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* [[Resources for Grantmakers]] | |||
* [[Resources for Individual Artists]] | |||
* [[Resources for Organizations Working With Artists]] | * [[Resources for Organizations Working With Artists]] | ||
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=== Sale Strategies === | === Sale Strategies === | ||
* [https://professionalartistmag.com/ Professional Artist] - A website for visual artists attempting to improve their art businesses. | * [https://professionalartistmag.com/ Professional Artist] - A website for visual artists attempting to improve their art businesses. | ||
* [http://current.nyfa.org/post/147055400943/ask-artisthotline-how-can-a-business-model Can a Business Model Sustain Art?] - Create an innovative business model. | * [http://current.nyfa.org/post/147055400943/ask-artisthotline-how-can-a-business-model NYFA | Can a Business Model Sustain Art?] - Create an innovative business model. | ||
* [https://www.artsyshark.com/2017/06/13/most-of-your-art-marketing-will-fail-keep-going/ Most of Your Art Marketing Will Fail] - Maintaining the right mindset while selling art. | * [https://www.artsyshark.com/2017/06/13/most-of-your-art-marketing-will-fail-keep-going/ ArtsyShark | Most of Your Art Marketing Will Fail] - Maintaining the right mindset while selling art. | ||
* [https://www.artsyshark.com/2017/05/30/make-your-art-show-booth-into-a-gallery/ Make Your Art Show Booth into a Gallery] - Three takes on setting up an art show booth. | * [https://www.artsyshark.com/2017/05/30/make-your-art-show-booth-into-a-gallery/ ArtsyShark | Make Your Art Show Booth into a Gallery] - Three takes on setting up an art show booth. | ||
* [https://www.artsyshark.com/2017/05/25/increase-your-profit-margin-raise-your-prices/ Increase Your Profit Margins: Raise Your Prices] | * [https://www.artsyshark.com/2017/05/25/increase-your-profit-margin-raise-your-prices/ ArtsyShark | Increase Your Profit Margins: Raise Your Prices] | ||
* [https://www.artsyshark.com/2017/05/02/know-your-customer/ Know Your Customer] | * [https://www.artsyshark.com/2017/05/02/know-your-customer/ ArtsyShark | Know Your Customer] | ||
* [https://www.artsyshark.com/2017/04/04/is-your-art-right-for-the-corporate-market/ Is Your Art Right for the Corporate Market?] | * [https://www.artsyshark.com/2017/04/04/is-your-art-right-for-the-corporate-market/ ArtsyShark | Is Your Art Right for the Corporate Market?] | ||
* [https://theabundantartist.com/selling-paintings-annual-secret-sale/ Selling More Paintings with an Annual Secret Sale] | * [https://theabundantartist.com/selling-paintings-annual-secret-sale/ The Abundant Artist | Selling More Paintings with an Annual Secret Sale] | ||
* [https://creatoracademy.youtube.com/page/course/business-skills Build a Business on YouTube] | * [https://creatoracademy.youtube.com/page/course/business-skills Creator Academy | Build a Business on YouTube] | ||
=== Internet and Social Media === | === Internet and Social Media === | ||
* [https://www.artsyshark.com/2017/04/18/6-ways-to-boost-your-online-art-sales/ 6 Ways to Boost Your Online Art Sales] | * [https://www.artsyshark.com/2017/04/18/6-ways-to-boost-your-online-art-sales/ ArtsyShark | 6 Ways to Boost Your Online Art Sales] | ||
* [https://theabundantartist.com/how-many-people/ How Many People Do You Need On Your Mailing List?] | * [https://theabundantartist.com/how-many-people/ The Abundant Artist | How Many People Do You Need On Your Mailing List?] | ||
* [https://theabundantartist.com/5-steps-better-email-marketing-artists/ 5 Steps to Better Email Marketing for Artists] | * [https://theabundantartist.com/5-steps-better-email-marketing-artists/ The Abundant Artist | 5 Steps to Better Email Marketing for Artists] | ||
* [https://www.artworkarchive.com/blog/a-fresh-social-media-strategy-for-artists-in-2017 A Fresh Social Media Strategy for Artists in 2017] | * [https://www.artworkarchive.com/blog/a-fresh-social-media-strategy-for-artists-in-2017 Artwork Archive | A Fresh Social Media Strategy for Artists in 2017] | ||
* [https://socialmediaweek.org/blog/2017/04/location-based-social-media-marketing-art-form-worth-perfecting/ Location-Based Social Media: An Art Form Worth Perfecting] | * [https://socialmediaweek.org/blog/2017/04/location-based-social-media-marketing-art-form-worth-perfecting/ Social Media Week | Location-Based Social Media: An Art Form Worth Perfecting] | ||
* [http://blog.creative-capital.org/2017/03/social-media-tips-its-about-quality-not-quantity/ Social Media Tips: It's About Quality, Not Quantity] | * [http://blog.creative-capital.org/2017/03/social-media-tips-its-about-quality-not-quantity/ Creative Capital Blog | Social Media Tips: It's About Quality, Not Quantity] | ||
* [https://artists.youtube.com/ YouTube for Artists] | * [https://artists.youtube.com/ YouTube for Artists] | ||
== Education == | == Education == | ||
*[https://themfayears.com/fully-funded-programs/ | *[https://themfayears.com/fully-funded-programs/ The MFA Years | Fully Funded MFA Programs] - A list of affordable MFA programs. | ||
*[https://creators.vice.com/en_us/article/qkwwa7/the-price-to-pay-artists-weigh-in-on-getting-an-mfa The Price to Pay] - Four artists weigh in on the merits of getting an MFA | *[https://creators.vice.com/en_us/article/qkwwa7/the-price-to-pay-artists-weigh-in-on-getting-an-mfa Vice Creators | The Price to Pay] - Four artists weigh in on the merits of getting an MFA | ||
*[https://www.artsy.net/article/artsy-editorial-how-to-get-your-mfa-without-going-100k-in-debt For Artists Who Can’t Afford to Get an MFA, Alternatives Now Abound] | *[https://www.artsy.net/article/artsy-editorial-how-to-get-your-mfa-without-going-100k-in-debt Artsy | For Artists Who Can’t Afford to Get an MFA, Alternatives Now Abound] | ||
*[https://studentloanhero.com/calculators/student-loan-prepayment-calculator/ Student Loan Repayment Calculator] - Determine how much to budget each month to pay off student loans. | *[https://studentloanhero.com/calculators/student-loan-prepayment-calculator/ Student Loan Repayment Calculator] - Determine how much to budget each month to pay off student loans. | ||
*[http://createquity.com/2017/07/when-artistic-education-matters/ Createquity | When Artistic Education Matters] | |||
== Emergency Resources == | == Emergency Resources == | ||
* [https://cerfplus.org/studio-protector/ Studio Protector: The Artist's Guide to Emergencies] | * [https://cerfplus.org/studio-protector/ CERF+ | Studio Protector: The Artist's Guide to Emergencies] | ||
* For funding options, see [[#See also | Emergency Funding]] | * For funding options, see [[#See also | Emergency Funding]] | ||
== Funding == | == Funding == | ||
=== Writing a Grant Application === | === Writing a Grant Application === | ||
* [https://www.risdcareers.com/files/pdf/grants_residencies/ProposalDevelopmentConsiderations.pdf RISD Grant and Proposal Tips] | * [https://www.risdcareers.com/files/pdf/grants_residencies/ProposalDevelopmentConsiderations.pdf RISD | Grant and Proposal Tips] | ||
* [https://theabundantartist.com/grantwriting/ How to Write Grants For Your Art Project] - Some steps to earn money for upcoming projects. | * [https://theabundantartist.com/grantwriting/ The Abundant Artist | How to Write Grants For Your Art Project] - Some steps to earn money for upcoming projects. | ||
=== Grant Listings === | === Grant Listings === | ||
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=== Individual Grants === | === Individual Grants === | ||
* [http://www.alexiafoundation.org/grants The Alexia Foundation] -Funding for students and professional photographers. | * [http://www.alexiafoundation.org/grants The Alexia Foundation] - Funding for students and professional photographers. | ||
* [https://visura.co/photography-grants Visura] - Funding for photographers. | * [https://visura.co/photography-grants Visura] - Funding for photographers. | ||
