Creative Industry Summit Series Archives - Page 2 of 2

How to Get Ready for Anything! Easy Steps for Artists and Creatives

March 18, 2025, 2 p.m. Eastern Crises are unpredictable — be prepared. Join a free webinar on March 18, 2025, at 2 p.m. Eastern Time, led by Mollie Quinlan-Hayes, fund development and program officer at the National Coalition For Arts’ Preparedness (NCAPER). Learn practical, cost-effective strategies to protect yourself, your work, and your materials from … Continued

Free Webinar! Arts Education and Accessibility

Join us March 27, 2025, 5 p.m. Eastern Join us for a free webinar, “Arts Education & Accessibility,” on March 27, 2025, at 5 p.m. ET. This session will explore strategies for designing an arts curriculum that is accessible to all students. Participants will learn how to apply principles of universal design, incorporate adaptive tools, … Continued

Free Webinar! The Business of Art, The Art of Business

Join us Feb. 19, 2025, 2 p.m. Eastern Unlock the full potential of your creative enterprise with this dynamic and interactive workshop with artist Mark Lenn Johnson. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to grow your artistic career, this session will empower you with the tools, tips and strategies needed to thrive in the … Continued

Free Webinar! Growing an Inclusive Arts Workforce  

The Kentucky Arts Council’s Creative Industry Summit Series continues on March 5. In this free webinar, Employment Specialist Dan Trabue shares ideas and tips to help arts employers to grow a more inclusive workforce. The event will take place on Wednesday, March 5 from 11 a.m. to noon. Dan Trabue has a degree in Special … Continued

Free Webinar! The Homer Ledford Award

Feb. 19, 2025, 11 a.m. ET The Kentucky Folklife Program, based at Western Kentucky University, began presenting the Homer Ledford Award in 2007. Named after the influential stringed instrument maker who lived in Winchester, this award is given every other year to a Kentucky luthier who demonstrates outstanding craftsmanship and is celebrated by the communities of musicians they serve.   In … Continued

Free Webinar! Confidently Teaching Creativity

Feb. 27, 2025, 10 a.m. Eastern Discover the process of creating impactful art experiences in schools. Artist Grace Henderson will share her journey of becoming a Kentucky Arts Council teaching artist, and the many things she has learned along the way. Topics will include building connections with educators, designing effective lesson plans, preparing for a residency day, and managing the operational tasks of running a small business. About the Presenter Grace Henderson lives … Continued

Free Webinar! Creating Inclusive Arts Programming with the Universal Design for Learning 3.0

Learn dynamic techniques to reach all learners in your classroom using the updated Universal Design for Learning (UDL). In this one-hour professional development session, Catie Bates Robertson of Arts for All Kentucky will introduce you to the UDL and recent 3.0 modifications. You will be provided with a general understanding of this method and how to use UDL in arts-based instruction.  Jan. 23, 2025, 5 p.m. Eastern

Free Webinar! Wholesaling for Artists and Craftspeople

Learn the basics of becoming "wholesale ready" in this informative session. Whether you're working directly with buyers or networking through your website and social media, Melissa Oesch will share strategies for turning your passion into a thriving wholesale business. Participants will gain practical tips on handling product inquiries, fulfilling orders, negotiating lead times, and meeting delivery expectations. Jan. 15, 2025, Noon, Eastern time.