Arts Council of Winston-Salem & Forsyth County Presents The Artful Entrepreneur Professional Development Series
Arts Council of Winston-Salem & Forsyth County Presents The Artful Entrepreneur Professional Development Series
Made possible by Truist Charitable Fund
About the Artful Entrepreneur Professional Development Series: Made possible by Truist Charitable Fund, the Artful Entrepreneur series bridges creativity and entrepreneurial principles to provide individual artists with a modern approach to running their business. For the last five years, Arts Council has been working with artists to strengthen their small businesses and help them build economic pathways to mobility through professional development. Arts Council has partnered with community partners to address professional development in addition to rolling out independent artist career grants.
Community Partners
THE CMPND and The Artistic Elements Cohort: The Artistic Elements Cohort is composed of seven incredibly talented creatives, each bringing a unique blend of skills and ambitions. Their disciplines span music, poetry, videography, podcasting, photography, and multidisciplinary art. The CMPND: the place where elements of craft are refined and combined in excellence. Their goal is to empower creatives with the resources, education, and skills needed to take their passions to the next level.
Mixxer Community Makerspace and The Artists & Craftspersons Series: The Artists & Craftspersons Development Series (ACDS) empowers creatives through education, networking, and resource-sharing. Through strategic alliances, ACDS aims to elevate and connect the creative community. Mixxer Community Makerspace’s mission is to grow a creative community that provides equitable access to tech, tools, and knowledge regardless of experience or background. They support professional growth with casual meetups, workshops, and community-driven services, addressing critical needs and fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Hustle Winston-Salem and The Ice House Entrepreneurship Series: The Ice House Entrepreneurship Series is based on the book "Who Owns the Ice House? Eight Life Lessons from an Unlikely Entrepreneur.” Participants will develop crucial entrepreneurial mindsets like creativity, vision, risk-taking, and resilience. Interactive lessons and discussions will equip them with tangible skills to turn their artistic passions into sustainable businesses. Hustle Winston-Salem’s mission is to help grow the local economy by accelerating underrepresented entrepreneurs with a focus on women, people of color, and marginalized business districts.
Learn More
Sign up for our email list here to stay updated on Arts Council's artistic development programs, offered through "The Artful Entrepreneur" Professional Development series made possible by Truist Charitable Fund.
Launch of The Artful Entrepreneur Professional Development Series
The CMPND Artistic Elements Resident Showcase
January 30, 2025 - March 30, 2025
Arts Council of Winston-Salem & Forsyth County proudly presents The CMPND Artistic Elements Resident Showcase, marking the launch of The Artful Entrepreneur Professional Development Series, made possible by Truist Charitable Fund. This interactive exhibition will be on display in the Main Gallery of the Milton Rhodes Center for the Arts from January 30, 2025 to March 30, 2025, with an opening reception and resident showcase on January 30, 2025 from 6:00 to 8:00 PM.
Thank you for highlighting the importance of professional development in the arts! I'm curious, what specific skills or insights do you think are most crucial for aspiring art entrepreneurs today? paper minecraft
Browsing by model rather than by mood board is the part I use most. The community wrap gallery tags every design with the exact trim, so a 2025+ Premium file never ends up on my 2021 car.
It’s encouraging to see professional development programs that recognize artists as entrepreneurs as well as creatives. The combination of practical business education, networking, and access to resources can be valuable for artists who are trying to turn their creative work into sustainable careers. I especially like the focus on connecting different creative disciplines and building a stronger local arts community. For some casual downtime after a busy creative day, quenq vice city offers browser-based Vice City gameplay without requiring a separate download.
I came for the horror, but ended up staying for the mystery. FNAF 3 does a great job of making players curious about the history behind the attraction and the secrets hidden inside it.
10.0.0.0.1 is a helpful guide for understanding Piso WiFi login and network access. Wonderful recognition of dedicated educators inspiring students worldwide. Congratulations to every Global Schools Mentor Advocate for creating positive, lasting educational impact.