Work of Art: Marketing
Define your product, discover your target audience, make decisions about how you sell your work, and identify a budget and strategy for your artistic business.

Date: Friday, May 17, 5:30-8:00 PM
Presenter: Workshop Facilitator, Springboard for the Arts
Location: Creative Arts Center, 112 West Main Street, Battle Lake, MN 56515
Register: Registration is required, but you can register for any or all workshops at once! Register by clicking the “REGISTER” button above. You will receive a confirmation email immediately after submitting the form. Please check spam folders! If you have any questions, call Zaraawar “Z” Mistry at 651-789-2282 or email zaraawar@springboardforthearts.org.

This workshop will be held in-person in Battle Lake, MN, presented by Art of the Lakes in partnership with Springboard for the Arts.

These workshops are a part of the Work of Art: Business Skills for Artists series, whose curriculum is always available for free download. You can also buy a softcover copy of the book.

Work of Art: Pricing
This analytical approach isn’t intended to be the only way to price your work. It’s intended to show you the factors of product production that apply to everything in the marketplace. Once you understand what each of the variables are you’ll be able to customize a formula that fits your business model.

Date: Saturday, May 18, 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM

This workshop will be held in-person in Battle Lake, MN, presented by Art of the Lakes in partnership with Springboard for the Arts.

These workshops are a part of the Work of Art: Business Skills for Artists series, whose curriculum is always available for free download. You can also buy a softcover copy of the book.

Work of Art: Time Management
Discover analytical and tool-based approaches to manage your time. These tools will help you tackle hurdles related to efficiency, flexibility, and structure to help you reach your artistic goals.

Date: Saturday, May 18, 1:30-4:00 PM

Painting barn quilts is a popular, lively and rewarding experience. Guided  instruction which will take you through the process as you tape, select colors, learn color placement, to create a barn quilt  painting that looks professional. You will leave with your own 2ft x 2ft masterpiece ready for hanging outdoors or inside. High quality materials will ensure this conversation piece will last outdoors for many years to come and bring unequivocal admiration. 
Materials included for class:
2’ x 2’  Aluminum Composite. It is a premium grade material that professional sign makers use. It will never rust or rot. It is lightweight and easy to hang but very sturdy and great to work on.  
80 plus fabulous paint colors to choose from. I use the highest quality Behr Marquee paint, 3M tape, aprons, hair dryers, and a dance-off for odd but awesome prizes. 

This workshop will be held in-person in Battle Lake, MN, presented by Art of the Lakes in partnership with Springboard for the Arts.

These workshops are a part of the Work of Art: Business Skills for Artists series, whose curriculum is always available for free download. You can also buy a softcover copy of the book.

Work of Art: Engaging Customers & Selling Your Work
Learn tools and techniques to communicate the value of your work to potential customers.

Date: Friday, May 31, 5:30-8:00 PM

This workshop will be held in-person in Battle Lake, MN, presented by Art of the Lakes in partnership with Springboard for the Arts.

These workshops are a part of the Work of Art: Business Skills for Artists series, whose curriculum is always available for free download. You can also buy a softcover copy of the book.

Work of Art: Recordkeeping
Learn how to track revenues and expenses, make informed projections, and gain a clearer understanding of your artistic business finances.

Date: Saturday, June 1, 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM

This workshop will be held in-person in Battle Lake, MN, presented by Art of the Lakes in partnership with Springboard for the Arts.

These workshops are a part of the Work of Art: Business Skills for Artists series, whose curriculum is always available for free download. You can also buy a softcover copy of the book.

Work of Art: Promotions
Craft persuasive messaging and create a strategy for how you will get the word out about your work, events, and news.

Date: Saturday, June 1, 1:30-4:00 PM