Creative Capital Workshop: Strategic Planning, Funding & Marketing Intensive for Artists

July 29-31, 2011
Belmont University
Application Deadline: May 31, 2011

This one of a kind opportunity has been described as a “crash course in self-management, strategic planning, fundraising and promotion” for artists of all creative genres. The Creative Capital Workshop takes artists on a two and one-half day retreat led by nationally renowned arts professionals.

Participation by application only. The experience is limited to 24 high-level artists from Nashville and its surrounding counties. Applications will be reviewed by a selection committee with the goal of assembling a very diverse group of artists from varied artistic genres and cultural backgrounds. Applicants must be Tennessee residents and should be practicing artists who have been working professionally for at least 5 years.

“The Creative Capital opportunity with the Arts & Business Council reflects Belmont University’s commitment to entrepreneurship and creativity” says President Bob Fisher. “Belmont is exited to welcome artists of all disciplines to experience Belmont’s hospitality while expanding their work and planning for a successful future.”

Apply now to take advantage of the Creative Capital effect. Designed to be a life-altering experience, the program provides artists the tools to organize, plan and sustain their creative careers, as well as strengthen their professional ties.  Learn more about Creative Capital.

Experiences from past artist participants:

“The building of community is an important value of Creative Capital… In the wake of one weekend there is a community that’s left in place. – Dread Scott, artist participant

“I can certainly say that this past weekend was the most important weekend of my professional and artistic career… the Creative Capital team is a truly special group that has no rival.” – Zachary Godshall, artist participant, Louisiana ‘09

“The handbooks are the equivalent to the artist’s holy grail.” – Artist participant, Kansas City, ‘09

The Arts & Business Council is honored to be one of twenty organizations in the country to receive a Kresge subsidy award to present the Creative Capital Workshop in 2011.

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