* [http://www.gordonparksfoundation.org/education/fellowships The Gordon Parks Foundation] - Short-time fellowships for artists who promote social justice. | * [http://www.gordonparksfoundation.org/education/fellowships The Gordon Parks Foundation] - Short-time fellowships for artists who promote social justice. | ||
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== Job Search == | == Job Search == | ||
* [http://current.nyfa.org/post/67592884112/find-a-job-in-the-arts | * [http://current.nyfa.org/post/67592884112/find-a-job-in-the-arts NYFA - Find a Job in the Arts] - Advice on looking for jobs and getting your foot in the door. | ||
* [http://current.nyfa.org/post/79274167006/q-and-a-with-professor-pat-villeneuve The Business of Art: A Q&A] - Advice and guidance for arts administrators and art educators. | * [http://current.nyfa.org/post/79274167006/q-and-a-with-professor-pat-villeneuve NYFA | The Business of Art: A Q&A] - Advice and guidance for arts administrators and art educators. | ||
* [http://current.nyfa.org/post/114687301718/nyfa-creative-careers-museum How to Get a Job at a Museum] - An overview of the types of museum jobs. | * [http://current.nyfa.org/post/114687301718/nyfa-creative-careers-museum NYFA | How to Get a Job at a Museum] - An overview of the types of museum jobs. | ||
* [http://current.nyfa.org/post/116309409248/creative-careers-job-in-development How to Get a Job in Development] - An overview of skills needed to get a job in development. | * [http://current.nyfa.org/post/116309409248/creative-careers-job-in-development NYFA | How to Get a Job in Development] - An overview of skills needed to get a job in development. | ||
* [http://current.nyfa.org/post/120124574908/creative-careers-5-commonly-asked-interview Five Commonly Asked Interview Questions] - Common questions for arts professionals. | * [http://current.nyfa.org/post/120124574908/creative-careers-5-commonly-asked-interview NYFA | Five Commonly Asked Interview Questions] - Common questions for arts professionals. | ||
* [http://current.nyfa.org/post/123490184638/how-social-media-can-help-your-job-search How Social Media Can Help Your Job Search] - Networking on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn. | * [http://current.nyfa.org/post/123490184638/how-social-media-can-help-your-job-search NYFA | How Social Media Can Help Your Job Search] - Networking on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn. | ||
* [http://current.nyfa.org/post/153359402798/how-does-a-gallery-find-me How Does A Gallery Find Me?] - One gallerist's perspective. | * [http://current.nyfa.org/post/153359402798/how-does-a-gallery-find-me NYFA | How Does A Gallery Find Me?] - One gallerist's perspective. | ||
== Housing and Studio Space == | == Housing and Studio Space == | ||
* [http://www.artspace.org/ Artspace] - National group for artist housing. | * [http://www.artspace.org/ Artspace] - National group for artist housing. | ||
* [https://assetsforartists.org/resources/space/ Assets for Artists Space Finder] - Selected artist space resources. | * [https://assetsforartists.org/resources/space/ Assets for Artists | Space Finder] - Selected artist space resources. | ||
* [http://www.transartists.org/studio-spaces TransArtists Studio Spaces] - Studio space listings around the world. | * [http://www.transartists.org/studio-spaces TransArtists | Studio Spaces] - Studio space listings around the world. | ||
* [http://emptyeasel.com/2013/04/22/4-questions-to-consider-before-renting-a-space-for-your-art-studio/ 4 Questions to Consider Before Renting a Space for Your Art Studio] | * [http://emptyeasel.com/2013/04/22/4-questions-to-consider-before-renting-a-space-for-your-art-studio/ Empty Easel | 4 Questions to Consider Before Renting a Space for Your Art Studio] | ||
* [https://www.listingsproject.com/ The Listings Project] - Free newsletter of real estate opportunities for artists and creatives. | * [https://www.listingsproject.com/ The Listings Project] - Free newsletter of real estate opportunities for artists and creatives. | ||
* [http://www.spacestudios.org.uk/studios-index/ SPACE Studios] - Affordable studio space in London. | * [http://www.spacestudios.org.uk/studios-index/ SPACE Studios] - Affordable studio space in London. | ||
* [http://brokelyn.com/artists-guide-cheapest-studio-spaces-brooklyn/ Your Guide to Free and Cheap Studio Space in Brooklyn] | * [http://brokelyn.com/artists-guide-cheapest-studio-spaces-brooklyn/ Brokelyn | Your Guide to Free and Cheap Studio Space in Brooklyn] | ||
== Residencies == | == Residencies == | ||
=== Picking a Residency === | === Picking a Residency === | ||
* [https://www.artistcommunities.org/choosing-the-right-residency Choosing the Right Residency for You] | * [https://www.artistcommunities.org/choosing-the-right-residency Artist Communities | Choosing the Right Residency for You] | ||
* [http://www.transartists.org/about-residencies Trans Artists | * [http://www.transartists.org/about-residencies Trans Artists | What are residencies?] | ||
=== Residency Listings === | === Residency Listings === | ||
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* [http://www.bemiscenter.org/residency/ The Bemis Center] - Residency for all types of artists that includes general stipend. | * [http://www.bemiscenter.org/residency/ The Bemis Center] - Residency for all types of artists that includes general stipend. | ||
* [http://moreart.org/projects/engaging-artists/ Engaging Artists] - For NYC-based artists interested in addressing the intersecting issues of labor, immigration, globalization, and economic justice. | * [http://moreart.org/projects/engaging-artists/ Engaging Artists] - For NYC-based artists interested in addressing the intersecting issues of labor, immigration, globalization, and economic justice. | ||
* [http://www.somarts.org/exhibitions/submissions/ SOMArts Curatorial Residency Program] - Based in SOMArts' Main Gallery space in San Francisco, CA. | |||
== Care & Preparedness == | == Care & Preparedness == | ||
=== Health Care === | === Health Care === | ||
* [http://arts-insurance.info Insurance in the Arts] | * [http://arts-insurance.info Insurance in the Arts] | ||
* [http://www.actorsfund.org/services-and-programs/artists-health-insurance-resource-center Actors Fund Health Insurance Resource Center] | * [http://www.actorsfund.org/services-and-programs/artists-health-insurance-resource-center Actors Fund | Health Insurance Resource Center] | ||
* [https://www.fracturedatlas.org/site/liability Fractured Artlas Guide to Insurance for Artists] - A collection of resources for health insurance, based on your type of work. | * [https://www.fracturedatlas.org/site/liability Fractured Artlas | Guide to Insurance for Artists] - A collection of resources for health insurance, based on your type of work. | ||
* [http://www.actorsfund.org/services-and-programs/artists-health-insurance-resource-center Actors Fund Health Insurance Resource Center] - Information on getting insured and workshops in LA and NYC. | * [http://www.actorsfund.org/services-and-programs/artists-health-insurance-resource-center Actors Fund Health Insurance Resource Center] - Information on getting insured and workshops in LA and NYC. | ||
* [http://wwwtest2.actorsfund.org/artist-access-program-woodhull-medical-and-mental-health-center Artist Access Program, Woodhull Medical and Mental Health Center] - Brooklyn-based program that exchanges $40 health care credits for one hour of creative work. | * [http://wwwtest2.actorsfund.org/artist-access-program-woodhull-medical-and-mental-health-center Actors Fund | Artist Access Program, Woodhull Medical and Mental Health Center] - Brooklyn-based program that exchanges $40 health care credits for one hour of creative work. | ||
=== Insurance & Preparedness=== | === Insurance & Preparedness=== | ||
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* [https://artlawjournal.com/basics-insurance-artists/ Art Law Journal | The Basics of Insurance for Artists] - A broad overview of types of insurance an artist might consider. | * [https://artlawjournal.com/basics-insurance-artists/ Art Law Journal | The Basics of Insurance for Artists] - A broad overview of types of insurance an artist might consider. | ||
