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SUMMARY:Paint in Black 5: Branding and Sales Strategies
DESCRIPTION:Robert will share lessons learned from showing and selling his art at fairs\, galleries\, and museums. Over the course of his lifelong career\, Robert has spent years travelling from his home in Wheeling\, WV to art fairs near and far\, from St. Louis to upstate New York\, often attending over 15 fairs a year. With fairs promising great sales but requiring a lot of time\, labor and travel\, he will discuss how to choose events that are a good fit for your work\, tips for setting up your booth\, and how to troubleshoot difficult situations to make fairs and festivals worthwhile sales events. On the topic of branding\, Robert will share the story of how he acquired the name WV Tin Man and open a conversation about how branding can create connection with the public and how it is also nuanced. Together we will consider both the limitations and opportunities in branding oneself and one’s art. In what promises to be a lively conversation\, you will leave this seminar with practical tips for making sales\, as well a discussion to reflect on about how you have are making a name for yourself as an artist.\nKaren Jacobson will discuss opportunities to fund growth of your art-based business.\nMountain Arts District will lead a roundtable discussion as attendees pop out to their one-on-one sessions with Robert.
URL:https://elkinsrandolphwv.com/event/paint-in-black-5-branding-and-sales-strategies/
LOCATION:Tygart Hotel\, 206 Davis Avenue\, Elkins\, WV
ORGANIZER;CN="Woodlands Development & Lending":MAILTO:info@woodlandswv.org
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SUMMARY:Paint it Black 4: Tax Essentials for Artists
DESCRIPTION:Through stories of real artists\, musicians and writers\, Elaine will connect the dots between what artists do day-to-day to create and share their work and how they document their income and expenses. She will demystify sales tax\, self-employment tax and other potentially intimidating tax procedures. You will leave this tax workshop feeling empowered and armed with practical tools to optimize your tax return.\nIn one-on-one advising sessions in the afternoon\, Elaine will help you create a custom bookkeeping system using the tools you have available or help troubleshoot and improve the way you already track your income and spending.\nKaren Jacobson will discuss opportunities to fund growth of your art-based business.\nMountain Arts District will lead a roundtable discussion as attendees pop out to their one-on-one sessions with Elaine
URL:https://elkinsrandolphwv.com/event/paint-it-black-4-tax-essentials-for-artists/
LOCATION:Tygart Hotel\, 206 Davis Avenue\, Elkins\, WV
ORGANIZER;CN="Woodlands Development & Lending":MAILTO:info@woodlandswv.org
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SUMMARY:Paint it Black 3: Copyright\, Contracts\, and Creatives
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to be your biggest advocate and a great project partner for other businesses\, organizations\, and artists. Learn how to protect your creative rights through smart contract writing and a deeper understanding of copyright law as it relates to creative output and use. Learn how to competently converse with others about the scary but critical parts of succeeding as an artist.\nAttendees will have the opportunity to have a one-on-one session with Angela in the afternoon to discuss their own legal and copyright questions.\nTena Crites will be discuss documents and information needed to apply for a small business loan.\nMountain Arts District will lead a roundtable discussion as attendees pop out to their one-on-one sessions with Angelica.
URL:https://elkinsrandolphwv.com/event/paint-it-black-3-copyright-contracts-and-creatives/
LOCATION:Tygart Hotel\, 206 Davis Avenue\, Elkins\, WV
ORGANIZER;CN="Woodlands Development & Lending":MAILTO:info@woodlandswv.org
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SUMMARY:Paint it Black 2: Building a Content Strategy for Artists
DESCRIPTION:Artists are storytellers\, and your art deserves an audience that deeply connects with your work. But how do you ensure your message reaches the right people—consistently and effectively? This hands-on workshop will guide you through crafting a content strategy designed to showcase your art\, attract collectors\, and build a community around your creative vision.\nWe understand that marketing your art can feel overwhelming\, but with the right strategy\, you can create an online presence that reflects your artistic identity while maintaining time freedom for your creative practice.\nWhat You’ll Learn:\nHow to develop a content strategy that aligns with your artistic goals\nThe power of storytelling and why repetition strengthens your brand\nHow to map out a content plan to stay consistent without burnout\nA simple posting schedule to keep your audience engaged\nThe 5 C’s of Content Creation—a framework for variety and engagement\nThe 80/20 Rule for balancing professional and personal content\nHow to use social platforms to amplify your reach and create genuine connections\nAttendees will have the opportunity to have a one-on-one session with Angelica in the afternoon to work on developing their personalized marketing strategy.\nKaren Jacobson and Marti Jefferson will be available to assist artists with business planning and funding strategies.\nMountain Arts District will lead a roundtable discussion as attendees pop out to their one-on-one sessions with Angelica.
URL:https://elkinsrandolphwv.com/event/paint-it-black-2-building-a-content-strategy-for-artists/
LOCATION:Tygart Hotel\, 206 Davis Avenue\, Elkins\, WV
ORGANIZER;CN="Woodlands Development & Lending":MAILTO:info@woodlandswv.org
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