Professional Development Series

This is a series of 5 forums across the region addressing different areas of skills and resources for artists and others engaging in cultural activities. This project is being funded by Arts Upper Hunter Inc and the Department of Industry & Investment NSW. 
 
To book please print off the form below and post to Arts Upper Hunter,
PO Box 48 Dungog, NSW 2420.
Further information call 02 992 1033

Show me the Money

Make more money from your art.

Explore three sources of income: how to apply for gorvernment grants, foundations or trusts, as well as prizes and residencies; how to seek sponsorships and approach business for support as an individual artist; and how to secure donations through AbAF's Australia Culture Fund. This workshop is for all mediums; musicians, writers, visual artists, performers etc...

The forum will be presented by AbaF ( the Australia Business Foundation). AbaF is a national organisation which promotes private sector support for the arts by connecting artists and arts groups with people keen to participate in the arts; either by providing financial support or their skills and expertise in their own sector. AbaF is about helping people to make connections. They work with businesses large and small, arts organisations of all types, individual artists, trusts and foundations. They provide advice, professional development, volunteering and networking opportunities.

Date: Thursday 17 June
Time: 9.30am - 4.30pm
Venue: Gloucester School of Arts  - Denison St., Gloucester
Cost: $30 inc. GST
 

Artist Business Workshop

Find out how to sell more work. Get media interested in your art.Find out more about how tax and insurance affect you. Spend more time making art, and less time working at other jobs.

Whether you work full time as an artist, or supplement your artistic career with other work, you can improve your knowledge and skills. The program will help you strengthen your business skills and build a sustainable art practice.

This practical workshop includes presentations by industry  experts, leading visual artists, gallery professionals and arts managers.

Date: Friday 23 July
Time: 9.30am - 4.30pm
Venue: The Muswellbrook Arts Centre, Cnr Bridge and William St. Muswellbrook
Cost: Free