Artist Boot Camp

Do you want to start making money by selling your artwork or creative product, but are unsure about where to begin?

Have you tried to sell your art, only to spend time, money and energy, with little result?

Have you been treating your “business” like an expensive hobby?   Would it be helpful to have specific direction on key steps to take to build the foundation for a successful business?

If so, then Artist Boot Camp is for you.   Artist Boot Camp is a live three-part workshop designed to build and grow your visual art business.

Build and execute a plan for your art business success using systems that incorporate your unique talents and strengths.

This program is appropriate for all visual arts, including but not limited to drawing, painting, ceramics, sculpture, printmaking, photography and fine crafts.

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Artist Boot Camp is broken into three segments as outlined below.  Each segment can be taken as a stand-alone course, or you can sign up for all three at once.

Artist Boot Camp I:  Getting Started
Focuses on how to build a  solid foundation for a successful art business.  We focus on the first steps you should take in building your art business including the following topics:
Creating Your Vision
Building a cohesive body of work that will get you attention and sales.
Pricing your work.
Marketing must haves.
Proactive PR
Building relationships with your customers.
Simple start-up systems to get you traction.
Building inroads in the community.

Artist Boot Camp II:  Gaining Traction
How to market your work online and offline for business success.
We cover strategies for marketing both online and “offline” at live events and in your community, including but not limited to the following:
Maintaining a solid web presence.
Mastering social media.
Direct Marketing Campaigns
Online Stores
Success at fairs and festivals
Selling in retail venues

Artist Boot Camp III:  Digging Deep
This third session focuses on the artist who wants to get better with their time and put specific systems in place that will help them to work more efficiently at their business.  Topics covered include:
How do you get it all done:  Balancing studio vs. business time.
Goals and themes for your business.
Calendar Management
Systems for managing your marketing and organizational needs.

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