Full Series- Best Practices Series: Supporting a Life in the Arts

Register for the full series of "Best Practices: Supporting a Life in the Arts" and save $20. Preregistration is highly encouraged but walk-ins are welcome. North River Arts is pleased to introduce this important series of business skill-building discussions for artists. This information is usually hard to find, but NRAS is committed to supporting artists in all aspects of a life in the arts. Making art is just the beginning! Free coffee and donuts to be provided by SlackTide Coffee Roasters.

After Your Art is Created: Photographing, Shipping, Inventory, Presentation
with Liz Haywood-Sullivan
Sunday January 14, 1:00-3:30pm
It’s not uncommon now for artist exhibit entries to be online. Learn to photograph your piece for online entries to achieve the most “real-life” likeness. The class will also go over shipping, inventory organization and presenting your work. 

Social Media and Advertising Your Art with Maryann Gibbons and Julia Driscoll
Sunday January 28, 1:00-3:30pm
Maryann and Julia will guide you through the world of social media strategy, content creation and getting your art online. They will cover a wide range of topics from leveraging social media for art promotion and growth to cost-effective strategies and time management. 

Pricing Your Art and Goal Setting with Kate Anderson and Liz Haywood-Sullivan
Sunday February 11, 1:00-3:30pm
Pricing your own artwork is probably the most anxiety inducing aspect of being an artist. What is your art worth? Where do you start? What if you overprice, or under price? Yikes! Bring your questions and concerns to this candid discussion of artwork pricing and goal setting strategy.

Strategies for Teaching with Maureen Smith
Sunday February 25, 1:00-3:30pm
Interested in teaching? Teaching is great way to improve your craft, create a name for yourself in the local community and earn money at the same time. Maureen has an expansive background in teaching teachers! She will lead you through the ins and outs of getting started.