Artist Professional Development Workshops

 ArtSpan produces panel discussions to assist artist with the business-side of running an arts practice.  Originally called the "Make Your Art Your Business Workshop Series," the workshops allow SF Open Studios artists to hear from gallerists, mid-career artists, public relations specialists, and marketing experts.  
 
The 2009 workshops took place at SOMArts Theater, 934 Brannan Street, San Francisco.

• PR Best Practices for SF Open Studios Artists: Presented by ArtSpan's PR team: Wendy Norris, Norris Communications and Liam Passmore, Shave and a Haircut. Wednesday, September 2, 2009, 7:00-8:30pm. Click here to download notes.
• Marketing Your SF Open Studio: Get insider tips on how to better prepare your SF Open Studio from fellow SF Open Studios artists, Fernando Reyes and Melissa Wagner, and experienced professionals in the marketing industry, Paul Lamb, Rocket Postcards, and Gwen Kaplan, Ace Mailings. Wednesday, September 9, 2009, 5:30-7:00pm. Click here to download notes.
• Approaching Galleries: Learn how to contact a gallery that fits your artwork from Dina Pugh, Triple Base Gallery, and Risley Sams, former gallery owner. Wednesday, September 16, 2009, 5:30-7:00pm. Click here to download notes.

ArtSpan Networking Online

• ArtSpan on Facebook: Click here.
• ArtSpan on LinkedIn: Click here.

Other Professional Resources:

• Learn how to protect yourself from art scams at artscams.com.
• Robyn Freedman at artcounsel.com provides legal representation for artists and galleries.
• Alliance of Artist Communities presents visual arts residency opportunities.
• Many artists attend the workshops offered at Small Business Administration.
• Visit California Lawyers for the Arts for legal and tax resources for artists.
• Looking for a studio? Visit Art House.
• Intersection for the Arts provides fiscal sponsorship for artists that need short-term nonprofit status to qualify for certain grants.

**Please be advised that the details and description of each workshop is subject to revision. Downloadable documents are the intellectual property of the authors.