* [http://current.nyfa.org/post/154468902758/protect-yourself-from-fraudulent-job-listings NYFA | Protect Yourself from Fraudelent Job Listings] - How to avoid common job scams. | * [http://current.nyfa.org/post/154468902758/protect-yourself-from-fraudulent-job-listings NYFA | Protect Yourself from Fraudelent Job Listings] - How to avoid common job scams. | ||
=== Self Care === | === Self Care === | ||
* [http://myartresources.com/category/self-care-for-artists/ Self Care for Artists] - Five short articles on taking care of yourself to maximize productivity. | * [http://myartresources.com/category/self-care-for-artists/ My Art Resources | Self Care for Artists] - Five short articles on taking care of yourself to maximize productivity. | ||
* [https://createmeditate.wordpress.com/author/rhondaschaller/ Rhonda Schiller | create meditate] | |||
== Legal Services for Artists == | == Legal Services for Artists == | ||
===Resources=== | ===Resources=== | ||
*[http://www.artbusiness.com/legalprobs.html ArtBusiness | Common Artist Legal Problems and How to Avoid Them] | * [http://www.artbusiness.com/legalprobs.html ArtBusiness | Common Artist Legal Problems and How to Avoid Them] | ||
*[http://clancco.com/wp/ Clancoo] - News about art law. | * [http://clancco.com/wp/ Clancoo] - News about art law. | ||
*[http://current.nyfa.org/post/67471483576/photographers-legal-rights NYFA | Photographers: Let the Shutters Fly] - Know your rights as a photographer. | * [http://current.nyfa.org/post/67471483576/photographers-legal-rights NYFA | Photographers: Let the Shutters Fly] - Know your rights as a photographer. | ||
*[http://current.nyfa.org/post/67407870328/fair-use-appropriation NYFA | Business of Art: Copyright, Fair Use, and the New Borrowers] | * [http://current.nyfa.org/post/67407870328/fair-use-appropriation NYFA | Business of Art: Copyright, Fair Use, and the New Borrowers] | ||
*[https://www.copyright.gov/ United States Copyright Office] | * [https://www.copyright.gov/ United States Copyright Office] | ||
* [http://artsandbusinesscouncil.org/estate-planning-legacy-services-for-artists/ Arts & Business Council of Greater Boston | Estate Planning & Legacy Services] | |||
===Legal Support=== | ===Legal Support=== | ||
*[https://law-arts.org/ Lawyers for the Creative Arts] | * [https://law-arts.org/ Lawyers for the Creative Arts] | ||
*[https://law-arts.org/ Volunteer Lawyers for Artists - Chicago] - Legal help and open seminars. | * [https://law-arts.org/ Volunteer Lawyers for Artists - Chicago] - Legal help and open seminars. | ||
*[http://vlany.org/ Volunteer Lawyers for the Arts - New York City] | * [http://vlany.org/ Volunteer Lawyers for the Arts - New York City] | ||
*[https://theartistsandinventorslegalclinic.com/ The Artists' and Innovators' Legal Clinic - Boulder, CO] | * [https://theartistsandinventorslegalclinic.com/ The Artists' and Innovators' Legal Clinic - Boulder, CO] | ||
*[https://www.calawyersforthearts.org/ California Lawyers for the Arts] | * [https://www.calawyersforthearts.org/ California Lawyers for the Arts] | ||
== Personal Finance == | == Personal Finance == | ||
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* [http://stockstreetblog.com/2017/05/17/personal-finance-for-artists/ Stockstreet Blog | Personal Finance for Artists] - Concise round-up of what artists should know about personal finance | * [http://stockstreetblog.com/2017/05/17/personal-finance-for-artists/ Stockstreet Blog | Personal Finance for Artists] - Concise round-up of what artists should know about personal finance | ||
* [http://on-the-move.org/ On the Move] - Advice for traveling artists. | * [http://on-the-move.org/ On the Move] - Advice for traveling artists. | ||
* [https://www.npr.org/sections/money/ Planet Money by National Public Radio] - Podcasts and other resources relating to financial topics relevant to the present time as well as finance's role in the art world. | |||
* [https://www.youneedabudget.com/announcing-the-ynab-podcast/ YNAB - You Need a Budget] - A site to help artists with budgeting and finances. | |||
* [http://lovepeoplemakemoney.com Love People + Make Money] - Hosted by broadcaster Kelly McCausey, these podcasts provide advice to artists about starting and developing their businesses, setting financial goals and budgeting. | |||
=== General === | === General === | ||
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* [http://www.wisebread.com/ WiseBread] - Financial health and general wellbeing. | * [http://www.wisebread.com/ WiseBread] - Financial health and general wellbeing. | ||
* [http://www.investopedia.com/ Investopedia] - News and advice for investing. | * [http://www.investopedia.com/ Investopedia] - News and advice for investing. | ||
* [http://www.richdad.com/radio The Rich Dad Radio Show with Robert Kiyosaki] - This radio show familiars listeners with complex financial topics and address current events related to finance and the economy | |||
== Professional Development == | == Professional Development == | ||
=== Websites === | |||
* [http://artistsu.org/ ArtistsU] - Artist-run incubator for changing working conditions for artists. | * [http://artistsu.org/ ArtistsU] - Artist-run incubator for changing working conditions for artists. | ||
* http://www. | * [http://www.artistcommunities.org Alliance of Artists' Communities ] | ||
* http://www. | * [http://www.chicagoartistsresource.org Chicago Artists Resource] | ||
* [http://pittsburghartscouncil.org/resources/resource-directory Greater Pittsburgh Arts Council] | |||
* [http://nyfa.org NYFA] | |||
* [http://www.racc.org/resources Regional Arts & Culture Council] | |||
* [http://art.mt.gov Montana Arts Council] | |||
* [http://www.springboardforthearts.org Springboard for the Arts] | |||
* [http://www.unitedstatesartists.org United States Artist] | |||
* [http://www.airartsincubator.org Arts Incubator of the Rockies] | |||
* [http://www.creative-capital.org/pdp Creative Capital] - Workshops, Webinars, and Professional Development Resources for Artists | * [http://www.creative-capital.org/pdp Creative Capital] - Workshops, Webinars, and Professional Development Resources for Artists | ||
* [http://www.cciarts.org Center for Cultural Innovation] | |||
* [http://askharriete.typepad.com/ask_harriete/ Ask Harriete] - Blog by Harriete Estel Berman with practical solutions for issues facing artists. | |||
* [http://diverseworks.org DiverseWorks] - See the "For Artists" tab for resources. | |||
* [http://sidestreet.org Side Street Projects] | |||
* [http://www.artsneworleans.org Arts Council of New Orleans] | |||
* [https://artskc.org Arts Council of Metropolitan Kansas City] | |||
* [https://center.pfpca.org Pittsburgh Center for the Arts] | |||
* [https://www.letsgoarts.org Greater Hartford Arts Council] | |||
* [http://www.cannonballmiami.org/home/ Cannonball] | |||
* [http://www.actaonline.org Alliance for California Traditional Arts] - Apprenticeship program, roundtable series, etc. | |||
* [http://asja.org American Society of Journalists and Authors] - Mentorship program, conferences, events, emergency funding, etc. | |||
* [https://artbizcoach.com Art Biz Coach] | |||
* [https://www.maaa.org/professional-development/artist-inc/ Artist Inc.] | |||
* [https://www.artsandscience.org Arts & Science Council of Charlotte] - Programs and Grants | |||
* [http://www.houstonartsalliance.com Houston Arts Alliance] - Grants, workshops, support, etc. | |||
* [http://www.abcnashville.org Art and Business Council of Greater Nashville] - Free legal help, seminars and workshops | |||
* [http://brooklynartincubator.org/programs/working-artist-services Brooklyn Art Incubator | Working Artist Services] | |||
* [http://www.burlingtoncityarts.org/artist-professional-development Burlington City Arts | Artist Professional Development] | |||
* [http://www.collegeart.org/conference/ College Art Association] - Programs, grant opportunities, job opportunities, etc. | |||
* [https://www.commonfield.org Common Field] - Networking support, workshops, meet ups, field grants, etc. | |||
