ART IS MY JOB – Navigating a career in visual arts
The workshop will focus on developing the right mindset, setting achievable goals, and maintaining authenticity in your work. Participants will gain practical advice and learn from the experiences of established artists and professionals. The programme will include a panel discussion, a studio tour, and a hands-on tutorial, culminating in a certificate of attendance and a guidebook for starting professionals.
Schedule
5:30 PM – 5:35 PM: Welcome and Introduction
– Opening remarks and overview of the workshop agenda.
5:35 PM – 6:00 PM: Panel Discussion – “Navigating a Full-Time Career in the Visual Arts”
– Panelists: Elyse Tonna, Andrew Borg Wirth and Vince Briffa
-Topics: Career development, overcoming challenges, and staying true to your artistic vision.
-Q&A session with the audience.
6:10PM -6:20 PM : Malta Enterprise Information Session
6:20 PM – 6:30 PM: Studio Tour and Experience Sharing
– Host: Nicole Scriberras, Artist in Residence.
– Tour of Nicole Scribers’ studio at KBIC
– Nicole shares her journey, experiences, and tips for success in the visual arts.
6:30 PM – 7:15 PM: Tutorial and Expertise Session – “Building Your Own Path/Trajectory”
– Facilitator: Maria Galea.
– Interactive session on developing a career strategy, setting goals, and remaining authentic.
– Practical exercises and group discussions.
7:15 PM – 7:25 PM: Networking and Refreshments
– Opportunity for participants to network with peers and panelists.
– Light refreshments served.
7:25 PM – 7:30 PM: Closing Remarks and Certificate Presentation
– Summary of key takeaways from the workshop.
– Presentation of certificates of attendance to participants.
*media coverage will take place
FAQ
- Gain insights from established artists and professionals on building a sustainable career in the visual arts.
- Learn practical steps to develop a professional mindset and set achievable career goals.
- Emerging artists and art professionals looking to establish a full-time career in the visual arts.
- Students interested in pursuing a career in the visual arts.
- Established artists seeking to refine their professional practices and network with peers.
- Developing a professional mindset.
- Setting and achieving career goals.
- Maintaining authenticity in your work.
- Practical advice from experienced artists and art professionals.
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