HandMade in America's Craft Labs offer a comprehensive curriculum of two-hour classes on business subjects, industry-specific skills, creativity, and access-to-market courses that are tailored to meet the unique needs of our craft artists in today’s economy.
Making money with a small business is difficult, and takes time, effort and skill. Craft Labs help artists with the basics of running a successful small business.These classes are open to all. Click here for the most up-to-date schedule. Registration is required.
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January 26, 2014
March 12, 2013
HandMade in America Upcoming Craft Labs
Asheville
16 Mar 2013, 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Location: Asheville Area Arts Council - 346 Depot St., Asheville, NC
Topic: Negotiations and Legal Issues
Beyond exclusivity and commission percentage, there are many issues to consider in a consignment agreement. Many of the same items apply for a simple exhibition agreement. Also, accepting commissions can be a nightmare without a proper contract. Tips regarding fifteen topics are included, plus problems to avoid, and how to diplomatically handle negotiations.
Lenoir
21 Mar 2013, 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Location: Caldwell County Arts Council - 601 College Ave SW, Lenoir, NC
Topic: Artist's Critique
Artists often don't get together to formally critique each other's work, but it can be one of the best learning experiences. Hearing what someone else sees when they look at your work gives you new insight to what you make. Come participate in a formal critique of your work. Everyone who wishes to participate must bring one piece for critique.
Hendersonville
04 Apr 2013, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Location: Henderson County Arts Council - 401 N. Main St. #3, Hendersonville, NC
Topic: Arranging and Selling from Your Booth
Do you wonder if your booth has the optimum setup for engaging your visitor? Do you know what questions to ask your booth visitor? Come learn the answer to these and other questions. The basics of setups and sales techniques will be discussed.
Reservations are required. To register contact Yoko at 828.252.0121 x 303 or ymorris@handmadeinamerica.org
Get a link for HandMade in America and other NC art organizations on the NC crafts and Gallery Guide
16 Mar 2013, 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Location: Asheville Area Arts Council - 346 Depot St., Asheville, NC
Topic: Negotiations and Legal Issues
Beyond exclusivity and commission percentage, there are many issues to consider in a consignment agreement. Many of the same items apply for a simple exhibition agreement. Also, accepting commissions can be a nightmare without a proper contract. Tips regarding fifteen topics are included, plus problems to avoid, and how to diplomatically handle negotiations.
Lenoir
21 Mar 2013, 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Location: Caldwell County Arts Council - 601 College Ave SW, Lenoir, NC
Topic: Artist's Critique
Artists often don't get together to formally critique each other's work, but it can be one of the best learning experiences. Hearing what someone else sees when they look at your work gives you new insight to what you make. Come participate in a formal critique of your work. Everyone who wishes to participate must bring one piece for critique.
Hendersonville
04 Apr 2013, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Location: Henderson County Arts Council - 401 N. Main St. #3, Hendersonville, NC
Topic: Arranging and Selling from Your Booth
Do you wonder if your booth has the optimum setup for engaging your visitor? Do you know what questions to ask your booth visitor? Come learn the answer to these and other questions. The basics of setups and sales techniques will be discussed.
Reservations are required. To register contact Yoko at 828.252.0121 x 303 or ymorris@handmadeinamerica.org
Get a link for HandMade in America and other NC art organizations on the NC crafts and Gallery Guide
January 19, 2013
HandMade in America Craft Lab: Finding Your Target Market
January 24, 6 PM - 8 PM at Energy Xchange- 66 EnergyXchange Drive in Burnsville, NC: Craft Lab - Finding Your Target Market. One of the challenges in the art and craft business is discovering who your customers are. In this FREE two hour seminar, learn some simple steps to help you identify your target market and how to reach out to them.
The majority of businesses spend 6-8 months targeting the wrong market. By the time they realize it, they have wasted a good deal of time and money. There will be several activities in this class which will give you something concrete to leave with and you will be on the way to being successful in selling your work.
To Register, email Robert Branch from Mayland Community College at rbranch@mayland.edu
The Crafts Labs are sponsored by HandMade in America.
The majority of businesses spend 6-8 months targeting the wrong market. By the time they realize it, they have wasted a good deal of time and money. There will be several activities in this class which will give you something concrete to leave with and you will be on the way to being successful in selling your work.
To Register, email Robert Branch from Mayland Community College at rbranch@mayland.edu
The Crafts Labs are sponsored by HandMade in America.
January 6, 2013
Soup and Conversation at the Toe River Arts Council
January 10 Soup and Conversation Enjoy delicious homemade soup and stimulating round-table discussion about HandMade Craft Labs and other events for the Arts Council Resource Center. 11 AM - 1 PM at the Toe River Arts Council in Spruce Pine, 269 Oak Ave, Spruce Pine, NC
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