Artist Open House: Mix & Meet

Date and Time

Saturday, Nov 9, 2024 12pm - 4pm

Location

Details

In person at Summit Artspace | Free

Local artists in all disciples are invited to this special event to meet fellow artists, business professionals, and organizations towards advancing their practice with information tables, private mentorship opportunities, and guided group sessions.

Registration for coaching sessions will begin at 11:30 a.m. in person at Summit Artspace and continue throughout the day on a first come first serve basis.

REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED to join this dynamic artist-centered event for free!

Event Agenda:

Community building with other local artists, discover artist-serving organizations, and brainstorming activities | 3rd Floor Classroom

Participating Organizations: Akron Soul Train, Artists of Rubber City, CATAC, and Curated Storefront
Speed Coaching with Professionals & Established Artists | 3rd Floor Event Space

Professional Line-up: Ace Epps (Financial Management); Jeanine Black (Marketing Strategy); Kristen Dowey (Marketing Strategy); Tyron Hoisten (Digital Communications); Nicole Kurtz (Digital Communications & Website); Larry Tucker (Protecting Your Art: Insurance)
Established Artist Line-up: Katie Butler (Visual); Josy Jones (Performing); Mike Marras (Visual)
Arts Leaders Line-up: Grace Carter (Writing), Arnie Tunstall (Exhibitions)
Interactive Group Sessions | Forum Gallery & 2nd Floor Classroom

Visual Art Critique Group led by Alexia Avdelas and Shannon Welsh at 12:30-2 p.m.
Prioritizing Mental Health for Artists led by Amber Keaton at 2:30-4 p.m.
Refreshments will be provided!