When:  Sunday, March 12, 2017 from 9 am - 5 pm

Need income streams for your art practice beyond gallery representation? Strengthen your professional development with an immersive 1 day artist-centric program focused on the practical needs of artists from Los Angeles Art Association, the organization committed to the needs of artists. 

On March 12, our expert panelists examine strategies to sustain a career and generate income as a full-time visual artist. First, we will examine the practical tactics, logistical paths and disposition of the full-time artist. Next we'll explore grant opportunities and best practices for submissions for artists. Finally, we will explore non-gallery opportunities to generate income for artists. 

Where: Burke Triolo Studio
             538 Mission Street
             South Pasadena, 91030

Who: Panelists include:
• Richard Bruland , Artist, Represented by Lora Schlesinger Gallery
• Andrew Campbell, Arts Manager, City of West Hollywood. 
• Judy Faulkner, nonprofit executive, artist.
• Sharon Kagan, Artist, Brody Grant recipient
• Marylinda Moss, Art Consultant, Fine Art Source
• Peter Mays, Executive Director, LAAA

Cost: $100: LAAA Members, $110: Students and Seniors, $180: Non-Members

Save your spot today by clicking the register button above to complete registration via our secure form or call 310.652.8272 to register by phone.

AGENDA

9:00 am
CHECK-IN AND NETWORKING
Meet attendees while enjoying coffee and snacks.

9:30 - 11:30 am
ARTIST AS A FULL-TIME CAREER
Your goal is to sustain a career as a full-time artist? Are you ready to explore the practical implications that an ongoing career in the arts demands? This session explores different paths for exhibiting, promoting and securing income for your artwork as well as identifying goals and successful time management.

Participants:
• Richard Bruland, Artist
• Peter Mays, Executive Director, LAAA

11:30 am
LUNCH BREAK
Please bring lunch or visit the local restaurants within walking distance.

12:30 - 2:15 pm
GRANT WRITING FOR ARTISTS
Seeking corporate or foundation funding for your artwork? Artists grants are limited and highly competitive. Our panel provides expertise from both sides of the grant selection process. This "quick and dirty" immersion into grant writing explores the best practices and expectations for successful grantees.

Participants:
• Judy Faulkner, nonprofit executive, artist  
• Sharon Kagan, artist, Brody grant recipient
• Peter Mays, Executive Director, LAAA

2:30 - 4:15pm
OTHER PATHS TO A CAREER IN THE ARTS
Galleries play an important role in the careers of many artists, but today's artists are finding other paths to success. This panel will explain that public art, corporate placements and art fairs are all viable career strategies for artists.

Participants:
• Andrew Campbell, Arts Manager, City of West Hollywood
• Richard Bruland, Artist, represented by Lora Schlesinger Gallery
• Marylinda Moss, Art Consultant, Fine Art Source
• Peter Mays, Executive Director, LAAA

4:30 pm
Q&A with Peter Mays
Get any remaining questions answered by Peter Mays, Executive Director, LAAA.

5:00 pm
CONCLUSION