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Knowing how and when to transition your creative hobby into a small business enterprise can be daunting. This workshop with instructor, Anna Koon will cover how to recognize your tools for success while identifying your challenges. How to set attainable goals, develop a business plan and realistically determine whether or not you are ready for […]
Creating quality images of your artwork for marketing materials, selling & displaying your art online and portfolio organization is one of the keys to success. In this 2 day workshop through hands-on instruction participants will learn what the best camera settings are for capturing optimal images and how to take great photographs of your work […]
This workshop is intended for every artist regardless of whether art is a hobby or a business. All are welcome. Handling the financial aspects of creativity can be overwhelming so it is often overlooked. This workshop will cover topics like: deductions for artists, year-round bookkeeping, creating a budget, taxes and accounting tools and why keeping […]
Professional artists have to know about proper insurance coverage for their business and their art. Chris Hawthorne, an expert on the subject (he has sold insurance and written and lectured on the topic of insurance for years) is here to answer all your questions and present your options in a clear, concise lesson. You can’t […]
One of The Focusing Series most popular workshops, Scott Cipolla covers how to find and approach galleries that would be the right fit for your work, how to create a professional, dynamic portfolio, and how to make your work-no matter what medium-ready for display. Time will be designated to discuss the various exhibition opportunities each individual participant […]
Hosted by The Focusing Series, this workshop is intended for every artist regardless of whether art is a hobby or a business. All are welcome. Handling the financial aspects of creativity can be overwhelming so it is often overlooked. This workshop will cover topics like: deductions for artists, year-round bookkeeping, creating a budget, taxes and […]
Hosted by The Focusing Series, this workshop is for any artist interested in exhibiting artwork in galleries. In one of our most popular workshops, the variety of contemporary art exhibition options will be covered along with how to find and effectively approach galleries that are the right fit for your work. Learn how to create […]
Are you a photographer who has dreamed of making photography your career? Are you a professional photographer interested in learning more about your chosen career path? Join professional photographers, Matt McKee (mckeephotography.com) and Gretjen Helene (gretjenhelene.com) for an evening of open discussion about how they have made creativity into a successful means of earning a […]
We live in a brand-driven society and as the creative market becomes more saturated it is up to you to make sure you stand out. This workshop will cover what branding means for a creative entrepreneur, and how developinga brand is the first step for success. Through discussion and exercises, participants will gain a clear […]
Accounting for Artists Instructor: Anna Koon Monday, February 13 6:30-8:30pm $30 (Registration deadline: 5pm 2/10) A2N2 Studio in Jamaica Plain, MA 02130 (information regarding location provided upon registration) This workshop is intended for every artist regardless of whether art is a hobby or a business. All are welcome! Handling the financial aspects of creativity can […]
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