* [http://www.cultureandtourism.org/cct/cwp/view.asp?a=3948&q=464520 Connecticut Office of Culture and Tourism | Arts] - Provides a list of programs and services as well as other resources for artists. | |||
* [https://createbirmingham.org Create Birmingham] - Offers programs and resources to artists throughout greater Birmingham. | |||
* [http://www.dramatistsguild.com Dramatists Guild] - Offers business support and classes as well as an events calendar. | |||
* [http://www.firstpeoplesfund.org First Peoples Fund] - Offers support for artists through programs and grants. | |||
* [https://flagartscouncil.org Flagstaff Arts Council] - Provides professional development resources to artists in the way of programs, workshops, grants, etc. | |||
* [https://namt.org National Alliance for Musical Theatre] | |||
* [http://www.artstrategies.org National Arts Strategies] - Provides resources with respect to management, marketing, money, strategy, etc. | |||
* [http://ovac-ok.org Oklahoma Visual Arts Coalition] - Offers support for artists in the way of programs, grants, workshops, etc. | |||
* [http://www.queenscouncilarts.org Queens Council on the Arts] - Offers grants as well as grant writing courses, workshops, opportunities, etc. | |||
* [https://racstl.org Regional Arts Commission of St. Louis] - Provides grants as well as supports artists through events and community development. | |||
* [http://www.snagmetalsmith.org Society of North American Goldsmiths] - Resources for artists as well as conference listings, lectures, etc. | |||
* [http://www.southcarolinaarts.com/artists/index.shtml South Carolina Arts Commission | For Artists] - Provides a list of resources that relate to legal support, events, opportunities, funding, etc. in order to provide support for artists located in South Carolina. | |||
* [http://www.actorsfund.org The Actors Fund] - Provides support regarding finances, career development, health insurance, etc. as well as online resources and workshops. | |||
* [http://www.artsengaged.com Arts Engaged] - Offers resources for artists with regard to training, support, etc. | |||
* [http://www.cultureandtourism.org/cct/cwp/view.asp?a=4137&Q=485222&PM=1 Visual Artist Resource Guide] - Resources for artists located in Connecticut. | |||
* [https://www.theartcareerproject.com The Art Career Project] - Provides resources for career and skill development. | |||
* [https://www.danceusa.org Dance/USA] | |||
* [http://www.americanorchestras.org League of American Orchestras] - Provides support for orchestras throughout America. | |||
* [https://www.tcg.org/default.aspx Theatre Communications Group] - Offers a variety of resources and opportunities in the way of programs, services, grants, networking, etc. | |||
=== Articles, Workshops, & Other Links=== | |||
* [https://www.pittsburghartscouncil.org/ Greater Pittsburgh Arts Council] | * [https://www.pittsburghartscouncil.org/ Greater Pittsburgh Arts Council] | ||
* [https://www.womenarts.org/skills/tips/ WomenArts | Tips for Artists Starting Out] - Advice on networking, setting goals, and being realistic | * [https://www.womenarts.org/skills/tips/ WomenArts | Tips for Artists Starting Out] - Advice on networking, setting goals, and being realistic | ||
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* [https://www.fastcompany.com/3045143/10-techniques-from-professional-artists-on-how-to-break-through-creative-blocks Fast Company | 10 Techniques from Professional Artists for Breaking Through Creative Block] - Strategies to spark creativity. | * [https://www.fastcompany.com/3045143/10-techniques-from-professional-artists-on-how-to-break-through-creative-blocks Fast Company | 10 Techniques from Professional Artists for Breaking Through Creative Block] - Strategies to spark creativity. | ||
* [http://www.americansforthearts.org/by-program/services-and-training/training-professionaldevelopment/webinars Americans for the Arts | Professional Development] - Webinars and more. | * [http://www.americansforthearts.org/by-program/services-and-training/training-professionaldevelopment/webinars Americans for the Arts | Professional Development] - Webinars and more. | ||
* [http://www.artistsu.org/making/#.VrlSGTF-8E Artists U | Making Your Life as an Artist] | |||
* [https://azarts.gov/programs/azartworker/ Arizona Commission on the Arts | AZ ArtWorker Program] | |||
* [http://artpreneur.org/webinars Arts & Business Council of Greater Boston | Artist Webinars] | |||
* [http://indyarts.org/artists/artist-workshops Arts Council of Indianapolis | Artist Resources] | |||
* [http://www.airartsincubator.org/learning/knowledge-center Arts Incubator of the Rockies | Knowledge Center] | |||
* [https://c4atlanta.org/business-resources C4 Atlanta | Business Resources for Artists] | |||
* [http://www.careertransition.org/OnlineResources/VideoConversations/ Career Transition for Dancers - Video Career Conversations] | |||
* [http://www.cciarts.org/Publications.html Center for Cultural Innovation | Publications] | |||
* [http://www.chamber-music.org/first-tuesdays-library Chamber Music America | Video Library] | |||
* [http://www.chicagoartistsresource.org/survival-guide Chicago Artists Resource | Survival Guide] | |||
* [http://art.mt.gov/map Montana Arts Council | Montana Artrepreneur Program (MAP)] | |||
* [http://www.newinc.org New Museum | New Inc.'s Professional Development Program] | |||
* [http://makeartwork.org Make.Art.Work] | |||
* [http://www.somarts.org SOMArts] - Provides classes in photography, printmaking, ceramics, etc. and programs for artists as well as exhibition and event listings. | |||
* [http://www.theartistnextlevel.com/category/interviews/ The Artist Next Level] - A podcast to help artists set goals and provide tips related to professional development. | |||
* [https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/entrepreneurial-thought-leaders/id80867514?mt=2 Entrepreneurial Thought Leaders] - A podcast dedicated to a discussion of entrepreneurship. | |||
* [http://lezleydavidson.com/podcast-art-answers-ampersands/ The Art A&A Podcast] - A podcast dedicated to helping creative individuals with professional development. | |||
* [https://www.eofire.com Entrepreneurs on Fire] - Resources dedicated to aiding entrepreneurs in their pursuits. | |||
=== Consultations & Workshops === | |||
* [http://artisttrust.org/index.php/for-artists/career-training Artist Trust | Workshops & Events] | |||
* [http://www.artistsu.org/what-we-do/#.VMl3bWTF-8F Artist U | Core Program] | |||
* [http://arts-business-council.myshopify.com/collections/seminars-workshops Arts & Business Council fo Greater Boston | Seminars & Workshops] | |||
* [http://indyarts.org/artists/artist-workshops Arts Council of Indianapolis | Professional Development Series] - Workshops to help navigate the business side of the arts, you can sign up for a newsletter on their website to be notified as workshops are announced. | |||
* [http://ashevillearts.com/artists-curriculum Asheville Area Arts Council | Artist Resource Center] - The Artist Resource Center has a variety of resources and equipment available for artists to use, including computers and creative software. | |||
* [http://assetsforartists.org/about/ Assets for Artists] - Available in Massachusetts, Portland, Maine, New York City and Rhode Island, Assets for Artists is a program that sets savings goals and provides financial and business training, and at the end, matches the savings accumulated by the artist up to $2,000. Program is by application. | |||
* [https://c4atlanta.org/training/ignite-lite/ C4 | Ignite Lite] - A one hour training presentation about developing a business plan, including different business models, goal setting, and core mission and values. C4 serves the Atlanta area. | |||
* [https://c4atlanta.org/training/techsmarts/ C4 | TechsmARTS] - A bi-monthly meeting with a moderated panel focusing on using technology as a tool to help artists and arts administrators build their careers. C4 serves the Atlanta area. | |||
