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Dear Artists & Colleagues,
Happy 2012 and welcome back! Are you still riding high on your New Year's resolution momentum? Then now is the time to check out what The Field is offering this winter/spring season.
We've got Career Workshops on everything from how to set touring fees, to identifying funding resources, to writing project descriptions, to basic marketing strategies! We're also hosting a public dialogue through Economic Revitalization for Performing Artists (ERPA) on how artists and presenters work together, as well as a series of Financial Empowerment Workshops presented by ArtHome. Or maybe you are looking for feedback on your work and a little creative inspiration? Then sign up for Guest Artist Fieldwork, facilitated by Susan Oetgen with guest artist Brian Brooks! And that's not all, see below for full details and information.
And don't miss out on our EARLY BIRD SPECIAL! Sign up for Career Workshops and Fieldwork with coupon code "earlybird" before February 5 and save 15%!
From all of us at The Field,
Audra, Cassie, Shama, Jennifer, Cara, Pele, Chongsi & Saifan
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Touring Fees For Artists
with Tommy Kreigsmann
Tuesday, February 21, 6:30-9pm $40/$25 Field Members In this workshop participants will develop a viable touring budget based on the present fee structure of touring venues in the US and beyond. We will look closely at staffing, venue and technical specifications and consider how these affect your budget.
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Identifying Rescources & Funding Strategies
with Royd Climenhaga
Tuesdays, March 6 & 13 6:30-9pm $80/$50 Field Members This course is geared specifically toward artists working with new and alternative forms of theater and dance. We will focus on how to identify foundations/funders that are a good match (and how to not waste your time on things that aren't worth it), as well as locating alternative revenue streams. Participants will learn how to strategize and build a working timeline for applying to funders and gathering support. |
Writing Project Descriptions & Artist Statements
with Beth Morrison
Tuesday & Thursday, April 10 & 12, 6:30-9pm $80/$50 Field Members Project descriptions and artist statements are the backbone of artists' materials. Whether you're applying for a grant, residency or performance, or putting together your press kit, solid writing that describes your work and expresses your creative voice is key. This workshop provides examples from other artists, and gives participants a forum to develop their writing and receive feedback. |
"Butts in Seats" - Marketing 2.0
with Brian McCormick
Monday, April 23 6:30-9pm $40/$25 Field Members This workshop focuses on how to build a cohesive marketing strategy (both short- and long-term) by breaking down key concepts. Topics include: brand identity, messaging, and communication. The course will also cover best practices for using Social Media, realistic advertising options, promotions and community partnerships.
Career Workshops are made possible by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of Governor Andrew Cuomo and the New York State Legislature.
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PUBLIC DIAGOGUE: How Presenters & Artists Work Together
Monday, January 30, 6:30-8pm
at Joyce SoHo - FREE! So often these relationships can have challenging power dynamics - let's open communication and get down to business. How do we work together on logistical challenges, how do we negotiate our needs?
Panelists include: Shoshona Currier, Cathy Eilers, Kristin Marting, Brian Rogers,James Scruggs. Facilitated by Maura Donohue.
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Financial Empowerment Workshops
Presented by ArtHome's Founder, Esther Robinson
at The FAR Space
Wednesday, May 2, 6:30-7:30pm
$15/$10 Field Members
Are you ready to make a change? Learn to navigate your financial life with creativity, clarity and strength. Create opportunities instead of responding to crisis. Learn from a fellow artist how to bring your creative and financial lives into dynamic balance.
CreativeMoney Homeownership Basics
Wednesday, May 23, 6:30-8:30 FREE!
Have you ever dreamed of owning your own home? Even if it's years away - there are easy steps you can take to prepare now! Come learn the basics from a fellow artist: why and how homeownership can benefit artists, the steps to owning a home and New York City programs and services offered by The New York Mortgage Coalition that can assist you in your journey.
This program is generously supported by the The Rockefeller Foundation.
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Fall 2011 Artists
Monday, January 23, 7:30pm
at The Kitchen Fall Resident Artists include Piper Anderson, Lucie Baker, Martha Cargo + Anne H. Goldberg, Barbie Diewald, Loom, Emilie Miller, and Jacqueline Wade |
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Guest Artist Fieldwork
Facilitated by Susan Oetgen
Guest Artist: Brian Brooks
Tuesdays, March 20 to May 8, 6-9pm
at The FAR Space
$155/$100 Field Members
Fieldwork is a unique forum for artists to share developing works and exchange feedback, peer to peer. The feedback structure reveals how each piece is perceived by others and fosters a detailed information exchange. Incisive and stimulating critiques are guided by an experienced facilitator. Guest artist, Brian Brooks, will participate in three sessions, offering the group a fresh pair of eyes as well as sharing his work. The final session will be an open showing.
Open to artists working in dance, music, performance art, and theater.
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| Consultations
Stuck in rut? Looking for specific feedback on a project? The Field offers tailored support and access to our resources and knowledgeable staff through one-on-one consultations. Topics range from help with production planning to fundraising to general career counseling to grant-review and feedback. Tell us what you're looking for and we'll match you up with the staff member best suited to your needs! One-on-one and group consultations are available to Members and non-members. Click here for rates and information.
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Member Toolbox Sessions
These free roundtable workshops are for Field Members only. Winter/spring topics include help with filling out 1099s and Basic Bookkeeping. Log into the Member homepage or call 212-691-6969 to find out more. |
Become a Member!
Join The Field today and tap into a vital community of individual performing artists and companies. Field Membership is $100 for the year. $15 discount for members of Harvestworks and Associate Artists at New York Live Arts. Click here for more information and a full list of Member Benefits. |
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Save 15%
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Early Bird Special!
Sign up for Career Workshops or Fieldwork with coupon code "earlybird" before February 5, and save 15%!
| Offer Expires: February 5, 2012
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New York, NY 10013
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