Artists 360 combines grantmaking and professional development to strengthen the careers of individual artists of all disciplines in Northwest Arkansas. Artists 360 returns for its fifth year and announces free workshops and information sessions for student artists at area colleges and universities.
John Brown University – Siloam Springs | WVAE #270 | 2000 West University Street
April 11, 2022 – 1 p.m.
NorthWest Arkansas Community College | Integrated Design Lab | One College Drive
April 12, 2022 – 10 a.m.
University of Arkansas – Fayetteville | Nadine Baum Studios, 505 W. Spring Street
April 13, 2022 – 5:30 p.m.
University of Arkansas – Fort Smith | WB 107 – Windgate Theatre
Friday, April 15, 2022 – Noon
These sessions are both a professional development workshop for artists and information session about the Artists 360 grant program, including tips on grant writing, the submission process, and Q&A. This session is open to university students and presented by David Wayne Reed (Constituent Engagement Specialist, Mid-America Arts Alliance).
Offering grants of $1,500 for student artists, and more, Artists 360 includes learning opportunities to develop entrepreneurial skills and build sustainable careers, creating a network of leading regional artists in Northwest Arkansas. Applications for Artists360 open on May 1, 2022. For more information about the program, please visit www.artists360.art.