* [http://www.cciarts.org/cgi/page.cgi/event_calendar.html Center for Cultural Innovation | Workshops] | |||
* [http://www.cultureforward.org/Our-Programs/Counsel Community Partnerships for Arts and Culture | Counsel and Connections] - Consultations for Cleveland-based artists. | |||
* [http://corzocenter.uarts.edu/programs/consulting Corzo Center for Creative Economy | Open Office Hours] | |||
* [http://www.creativemany.org/programs/kresge-artist-fellows-professional-practice-opportunities/ Creative Many | Programs] | |||
* [http://cueartfoundation.org/workshops Cue Arts | Meeting Artists' Needs] - Professional development series for artists of all ages and backgrounds in New York City. | |||
* [http://culturalalliancefc.org/pages/orgs/html Cultural Alliance of Fairfield County | Marketing Roundtable] | |||
* [http://www.deltaartsalliance.org/#!artist/c1arj Delta Arts Alliance | Artist Survival Skills Workshop] | |||
* [https://www.fresharts.org/content/workshops Fresh Arts | Workshops] | |||
* [http://lmcc.net/artist-resources/progrssional-development-for-artists/ Lower Manhattan Cultural Council | Professional Development] | |||
* [https://www.artsinmilwaukee.org/programs/mentors/ Milwaukee Artists Resource Network | MARN Mentors] | |||
* [http://www.namac.org/programs/national-leadership-institute National Alliance for Media Arts and Culture | National Leadership Institute] - 5-day workshop for artists and arts professionals. | |||
* [http://nydesigns.org/pros-bono/ NY Designs | Pro(s) Bono] - 30 minute consultations in Long Island City. | |||
* [https://filmdancetheatre.asu/edu/initiatives/pace Pave Program in the Arts | Entrepreneurship Speaker Series] | |||
* [http://www.selfemploymentinthearts.com/#!workshops--panels/cyvf Self Employment in the Arts | Workshops and Panels] - Based in Glen Elyn, IL. | |||
* [http://springboardforthearts.org/professional-development/workshops Springboard for the Arts | Work of Art Workshops] - Twin Cities, MN artist professional development workshops. | |||
* [http://www.newhavenarts.org/arts-council-programs/artist-services The Arts Council of Greater New Haven | Arts Resource Center] | |||
* [http://www.cfeva.org/events-and-news/direct-dialogue The Center for Emerging Visual Artists | Direct Dialogues] - Lectures for professional visual artists. | |||
* [http://visualartexchange.org/2013/09/artist-nights-forums/ Visual Art Exchange | Artists' Night] - Lectures, demonstrations, and workshops for artists. | |||
* [http://airinstitute.org/the-programs/ AIR Institute of Berea College | AIR Programs] | |||
* [https://artsbusinessinstitute.org Arts Business Institute] - Provides strategies as well as resources on marketing and sales. | |||
* [http://www.artworkscincinnati.org/creative-enterprise/ ArtWorks | Creative Enterprise] - Provides training and support regarding professional development. | |||
* [http://www.iaeou.me IAEOU] - Offers professional development resources and social media services to help your business grow. | |||
* [https://clarkhulingsfund.org The Clark Hulings Fund for Visual Artists] -Provides resources and podcasts related to business development. | |||
=== Inventory Management === | |||
* [https://www.artworkarchive.com/artists Artwork Archive] - An online tool that provides artists the tools they need to get organized, save time and run their business with confidence. | |||
* [https://orangenius.com Orangenius] - Tools to help artists with business development | |||
* [http://joanmitchellfoundation.org/artist-programs/call Joan Mitchell Foundation | Creating a Living Legacy (CALL)] | |||
=== The Art Market === | |||
* [http://createquity.com/2011/05/tedx-talk/ Createquity | TEDx Talk: “Never Heard of ‘Em”: Why Citizen Curators (not Daddy’s Money) Should Decide Who Gets to Be an Artist] | |||
* [http://www.sothebys.com/en/news-video/blogs/all-blogs/degrees-of-distinction/2016/10/art-business-today-institute-new-handbook.html Sotheby's Institute of Art | Art Business Today: 20 Key Topics] - Art handbook by Director of Sotheby's Institute, London and Head of Art Business Studies, London | |||
* [http://www.agora-gallery.com/advice/blog/2017/01/19/avoid-art-frauds/ Agora Gallery | How to Identify and Avoid Art Frauds] - Make sure you have the tools to recognize a fraudulent company and protect yourself and your art. | |||
* [https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/art-marketing-action-podcasts-from-alyson-b-stanfield/id217733522?mt=2 Art Marketing Action] - A podcast dedicated to helping artists navigate through the art market. | |||
* [https://arttactic.com/podcasts/ Art Tactic] - A podcast that discusses the current state of the art market and topics relating to the art market. | |||
* [http://www.blogtalkradio.com/artistshelpingartists Artists Helping Artists] - A podcasted dedicated to helping artists sell their work. | |||
* [https://www.artworkarchive.com/blog/13-do-s-and-don-ts-to-stand-out-at-an-art-fair?utm_campaign=13dosanddonts&utm_source=newsletterclass Artwork Archive | 13 Do's and Don'ts to Stand Out at an Art Fair] | |||
* [https://www.artworkarchive.com/blog/how-to-get-accepted-to-more-art-fairs?utm_campaign=5-tips-for-art-fairs&utm_source=newsletterclass Artwork Archive | How to Get Accepted to More Art Fairs] | |||
* [https://www.artworkarchive.com/blog/the-ultimate-art-fair-packing-list?utm_campaign=art-fair-packing-list&utm_source=newsletterclass Artwork Archive | The Ultimate Art Fair Packing List] | |||
== Books == | == Books == | ||
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* [https://www.amazon.com/Art-Inc-Essential-Building-Career/dp/145212826X/ref=pd_rhf_cr_s_cp_1_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=145212826X&pd_rd_r=Y2VJXBV56M9AN89M6Y2N&pd_rd_w=Cx4OR&pd_rd_wg=ijiw4&psc=1&refRID=Y2VJXBV56M9AN89M6Y2N Art, Inc.: The Essential Guide for Building Your Career as an Artist], Lisa Congdon, 2014 ($11.52) - Advice on turning your passion into profit, with chapters on copyrighting, marketing, licensing and more. | * [https://www.amazon.com/Art-Inc-Essential-Building-Career/dp/145212826X/ref=pd_rhf_cr_s_cp_1_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=145212826X&pd_rd_r=Y2VJXBV56M9AN89M6Y2N&pd_rd_w=Cx4OR&pd_rd_wg=ijiw4&psc=1&refRID=Y2VJXBV56M9AN89M6Y2N Art, Inc.: The Essential Guide for Building Your Career as an Artist], Lisa Congdon, 2014 ($11.52) - Advice on turning your passion into profit, with chapters on copyrighting, marketing, licensing and more. | ||
* [http://www.artistsu.org/making/#.WPl6llLMyEJ Making Your Life as an Artist - Book and Workbook], Andrew Simonet | * [http://www.artistsu.org/making/#.WPl6llLMyEJ Making Your Life as an Artist - Book and Workbook], Andrew Simonet | ||
* [https://createmeditate.wordpress.com/book-create-your-art-career/ Create Your Art Career: Practical Tools, Visualizations, and Self-Assessment Exercises for Empowerment and Success by Rhonda Schaller] | |||
=== Writing === | === Writing === |
Latest revision as of 15:31, 1 March 2018
Welcome! This is a resource for people who are invested in improving the lives of artists everywhere.
We have three pages for resources geared towards your work:
- Resources for Grantmakers
- Resources for Individual Artists
- Resources for Organizations Working With Artists
Marketing
Sale Strategies
- Professional Artist - A website for visual artists attempting to improve their art businesses.
- NYFA | Can a Business Model Sustain Art? - Create an innovative business model.
- ArtsyShark | Most of Your Art Marketing Will Fail - Maintaining the right mindset while selling art.
- ArtsyShark | Make Your Art Show Booth into a Gallery - Three takes on setting up an art show booth.
- ArtsyShark | Increase Your Profit Margins: Raise Your Prices
- ArtsyShark | Know Your Customer
- ArtsyShark | Is Your Art Right for the Corporate Market?
- The Abundant Artist | Selling More Paintings with an Annual Secret Sale
- Creator Academy | Build a Business on YouTube
Internet and Social Media
- ArtsyShark | 6 Ways to Boost Your Online Art Sales
- The Abundant Artist | How Many People Do You Need On Your Mailing List?
