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Activation Workshops

Thursday, September 19, 2013 to Thursday, September 26, 2013

Various Dates and Times (see below)


Please join us for an amazing series of workshops led by professional artists, designers and arts administrators intended to help emerging visual artists professionalize their practice.

Knowledge gained through these workshops will foster a stronger community of local artists, enhance the quality of an emerging exhibition at a nationally recognized venue, and better prepare new-generation artists for a professional career in the arts. Light snacks and refreshments will be served

ALL WORKSHOPS ARE FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC (Donations, of course, welcomed)

GRANT WRITING FOR ARTISTS Thursday September 19 2013 from 7- 8 PM Facilitator: Rebekah Morrison-Wize Programs & Services Coordinator at London Arts

PREPARING A STRONG GALLERY SUBMISSION PACKAGE Saturday, September 21 2013 from 1- 2 PM Facilitator: Andrea Carvalho Administrative Director at Hamilton Artist Inc.

SOCIAL MEDIA AND ONLINE PRESENCE FOR ARTISTS Saturday, September 21 2013 from 3- 4 PM Facilitator: Matt Thomas Marketing Coordinator at Museum London

DOCUMENTING YOUR ARTWORK Thursday, September 26 2013 from 7 - 8 PM Facilitator: Brad Isaacs Prepator at ARTLAB

The aim of Activation is to cultivate local emerging artists by pairing an exhibition opportunity with workshops led by local art professionals that build expertise in portfolio development, exhibition design, installation, lighting, and professional practice. Knowledge gained through these one-to-one workshops will foster a stronger community of local artists, enhance the quality of an emerging exhibition at a nationally recognized venue, and better prepare new-generation artists for a professional career in the arts. The Forest City Gallery encourages submissions that critically reflect and address current developments in artistic practice.

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