Craft Lab Workshop Series
Illuminate the business of making.
The Craft Lab Workshop Series is a free, professional development program offered exclusively for ACC members. Conversations are also recorded and made available to members to view at their convenience.
From engaging conversations featuring movers and shakers in the craft industry to presentations on practical skills and methods, ACC’s Craft Lab workshop series offers educational programming for practicing artists at every career stage. Learn directly from experts on topics as wide-ranging as photography, financial tools, and marketing for artists.
Our workshop series returns in 2025.
We will have eight amazing and informative sessions to help you launch and/or fine-tune your business and practice. Become a member to access past content and stay in the loop regarding upcoming sessions.
Past sessions.
ACC members can view Craft Lab videos any time.
Craft Lab is a free, professional development program offered for ACC members. Conversations are also recorded and made available to members to view at their convenience. Not a member? Join today.
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TUESDAY, MAY 14, 2024
Creative Budgeting: Making the Impossible Possible
with Elaine Grogan Luttreull
The art of budgeting can feel impossible when you have no idea what your income will be. And in the arts, often, we have no idea what our income will be. But just because it feels impossible doesn’t mean it is.
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TUESDAY, APRIL 23, 2024
Planning and Goal Setting for Artist Entrepreneurs
with Azriel Weaver
We all know that goals are important, but sometimes the path to obtaining our big dreams can seem insurmountable. Join this two-hour deep dive into how to break down big goals into actionable plans.
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TUESDAY, MARCH 26, 2024
E-Commerce Retail Strategies for Artists
with Amanda Dinan
Are you ready to elevate your creative journey in the digital marketplace? In this workshop we delve into dynamic strategies and tools you need to optimize your online presence and amplify your sales online.
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TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 2024
Discussion: Preparing for an In-Person Marketplace
with Cindy Liebel and Robin Kramer
How can you plan to get the most out of your time at an in-person marketplace? In this conversation, we explore topics such as booth design, pre- and post-event marketing techniques, sales strategies, and more.
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TUESDAY, DECEMBER 5, 2023
Marketing Strategies for Artists
with Kim Robinson
You didn’t become an artist to be a marketer—you became an artist to follow a dream and do what you love. In this two-hour workshop, we will explore strategies and tactics for artists to market their work and explore successful case studies.
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TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 7, 2023
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 2023Product Photography Using a Smart Phone (two sessions)
with Joshua White
Documenting and promoting your artwork can be easier than you think! This workshop will cover the basics of how to use a smartphone to photograph your work, utilize editing apps, and explore other tools to help make your work shine.
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TUESDAY, OCTOBER 3, 2023
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 10, 2023Financial Tools for Creatives (two sessions)
with Veronica Edwards
Do you have questions about what financial tools and strategies are best for your creative business? In this two-part series, we will do a deep dive into the best financial practices for growing and sustaining a successful craft business.