward, rewarding, and effective. Build an audience and partners eager to purchase your work and participate in your career. Learn about online presence/platforms, social media, direct communications, list-building, and in-person marketing for powerfully connecting with fans and partners locally, regionally, nationally, and beyond. Read more
More info at lanearts.org/workshops-eugene
 
 
Workshop Location:
LCC Mary Spilde Downtown Center, 101 W 10th Ave, Eugene
Register for the full series (recommended) – $100
Register for a single workshop and discussion – $30
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