ARTIST LAB | Putting Words to Your Art
with Robyn Ayers
Thursday, May 8
4-7pm | Hi-ARTS Studio
Enrollment: $20
Have you struggled with writing about yourself and your art? This workshop guides you through the process of creating and editing written materials for application and audition season.
Putting Words to Your Art is an experiential learning workshop led by Robyn Ayers, geared towards emerging and early-career artists. This workshop will guide artists through generating and editing written materials in advance of application and audition season. At the conclusion, participants will have completed a biography, artist statement, and project proposal.
Robyn leverages the intersection of their experiences as a performer, grant writer, producer, and art administrator to facilitate the development of both creative and practical written materials for artists. Participants can expect experiential learning methodology that utilizes solo prompts, group brainstorming activities, individual coaching, and an editing process.
Participants should bring a personal laptop or other means of drafting/editing written work (pen and paper, tablet, etc.). All other materials will be provided. Participants are encouraged to bring pre-existing drafts of written materials, but may also come to start from scratch.
About Artist Lab
Hi-ARTS ARTIST LAB is a workshop series designed to equip our community with skills and knowledge that support their creative growth and career development. Whether you are an emerging artist, an aspiring professional, or simply exploring new artistic practices, there is an ARTIST LAB for you. Led by working artists and industry professionals, each session offers a practical and hands-on learning experience.
In addition to refining creative techniques, ARTIST LAB offers guidance on essential career-building skills such as marketing, pitching, and navigating the arts industry. Each session is crafted to help artists sustain and expand their practice while fostering connections within the Hi-ARTS community.
Whether you’re looking to deepen your craft, gain new perspectives, or strengthen the business side of your artistry, the ARTIST LAB Series is here to support your journey.
Accessibility | Artspace PS109 is an ADA-compliant building. Elevators are available via the main entrance, and all restrooms are wheelchair accessible. The main entrance’s outdoor gates do not have an ADA push button and may be heavy to open. If you know you will need assistance, please contact us in advance. For any additional questions, please feel free to contact us at (718) 497-4282 (voice only) or programs@hi-artsnyc.org.
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