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This workshop series by Summit Artspace will support you in cultivating an entrepreneurial mindset while centering your artistic practice. Created by local artists for local artists, these hands-on sessions are tailored to address your top needs and priorities as an artist, such as planning for your future, building a sustainable career, and finding your audience. Local artists of all disciplines—visual, performing, and literary—seeking to deepen the business practices behind their artistic careers are welcome.  

Workshops will be recorded and shared with participants following each event.

Please contact natalie@summitartspace.org to learn more before registering. 

Upcoming WOrkshops

Check back often for updates on our professional development opportunities!

Previous Workshops

Three portraits side by side: a woman with straight hair, a woman with wavy hair and glasses, smiling, and a man with glasses and a colorful jacket with neutral expressions.

Tuesday, March 12, 2024, 5:30 – 7 p.m.  

Writing for Artist Opportunities 

with Pita Brooks, Katie Butler, and Nick Lee
Co-hosted with Akron Soul Train

Tuesday, February 13, 2024, 5:30 – 7 p.m.
Self-Care for Artists
with Ashley Pippin & William Washington

A split image shows two smiling individuals. Left: A woman with long hair and an off-shoulder floral top in front of a stone wall. Right: A man with curly hair, wearing glasses and a scarf, on a dark background. Smiling woman with long hair in front of a colorful mural; man with short hair in a burgundy sweater against a dark background, both convey warmth.

 

Wednesday, March 22 @ 5:30 p.m.  
Valuing Your Artistic Practice
with Lizzi Aronhalt & Dominic Moore-Dunson

 

 

Wednesday, Feb. 22 @ 5:30 p.m. 
Building An Online Presence for Your Art
with Ace Epps & Meghan Meeker

A side-by-side image of a man with glasses and a beard in a suit, exuding a thoughtful demeanor, and a smiling woman in a blazer, seated casually. Three women are shown in a side-by-side portrait collage. They are smiling warmly, each in a different setting, conveying a sense of friendliness.

 

Thursday, Oct. 27 @ 5:30 p.m. 
Money Mindset for Artists
with Gina Betti, Rachel Durci, & Dara Harper

 

 

Wed., Oct. 12 @ 5:30 p.m. 
Telling Your Story: Branding for Artists  
with Micah Kraus & Floco Torres

Two side-by-side portraits: The left image shows a smiling man sitting in an art studio, surrounded by colorful abstract paintings. The right image has a man in front of a vibrant red background, with a thoughtful expression holding his chin. Smiling woman with brown hair in a blue blouse and black blazer, sitting in front of a colorful bookshelf. Warm and inviting atmosphere.

 

Thursday, November 2, 2023, 5:30 – 7 p.m.
Financial Wellness for Artists 
with Elaine Grogan Luttrull

 

Tuesday, November 14, 2023, 5:30 – 7 p.m.
Present the Narrative
with Micah Kraus & Nicole Kurtz

A man with a mustache and red shoes smiles while seated in an art studio with colorful paintings. A woman with red glasses stands outdoors, smiling warmly. A person with short, curly hair smiles warmly, wearing vibrant red glasses. The blurry green and brown background suggests an outdoor setting.

 

Friday, August 9 – Saturday, August 10, 2024
10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
From Studio to Screen: Building Your Artist Website
with Nicole Kurtz

FAQ

How do I attend?

Sessions will take place on Zoom. Once you are registered, you will receive an automatic message with the Zoom link, which will become live at the time of the event. If you register and do not receive a link, please email natalie@summitartspace.org. 

Can I watch a recording of each session at my own pace?

Each session will be recorded and sent to the participants following the workshop. Power Point files presented by instructors will also be sent to participants so that they can take time reviewing all the content from the session as needed. 

What other professional practice programs are offered through Summit Artspace?

On an annual basis, Summit Artspace offers Artist Entrepreneurship Institute, a multi-week course designed to help artists grow their business. Artists of all disciplines are invited to engage in seven sessions covering fourteen topics that encourage peer-to-peer learning under the direction of experts in business, marketing, finance, and sales. One on one coaching sessions with SA staff are offered to participants to continue their progress following the AEI program. SA is also currently expanding our offerings to include networking opportunities, critique group for visual artists, and “Ask an Expert” format event tailored to artist’s needs. 

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Professional Practices is supported in part through grants from Akron Community Foundation Women’s Endowment Fund, Maynard Family Foundation, and ArtsForward, a grant program by ArtsNow.

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