The ArtWorks Emerging Artist Program invites young creators (with less than five years experience in their field) to build skills essential to becoming a professional artist and/or entrepreneur. Emerging Artists (EAs) will have opportunities to connect with a group of inspiring creators, engage in work experience, and attend a wide range of trainings/workshops.
Program Dates/Deadlines
Program Dates: September 6, 2022 - May 30, 2023
Application Deadline: August 1, 2022 at midnight EST
*You are between 18 and 30 years of age
Eligibility
*You are between 18 - 30 years of age (you're eligible if you are currently 30)
*You are Indigenous
*You are within the first five years of your creative practice
Is this program right for me?
- You are Indigenous between 18 and 30 years of age
- You are within the first 5 years of your artistic practice
- You are looking for opportunities to build the skills you need to work as a professional artist, a freelancer, a creative entrepreneur, or a professional in the creative sector
Program highlights
- Paid training workshops with leaders in the creative sector and creative entrepreneurs
- Up to $1200 for training
- Up to $500 for materials or equipment to support your practice
- A professional bio and headshot
- Network with a community of artists and creative entrepreneurs