- The Abundant Artist | 5 Steps to Better Email Marketing for Artists
- Artwork Archive | A Fresh Social Media Strategy for Artists in 2017
- Social Media Week | Location-Based Social Media: An Art Form Worth Perfecting
- Creative Capital Blog | Social Media Tips: It's About Quality, Not Quantity
- YouTube for Artists
Education
- The MFA Years | Fully Funded MFA Programs - A list of affordable MFA programs.
- Vice Creators | The Price to Pay - Four artists weigh in on the merits of getting an MFA
- Artsy | For Artists Who Can’t Afford to Get an MFA, Alternatives Now Abound
- Student Loan Repayment Calculator - Determine how much to budget each month to pay off student loans.
- Createquity | When Artistic Education Matters
Emergency Resources
- CERF+ | Studio Protector: The Artist's Guide to Emergencies
- For funding options, see Emergency Funding
Funding
Writing a Grant Application
- RISD | Grant and Proposal Tips
- The Abundant Artist | How to Write Grants For Your Art Project - Some steps to earn money for upcoming projects.
Grant Listings
- NYFA Source
- New England Foundation for the Arts
- Arts Midwest
- South Arts
- Mid-America Arts Alliance
- Mid-Atlantic Arts Foundation
- Western States Arts Foundation
Individual Grants
- The Alexia Foundation - Funding for students and professional photographers.
- Visura - Funding for photographers.
- The Gordon Parks Foundation - Short-time fellowships for artists who promote social justice.
- The Aaron Siskind Individual Photographers Fellowship Grants - Funding for photographers.
- Art Jewelery Forum - $20,000 grant for midcareer jewelery makers.
- Dorothea Lange-Paul Taylor Prize - $10,000 grant for documentary project writer-photographer duo.
- Pollock-Krasner Foundation - Merit-based and need-based grants for visual artists.
- Women's Studio Workshop - Grants and residencies for artists working in printmaking, papermaking, bookmaking, and ceramics.
- Puffin Foundation - $1,000-$2,500 grants for all kinds of artists whose genre/philosophy is uncommon.
- The Sustainable Arts Foundation - Unrestricted cash awards and residency opportunities to artists with families.
- ART WORKS - Grants for media arts professionals.
- Our Town - Grant for projects that help revitalize communities.
- UrbanGlass - Funding for artists working with medium of glass.
- The Vilcek Foundation - Annual prizes for immigrants in the performing arts.
- Princess Grace Awards - Grants for emerging theater, dance, and film artists.
Crowdfunding
- Patreon - Alternative source for funding through subscription system.
- Emphas.is - Crowdfunding for "meaningful projects."
- Pozible - Crowdfunding for projects.
- RocketHub - Global community for entrepreneurs.
- Indiegogo - Launchpad for entrepreneurial ideas.
- ArtistShare - Crowdfunding resource dedicated to artists.
Scholarships
- The Harriet Hale Woolley Scholarships at the Foundation des Etats-Unis - Funding for graduate-level practice in music and the visual art.
- National Sculpture Society, Inc. Scholarship - Scholarships of $2,000 for students studying sculpture.
- Virginia Museum of Fine Arts Visual Arts Fellowship - Scholarships for artists and art historians who reside in Virginia.
- Worldstudio Foundation AIGA Scholarships - $2,000-3,000 scholarships for arts students from minority or economically disadvantaged backgrounds.
- Union League Civic & Arts Foundation - Scholarships for visual arts students in Chicago.
Emergency Funding
- CERF+ - Voluntary task force supplying temporary relief to artists.
- HOWL Emergency Life Project (HELP) - Emergency support for artists who have participating in the HOWL Festival.
- The Haven - Assistance for artists facing career-threatening emergencies.
- Alliance of Artists Communities (AAC) Residencies for Artists Affected by a Natural Disaster - Short-term residencies for artists affected by natural disasters.
- Adolph and Esther Gottlieb Foundation, Inc. - Typically-$5,000 award to artists facing unexpected disaster.
- Artists' Charitable Fund - Financial support for artists struck by medical, fire or other distaster.
- Joan Mitchell Foundation Emergency Grant - Emergency financial support for artists working with painting, sculpture or drawing.
- Artists' Fellowship, Inc. - Financial assistance for artists "in times of sickness, natural disaster, bereavement or unexpected extreme hardship."
- Max's Kansas City Project - Emergency funding for professionals in the creative arts who live in New York state.
- Foundation for Contemporary Arts Emergency Grants - $200-$2500 in funding for artists dealing with hardship or who incur unexpected expenses for projects close to completion date.
- Visual Aid - Assistance to help artists with life-threatening illnesses continue work.
- The Dancers fund - Emergency funding for Chicago-based dancers.
Job Search
- NYFA - Find a Job in the Arts - Advice on looking for jobs and getting your foot in the door.
- NYFA | The Business of Art: A Q&A - Advice and guidance for arts administrators and art educators.
- NYFA | How to Get a Job at a Museum - An overview of the types of museum jobs.
- NYFA | How to Get a Job in Development - An overview of skills needed to get a job in development.
- NYFA | Five Commonly Asked Interview Questions - Common questions for arts professionals.
- NYFA | How Social Media Can Help Your Job Search - Networking on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn.
- NYFA | How Does A Gallery Find Me? - One gallerist's perspective.
Housing and Studio Space
- Artspace - National group for artist housing.
- Assets for Artists | Space Finder - Selected artist space resources.
- TransArtists | Studio Spaces - Studio space listings around the world.
- Empty Easel | 4 Questions to Consider Before Renting a Space for Your Art Studio
- The Listings Project - Free newsletter of real estate opportunities for artists and creatives.
- SPACE Studios - Affordable studio space in London.
- Brokelyn | Your Guide to Free and Cheap Studio Space in Brooklyn
Residencies
Picking a Residency
Residency Listings
- Asian Cultural Council - Arts exchanges in Asia.
- Japan Foundation - 2-12 month residencies in Japan
- Art Shape Mammoth International Artist Exchange - Exchanges to Iceland, Finland, and China.
- The Nordic Artists' Center - Artistic community in Scandinavia with accomodations provided.
- The American-Scandinavian Foundation - Grants for arts professionals to support intercultural dialogue.
- Arts Envoys - American arts professionals travel overseas to conduct workshops, give performances, and mentor young people.
- US-Cuba Artist Exchange - Encourages cultural dialogue between Cubans and Americas
- Sacatar Foundation - Six-to-twelve week residencies in a beachside town in Brazil.
- Alliance of Artists - United States residencies for all types of artists.
- Res Artist - Worldwide network of artist residencies.
- Trans Artists - Platform supporting international artist residencies.
- Residency Unlimited - Up-to-date information about artist residencies worldwide.
- U.S. National Parks Residency - 2-4 week residencies in North American national parks.
- MesArt Residency Listing - Broad list of residencies.
- China Residencies
- Air_J - Residencies in Japan
- Basil Alkazzi Artist-in-Residence - For painting artists who explore impact of light.
- Lighton International Artists Exchange Program - International residencies for visual artists and arts professionals.
- Woodstock A-I-R - For artists of color working in the medium of photography.
- McColl Center for Visual Art - Charlotte, NC-based residency program.
- Skowhegan School of Painting and Sculpture - Nine-week residency for painters and sculptors.
- The Millay Colony for the Arts - Residency for visual artists and composers of all experience levels.
- Isabel Stewart Gardner Artist-in-Residence Program - Flexible residencies for artists working in any medium.
- The Mattress Factory - Pittsburgh-based residency where artists create site-specific works.
- The Bemis Center - Residency for all types of artists that includes general stipend.
- Engaging Artists - For NYC-based artists interested in addressing the intersecting issues of labor, immigration, globalization, and economic justice.
- SOMArts Curatorial Residency Program - Based in SOMArts' Main Gallery space in San Francisco, CA.
Care & Preparedness
Health Care
- Insurance in the Arts
- Actors Fund | Health Insurance Resource Center
- Fractured Artlas | Guide to Insurance for Artists - A collection of resources for health insurance, based on your type of work.
- Actors Fund Health Insurance Resource Center - Information on getting insured and workshops in LA and NYC.
- Actors Fund | Artist Access Program, Woodhull Medical and Mental Health Center - Brooklyn-based program that exchanges $40 health care credits for one hour of creative work.
