Kirk Jackson and Oliver Wadsworth's orgiinal play "The Tarnation of Russel Colvin," was supported by the Arts Endowment Fund.
Artist Resource: The Best of 2017
As another 12 months of
Breaking into Business newsletters roll by, they leave behind a bank of tips, tricks, and resources for artists building businesses. Engagement statistics reveal the three most popular topics of 2017:
The Community Foundation's
Arts Endowment Fund garnered the most attention from the Breaking into Business community; news about grant opportunities is always a priority. You'll be happy to know that VCF does not plan to change this grant fund, despite the
new priorities President Dan Smith outlined this year.
The
Teaching Artist Academy from the Community Engagement Lab drew the most clicks among the many training opportunities listed. This program promises to expand teaching artists' skills and boldness, broaden their range, and empower them as local leaders and school partnership developers.
May that same boldness and empowerment be a driving force for advancing all creative careers in 2018!
Early morning view of a barn in Northern Vermont by Susan Larkin.
Alumni Spotlight: Susan Larkin
Have you shopped Etsy lately? Whether you have or not, it is worth hopping back online to check out Susan Larkin's new storefront: LarkinStudioMinis. Susan has created a saleable collection of paintings about 8"x8", affordably priced, and all listed on this popular online art store.
Two weeks into the art and soul of puppet theater at Sandglass Theater, Putney.
Featured Artist Opportunity
In November the Arts Council asked organizations across the state, "Do you offer training for artists?" The resounding answer was, "Yes!"
Sandglass Theater in Putney said, "Being an artist necessitates a constant expanding of boundaries and resources. Artists must constantly look for further training to keep their work inspired and relevant." Here's a list for artists who crave networking, inspiration, training in specific skills, and general professional development.
The
Vermont Arts Council is funded, in part, by a grant from the
National Endowment for the Arts, which requires a 1:1 match from the
Vermont State Legislature. Council grants, programs, and statewide arts promotion would not be possible without the critical funding provided by these government agencies.
