An attorney from Springboard’s Minnesota Lawyers for the Arts (MnLA) program will cover business models from LLC’s to 501(c)3’s, including information on how to evaluate benefits and risks. This workshop is for artists in the region served by the Prairie Lakes Regional Arts Council (Blue Earth, Brown, Faribault, Le Sueur, Martin, Nicollet, Sibley, Waseca and […]
Learn how to prepare a simple business plan, in arts-friendly language, to help you organize all the various aspects of your artistic practice and make informed business decisions. This workshop is part of a series of virtual workshops being presented in partnership with Hennepin County Library. This workshop is a part of the 12-part Work of Art: Business […]
Learn how to track revenues and expenses, make informed projections, and gain a clearer understanding of your artistic business finances. This workshop is for artists in the region served by the Prairie Lakes Regional Arts Council (Blue Earth, Brown, Faribault, Le Sueur, Martin, Nicollet, Sibley, Waseca and Watonwan counties) and hosted in partnership with The […]
Learn the essentials of grant writing along with resources for searching and structuring your grants. This workshop is for artists in the region served by the Prairie Lakes Regional Arts Council (Blue Earth, Brown, Faribault, Le Sueur, Martin, Nicollet, Sibley, Waseca and Watonwan counties) and hosted in partnership with The Grand Center for Arts and […]
This hands-on workshop introduces the fundamentals of DJing, from playing music directly from devices to working with professional equipment. Participants will learn how to use mixers and software to blend tracks, manage sound levels, and create smooth transitions. We’ll also cover some of the intangible aspects of DJing, such as how to read a live […]
Define your product, discover your target audience, make decisions about how you sell your work, and identify a budget and strategy for your artistic business. This workshop is for artists in the region served by the Prairie Lakes Regional Arts Council (Blue Earth, Brown, Faribault, Le Sueur, Martin, Nicollet, Sibley, Waseca and Watonwan counties) and […]
In this in-person panel discussion, panelists Charlie Leftridge and Liz Miller will offer their insights on how artists can effectively partner with arts organizations and curators to exhibit, sell, and promote their artwork. Moderated by Mikhayl Dominguez. This workshop is for artists in the region served by the Prairie Lakes Regional Arts Council (Blue Earth, […]
For artists who have chosen a platform, this workshop covers the ins and outs of running your online store. Learn how to choose a domain name, accept payments, pack and ship your work, sales tax, product photography and more. Some experience is required. e-Commerce 1 is not required but highly recommended. is geared towards beginners […]
Learn how to maximize your online sales with Shopify, Wix, Squarespace, Etsy and other platforms. This workshop is geared towards beginners with little or no experience in e-Commerce. This workshop is part of a series of virtual workshops being presented in partnership with Hennepin County Library. Meet the Instructor Instructor: Kandace Creel Falcón (they/them)Bio: Kandace Creel Falcón, […]
Discover analytical and tool-based approaches to manage your time. These tools will help you tackle hurdles related to efficiency, flexibility, and structure to help you reach your artistic goals. This workshop is for artists in the region served by the Southeastern Minnesota Arts Council (Dodge, Fillmore, Freeborn, Goodhue, Houston, Mower, Olmsted, Rice, Steele, Wabasha, and […]
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