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​Looking for help applying to grants? What about posting on social media or engaging with communities? Deepen your practice, learn new skills, and advance your arts and culture career with one of our upcoming workshops!​​

Current On-Demand Workshops​​​

 Artists Workshops

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In partnership with Artlink, artists are invited to watch this on-demand a series of workshops designed to support an artist’s career that was held in conjunction with Art Detour 35.

"Photograph Your Work" WATCH ON DEMAND
Led by professional photographer, Nader Abushhab who demonstrates basic photography techniques on capturing work in the most effective and easiest way. This course welcomes all levels of expertise no matter how big or small. Learn best tips and practices for capturing your work in a professional manner.​

"Submit Your Work” WATCH ON DEMAND
The workshop provides insights and tips on submitting your work to open calls as well as commercial businesses. The conversation will include Carrie Brown, Deputy Director of Phoenix Office of Arts and Culture; Chad Campbell, co-owner of For The People/dialog; and Catrina Kahler, President & CEO of Artlink Inc.

“Prepare Your Work” WATCH ON DEMAND​
This workshop provides insights and tips on preparing your work for exhibition. The conversation will include Laura Spalding Best, Senior Director of Exhibits for Desert Botanical Garden, and Robert Gentile, Curatorial Programs Manager for Artlink Inc.

“Promote Your Work” – Due to Schedulding, This Workshop Will be Rescheduled
​This workshop provides insights and tips on promoting your work. The conversation will include Kris Mocny, Owner of Clyint; Leslie Criger Articipant Liaison for Artlink Inc.

 ‭(Hidden)‬ Doing Business in Phoenix with the Phoenix Office of Arts + Culture

Wednesday, April 19, 2023
5:00-6:30 p.m.

​​Since 1985, the City of Phoenix Office of Arts + Culture (POAC) has been supporting the local arts and culture community to make Phoenix a great place to live, work, and visit. POAC contracts with numerous artists and non-profit art organizations every year, primarily through the grants and public art programs, and continually strives to connect with new audiences. In this webinar, you’ll learn about the goals and values of the department, ways to engage with the creative community, how to apply for grants and public art opportunities, and how to register as vendor with the City of Phoenix. This free, online workshop is in partnership with the Phoenix Public Library.​

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On-Demand Workshops

 ‭(Hidden)‬ Grant Orientation Workshops

​Organizations and artists considering applying for a Community Arts Grant are strongly encouraged to attend one of the pre-application workshops offered by the Phoenix Office of Arts and Culture staff. Workshops are available in English and Spanish. At each workshop, staff will review applicant eligibility and guidelines, application forms, and panel review process. 

Se recomienda a las organizaciones y solicitantes que consideren solicitar una subvención que asistan a uno de los talleres ofrecidos por el personal de la Oficina de Arte y Cultura de Phoenix antes de completa​​r la solicitud. Los talleres están disponibles en inglés y español. ​En cada taller, repasaremos eligibilidad e instrucciones, la solicitud, y el proceso de revisión del panel para los programas.​​

​Learn More for Dates, Times, and How to Register
​You can watch recordings​ of past workshops, follow us on Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter, or sign up for our mailing list​. ​

Artists to Work Applicant Orientation (WebEx webinar)
Tuesday, August 30 from 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. 
Register Here

Artists to Work Applicant Orientation (WebEx webinar)
Tuesday, September 6 from 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. 
Register Here

*Staff will stay through 2:30 p.m. at each orientation to answer any remaining questions. ​
** Webinar recordings will be available the day afer the orientation 



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