Insurance & Preparedness
- NYFA | Emergency Preparedness for Artists - Advice on preparing for natural disasters.
- NYFA | An A/V Presentation Primer for Artists - Advice on backing up data.
- NYFA | Business Insurance for Individual Artists - Advice on insuring your professional assets.
- Art Law Journal | The Basics of Insurance for Artists - A broad overview of types of insurance an artist might consider.
- NYFA | Protect Yourself from Fraudelent Job Listings - How to avoid common job scams.
Self Care
- My Art Resources | Self Care for Artists - Five short articles on taking care of yourself to maximize productivity.
- Rhonda Schiller | create meditate
Legal Services for Artists
Resources
- ArtBusiness | Common Artist Legal Problems and How to Avoid Them
- Clancoo - News about art law.
- NYFA | Photographers: Let the Shutters Fly - Know your rights as a photographer.
- NYFA | Business of Art: Copyright, Fair Use, and the New Borrowers
- United States Copyright Office
- Arts & Business Council of Greater Boston | Estate Planning & Legacy Services
Legal Support
- Lawyers for the Creative Arts
- Volunteer Lawyers for Artists - Chicago - Legal help and open seminars.
- Volunteer Lawyers for the Arts - New York City
- The Artists' and Innovators' Legal Clinic - Boulder, CO
- California Lawyers for the Arts
Personal Finance
For Artists
- sm-artly - Personal finance for artists.
- NYFA | Building a Project Budget - Step-by-step instructions for project budget building.
- NYFA | Are You Ready for Tax Season? - Three tips on thriving during tax season.
- Stockstreet Blog | Personal Finance for Artists - Concise round-up of what artists should know about personal finance
- On the Move - Advice for traveling artists.
- Planet Money by National Public Radio - Podcasts and other resources relating to financial topics relevant to the present time as well as finance's role in the art world.
- YNAB - You Need a Budget - A site to help artists with budgeting and finances.
- Love People + Make Money - Hosted by broadcaster Kelly McCausey, these podcasts provide advice to artists about starting and developing their businesses, setting financial goals and budgeting.
General
- Mint - For keeping track of budgets and bills.
- WiseBread - Financial health and general wellbeing.
- Investopedia - News and advice for investing.
- The Rich Dad Radio Show with Robert Kiyosaki - This radio show familiars listeners with complex financial topics and address current events related to finance and the economy
Professional Development
Websites
- ArtistsU - Artist-run incubator for changing working conditions for artists.
- Alliance of Artists' Communities
- Chicago Artists Resource
- Greater Pittsburgh Arts Council
- NYFA
- Regional Arts & Culture Council
- Montana Arts Council
- Springboard for the Arts
- United States Artist
- Arts Incubator of the Rockies
- Creative Capital - Workshops, Webinars, and Professional Development Resources for Artists
- Center for Cultural Innovation
- Ask Harriete - Blog by Harriete Estel Berman with practical solutions for issues facing artists.
- DiverseWorks - See the "For Artists" tab for resources.
- Side Street Projects
- Arts Council of New Orleans
- Arts Council of Metropolitan Kansas City
- Pittsburgh Center for the Arts
- Greater Hartford Arts Council
- Cannonball
- Alliance for California Traditional Arts - Apprenticeship program, roundtable series, etc.
- American Society of Journalists and Authors - Mentorship program, conferences, events, emergency funding, etc.
- Art Biz Coach
- Artist Inc.
- Arts & Science Council of Charlotte - Programs and Grants
- Houston Arts Alliance - Grants, workshops, support, etc.
- Art and Business Council of Greater Nashville - Free legal help, seminars and workshops
- Brooklyn Art Incubator | Working Artist Services
- Burlington City Arts | Artist Professional Development
- College Art Association - Programs, grant opportunities, job opportunities, etc.
- Common Field - Networking support, workshops, meet ups, field grants, etc.
- Connecticut Office of Culture and Tourism | Arts - Provides a list of programs and services as well as other resources for artists.
- Create Birmingham - Offers programs and resources to artists throughout greater Birmingham.
- Dramatists Guild - Offers business support and classes as well as an events calendar.
- First Peoples Fund - Offers support for artists through programs and grants.
- Flagstaff Arts Council - Provides professional development resources to artists in the way of programs, workshops, grants, etc.
- National Alliance for Musical Theatre
- National Arts Strategies - Provides resources with respect to management, marketing, money, strategy, etc.
- Oklahoma Visual Arts Coalition - Offers support for artists in the way of programs, grants, workshops, etc.
- Queens Council on the Arts - Offers grants as well as grant writing courses, workshops, opportunities, etc.
- Regional Arts Commission of St. Louis - Provides grants as well as supports artists through events and community development.
- Society of North American Goldsmiths - Resources for artists as well as conference listings, lectures, etc.
- South Carolina Arts Commission | For Artists - Provides a list of resources that relate to legal support, events, opportunities, funding, etc. in order to provide support for artists located in South Carolina.
- The Actors Fund - Provides support regarding finances, career development, health insurance, etc. as well as online resources and workshops.
- Arts Engaged - Offers resources for artists with regard to training, support, etc.
- Visual Artist Resource Guide - Resources for artists located in Connecticut.
- The Art Career Project - Provides resources for career and skill development.
- Dance/USA
- League of American Orchestras - Provides support for orchestras throughout America.
- Theatre Communications Group - Offers a variety of resources and opportunities in the way of programs, services, grants, networking, etc.
Articles, Workshops, & Other Links
- Greater Pittsburgh Arts Council
- WomenArts | Tips for Artists Starting Out - Advice on networking, setting goals, and being realistic
- The Abundant Artist | The Importance of Following Successful Living Artists - Define success and find role models.
- Fast Company | 10 Techniques from Professional Artists for Breaking Through Creative Block - Strategies to spark creativity.
- Americans for the Arts | Professional Development - Webinars and more.
- Artists U | Making Your Life as an Artist
- Arizona Commission on the Arts | AZ ArtWorker Program
- Arts & Business Council of Greater Boston | Artist Webinars
- Arts Council of Indianapolis | Artist Resources
- Arts Incubator of the Rockies | Knowledge Center
- C4 Atlanta | Business Resources for Artists
- Career Transition for Dancers - Video Career Conversations
- Center for Cultural Innovation | Publications
- Chamber Music America | Video Library
- Chicago Artists Resource | Survival Guide
- Montana Arts Council | Montana Artrepreneur Program (MAP)
- New Museum | New Inc.'s Professional Development Program
- Make.Art.Work
- SOMArts - Provides classes in photography, printmaking, ceramics, etc. and programs for artists as well as exhibition and event listings.
- The Artist Next Level - A podcast to help artists set goals and provide tips related to professional development.
- Entrepreneurial Thought Leaders - A podcast dedicated to a discussion of entrepreneurship.
- The Art A&A Podcast - A podcast dedicated to helping creative individuals with professional development.
- Entrepreneurs on Fire - Resources dedicated to aiding entrepreneurs in their pursuits.
Consultations & Workshops
- Artist Trust | Workshops & Events
- Artist U | Core Program
- Arts & Business Council fo Greater Boston | Seminars & Workshops
- Arts Council of Indianapolis | Professional Development Series - Workshops to help navigate the business side of the arts, you can sign up for a newsletter on their website to be notified as workshops are announced.
- Asheville Area Arts Council | Artist Resource Center - The Artist Resource Center has a variety of resources and equipment available for artists to use, including computers and creative software.
- Assets for Artists - Available in Massachusetts, Portland, Maine, New York City and Rhode Island, Assets for Artists is a program that sets savings goals and provides financial and business training, and at the end, matches the savings accumulated by the artist up to $2,000. Program is by application.
- C4 | Ignite Lite - A one hour training presentation about developing a business plan, including different business models, goal setting, and core mission and values. C4 serves the Atlanta area.
- C4 | TechsmARTS - A bi-monthly meeting with a moderated panel focusing on using technology as a tool to help artists and arts administrators build their careers. C4 serves the Atlanta area.
- Center for Cultural Innovation | Workshops
- Community Partnerships for Arts and Culture | Counsel and Connections - Consultations for Cleveland-based artists.
