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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Date: December 20, 2006

Contact: Yvonne Stahr, Programs Information Officer

Phone:  (603) 271-0791; e-mail: Yvonne.m.stahr@dcr.state.nh.us

New Year, New Series of Artist Entrepreneurial Workshops

The New Hampshire State Council on the Arts is pleased to offer a third series of free workshops for professional New Hampshire artists who are seeking to enhance their business skills, promote their work, and network with other artists. 

Space is limited, so please be sure to register as soon as possible by calling (603)271-2789 or emailing Judy Rigmont, Community Arts Coordinator, at Judy.L.Rigmont@dcr.nh.gov.

January 23, 2007 (snow date: January 24):
I Think I Want/Need a Web Site, But Where Do I Begin?

Workshop Facilitator:   Dan Pouliot, Webmaster (Cabletron/Enterasys), Artist (photography, oil painting, digital art) and Marketeer

Learn about the benefits of having a web site, how to get started, site architecture, pros and cons of creating your own site, how to market your site, and other useful tips.

February 27, 2007 (snow date: February 28):
Artist Grants and Services: What Do We Do?  What Are You Missing?

NH State Council on the Arts staff will share information and answer questions about the various services and grants offered to professional artists with a particular focus on public art, fellowships, and artist entrepreneurial grants/workshops. It's your time to ask questions and give us input on how we can better serve you.

March 27, 2007 (snow date:  March 28):
Approaching a Gallery & Patron Relationships

Workshop Facilitator:  TBA

Learn from gallery owners about the most effective ways to approach them and how to develop and maintain strong client and patron relationships. Presenters:  TBA

This session is offered in partnership with MicroCredit NH's ArtWorks-NH Program..

April 24, 2007 (snow date: April 25):
Pricing: For What It's Worth
Workshop Facilitator:  TBA Learn how to effectively price your artwork or service.

This session is offered in partnership with MicroCredit NH's ArtWorks-NH Program.

May 23, 2007:

Rap Session:  Artist to Artist Dialogue
Workshop Facilitators:  Artists TBA

Join with other artists in philosophical and practical  discussions about making a living in the arts--its rewards, challenges, business tips, why you do what you do. Dream a bit and come back to earth.

Last updated: December 19, 2006