- Corzo Center for Creative Economy | Open Office Hours
- Creative Many | Programs
- Cue Arts | Meeting Artists' Needs - Professional development series for artists of all ages and backgrounds in New York City.
- Cultural Alliance of Fairfield County | Marketing Roundtable
- Delta Arts Alliance | Artist Survival Skills Workshop
- Fresh Arts | Workshops
- Lower Manhattan Cultural Council | Professional Development
- Milwaukee Artists Resource Network | MARN Mentors
- National Alliance for Media Arts and Culture | National Leadership Institute - 5-day workshop for artists and arts professionals.
- NY Designs | Pro(s) Bono - 30 minute consultations in Long Island City.
- Pave Program in the Arts | Entrepreneurship Speaker Series
- Self Employment in the Arts | Workshops and Panels - Based in Glen Elyn, IL.
- Springboard for the Arts | Work of Art Workshops - Twin Cities, MN artist professional development workshops.
- The Arts Council of Greater New Haven | Arts Resource Center
- The Center for Emerging Visual Artists | Direct Dialogues - Lectures for professional visual artists.
- Visual Art Exchange | Artists' Night - Lectures, demonstrations, and workshops for artists.
- AIR Institute of Berea College | AIR Programs
- Arts Business Institute - Provides strategies as well as resources on marketing and sales.
- ArtWorks | Creative Enterprise - Provides training and support regarding professional development.
- IAEOU - Offers professional development resources and social media services to help your business grow.
- The Clark Hulings Fund for Visual Artists -Provides resources and podcasts related to business development.
Inventory Management
- Artwork Archive - An online tool that provides artists the tools they need to get organized, save time and run their business with confidence.
- Orangenius - Tools to help artists with business development
- Joan Mitchell Foundation | Creating a Living Legacy (CALL)
The Art Market
- Createquity | TEDx Talk: “Never Heard of ‘Em”: Why Citizen Curators (not Daddy’s Money) Should Decide Who Gets to Be an Artist
- Sotheby's Institute of Art | Art Business Today: 20 Key Topics - Art handbook by Director of Sotheby's Institute, London and Head of Art Business Studies, London
- Agora Gallery | How to Identify and Avoid Art Frauds - Make sure you have the tools to recognize a fraudulent company and protect yourself and your art.
- Art Marketing Action - A podcast dedicated to helping artists navigate through the art market.
- Art Tactic - A podcast that discusses the current state of the art market and topics relating to the art market.
- Artists Helping Artists - A podcasted dedicated to helping artists sell their work.
- Artwork Archive | 13 Do's and Don'ts to Stand Out at an Art Fair
- Artwork Archive | How to Get Accepted to More Art Fairs
- Artwork Archive | The Ultimate Art Fair Packing List
Books
Professional Development
- The Profitable Artist, Artspire, 2011 ($24.95) - NYFA's collection of "best practices" for planning and organizing a career in the arts.
- The Artist's Guide: How to Make a Living Doing What You Love, Jackie Battenfield, 2009 ($11.00) - Tough love approach with workbook.
- Getting Your Sh*t Together: The Ultimate Business Manual for Every Practicing Artist, Karen Atkinson, 2014, 2014 ($28.99) - An all-encompassing, easy to follow guide for artists looking to better their business practices.
- The Profitable Artist: A Handbook for All Artists in the Performing, Literary, and Visual Arts, Artspire, 2011 ($15.62) - "Best practices" approach with anecdotes, interviews, and case studies.
- The Artist's Guide to Public Art: How to Find and Win Commissions, Lynn Basa, 2008 ($19.95) - Thorough guide to winning commissions.
- Create Your Art Career: Practical Tools, Visualizations, and Self-Assessment Exercises for Empowerment and Success, Rhonda Schaller, 2013 ($11.42) - 50+ career planning exercises.
- Starting Your Career as an Artist: A Guide for Painters, Sculptors, Photographers, and Other Visual Artists , Angie Wojak et al., 2011 ($11.52) - Evaluating goals and creating plans of action.
- ART/WORK: Everything You Need to Know (and Do) As You Pursue Your Art Career, Heather Darcy Bhandari et al. , 2009 ($12.75) - Comprehensive career guide.
- Art, Inc.: The Essential Guide for Building Your Career as an Artist, Lisa Congdon, 2014 ($11.52) - Advice on turning your passion into profit, with chapters on copyrighting, marketing, licensing and more.
- Making Your Life as an Artist - Book and Workbook, Andrew Simonet
- Create Your Art Career: Practical Tools, Visualizations, and Self-Assessment Exercises for Empowerment and Success by Rhonda Schaller
Writing
- The Artist's Guide to Grant Writing: How to Find Funds and Write Foolproof Proposals for the Visual, Literary, and Performing Artist , Gigi Rosenberg, 2010
- Art-Write: The Writing Guide for Visual Artists Vicki Amorose, 2013 ($7.99) - A practical guide on writing about your own art in order to connect with your viewers and advance professionally.
- Bird by Bird: Some Instructions on Writing and Life Anne Lamott, 2007 ($11.99) - Part narrative and part advice, a book about finding your voice in writing.
- On Writing: A Memoir of the Craft, Stephen King, 2000 ($9.91) A "revealing and practical view of the writer's craft" that combines memoir and advice.
- The Writing Life Annie Dillard, 2009 ($8.36) - A collection of stories about what to expect in a life as a writer.
Personal Finance
- Arts & Numbers: A Financial Guide for Artists, Writers, Performers, and Other Members of the Creative Class, Elaine Grogan Luttrull , 2013
- The Intelligent Investor: The Definitive Book on Value Investing, Benjamin Graham, 2006 ($12.81) - A well-established guide to investing money.
- Unshakeable: Your Financial Freedom Playbook Tony Robbins 2017, $15.06 - Financial coach shares advice on creating an actionable plan to save money.
- Random Walk Down Wall Street: The Time-Tested Strategy for Successful Investing, Burton G. Malkiel, 2016 ($13.56) - A guide to index-investing that will help you save in the long term.
Fostering Creativity
- The Art Life: On Creativity and Career, Stuart Horodner et al., 2012
- Steal Like an Artist: 10 Things Nobody Told You About Being Creative, Austin Kleon, 2012 ($12.95) - A guide to put readers of the digital age in touch with their creative side.
- Creative Confidence: Unleashing the Creative Potential Within Us All, Tom Kelley and David Kelley, 2013 ($32.00) - The founders of IDEO share how to nurture creativity and innovation.
- The Creative Habit: Learn It and Use It for Life, Twyla Tharp, 2003 ($7.19) - A set of thirty-two practical exercises to help drive creativity.
- The Artist's Way: 25th Anniversary Edition, Julia Cameron, 1992, $11.55 - A classic book filled with creativity-building exercises.
- Living and Sustaining a Creative Life: Essays by 40 Working Artists, Sharon Louden et al., 2013 ($9.99) - Artists' words on maintaining creativity.
- The Artist as Culture Producer: Living and Sustaining a Creative Life , Sharon Louden et al., 2017 ($41.98) - A sequel.
Productivity
- The War of Art, Steven Pressfield, 2011 ($9.91) - A short, tough-love read about overcoming mental block.
- Getting Things Done: The Art of Stress-Free Productivity, David Allen, 2015 ($9.90) - Book on personal organization with actionable plans.
- Thinking Fast and Slow, Daniel Kahneman, 2013 ($8.95) - Practical insights by a psychologist about using "slow thinking" to get things done.
General
- Art & Fear: Observations on the Perils (and Rewards) of Artmaking, David Bayles & Ted Orland, 1993 ($12.95) - Why some art is created and why art often seems to scary to create.
- How to Win Friends and Influence People, Dale Carnegie, 1936 ($9.90) - A timeless book about the best practices to make new acquaintances in order to achieve results.
- The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People: Powerful Lessons in Personal Change, Stephen Covey, 1989 ($10.57) - An all-encompassing manual for building great habits.
- Think and Grow Rich, Napoleon Hill, 1937 ($3.99) - A classic, brief book on maintaining a positive mental attitude and achieving personal success.