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Business Skills for Creative Souls is the name of the artists' program at YES Employment + Entrepreneurs (formerly YES). The program is open to artists of all ages and artistic disciplines and offers a range of services to help artists develop the skills, tools and strategies to turn their artistic passion into an economically viable profession. To best meet the diverse and particular needs of our artist clients, this program works closely with other YES Employment + Entrepreneurship departments, which offers workshops and other services pertinent to artists.
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Upcoming events (4+)
See all- How To Curate Your Own ExhibitionEspace Louable, Montreal, QCCA$20.00
Cost to attend: $20.00
Please note: In order to attend this workshop, you must register using this link.
RSVPing through Meetup will not grant you access to this workshop.
As an artist, hosting an exhibition of your own work can be one of the most rewarding, yet equally challenging things you can do! From start to finish, it requires planning, due diligence, collaboration, and a lot of creative work.
This workshop is designed to guide you through the ins and outs of the various steps that go into the successful planning and execution of an exhibition! Moreover, it will provide those in attendance with gallery or cultural space perspective. You’ll learn what these stakeholders are looking for, how to speak their language, and how to break through and stand out compared to your peers when seeking the coveted space needed to host an expo!
Join us to gain the knowledge and strategies required to make your exhibition a standout success!
Speaker: Cassandre Brillant | Director, Espace Louable
Pre-registration is required.
In order to attend this workshop, you must register using this link. RSVPing through Meetup will not grant you access to this workshop.
This workshop is presented in English and is available in-person at Espace Louable, 3524 Rue Saint-Jacques, Montreal.
Please note that our upcoming workshop next Wednesday evening at Espace Louable, 3524 Rue Saint-Jacques, Montreal, coincides with an STM strike. More details on the strike are below.
We recommend arranging alternative transportation (car, bike, taxi, etc.) to attend.
STM info:
https://www.stm.info/en/info/service-updates/info-strike
Métro service:
6:30–9:30 AM, 2:45–5:45 PM, 11 PM–closing time
(*Stations gradually close as the last train passes. Check schedules for your station.)
Bus service:
Regular service 3–6 PM
No departures 6–11:15 PM
Back to regular service at 11:15 PMThis low registration fee is only possible thanks to our generous funders and partners.
- Jump Start Your Art & Financing OptionsLink visible for attendees
Free Workshop
Please note: In order to attend this workshop, you must register using this link. RSVPing through Meetup will not grant you access to this workshop.
Are you ready to take your artistic passion to the next level and make a sustainable living from your creativity? Jump Start Your Art is the perfect workshop for artists who want to build a business or career around their talent but need guidance on how to get started.
What You’ll Learn at Jump Start Your Art
In this free workshop, we’ll introduce you to the essential tools, resources, and strategies for launching your artistic career. You’ll discover key services offered by YES and other arts organizations in the community, as well as gain valuable insights into the arts industry. We’ll touch upon vital topics such as:
Industry Overview
Learn about the arts industry landscape, its challenges, and opportunities for growth.Marketing and Promotion Tips
Understand how to market your art effectively and reach a wider audience.Building Stakeholder Relationships
Discover the importance of cultivating relationships with galleries, clients, and collaborators.Navigating Funding and Grants
Get essential tips on how to understand the funding landscape and write compelling grant proposals.Personal Consultation for Artistic Growth
After the workshop, you’ll have the opportunity to meet one-on-one with an experienced artist coach who will help identify which services best suit your specific needs. Whether you’re a new artist or looking to grow your existing practice, our artist coaching is designed to provide personalized guidance and actionable next steps.One-on-One Artist Coaching
A free 15-minute session with a YES Artist Coach is available for new clients to explore the services that can support your journey. Existing clients can use this time to address any small issues in their creative practice or business.In order to attend this workshop, you must register using this link. RSVPing through Meetup will not grant you access to this workshop.
Please Note: This workshop is available as an online, live-streaming webinar. Individuals wishing to obtain entrepreneurship services are encouraged to first attend this free workshop.
Once you have registered, you will receive an email with instructions on how to log on a few hours prior to the start time of the workshop.
- The Artist's Money Map: Navigating Cash Flow and Budgets With ConfidenceYES, Montreal, QCCA$20.00
Cost: $20.00*
ENGLISH WILL FOLLOW
Pour assister à cet atelier, vous devez vous préinscrire en utilisant ce lien. Le fait de répondre « oui » sur Meetup ne vous donnera pas accès à cet atelier.
Cet atelier pratique vous guidera à travers les essentiels de la gestion financière de vos projets artistiques. Apprenez à suivre vos revenus et dépenses, à créer un budget réaliste et durable, et à surveiller efficacement votre flux de trésorerie.
Que vous soyez travailleur·euse indépendant·e, que vous gériez un studio ou que vous lanciez une entreprise créative, vous acquerrez les compétences nécessaires pour prendre des décisions financières éclairées qui soutiennent votre art et votre avenir.
Intervenant : Shayne Lovsin-Couture, spécialiste en finances et comptabilité
La préinscription est requise. Cet atelier est présenté en anglais et est disponible à la fois en présentiel et en ligne.
Pour assister à cet atelier, vous devez vous préinscrire en utilisant ce lien. Le fait de répondre « oui » sur Meetup ne vous donnera pas accès à cet atelier.
Si vous êtes inscrit·e à l’atelier en présentiel, veuillez vous présenter au bureau de YES, situé au 666, rue Sherbrooke Ouest, au 7ᵉ étage, 15 à 30 minutes avant l’heure de début de l’atelier.
Si vous êtes inscrit·e à l’atelier en ligne, vous recevrez un courriel contenant les instructions pour vous connecter quelques heures avant le début de l’atelier. Veuillez vérifier votre dossier Spam/Indésirables si vous n’avez pas reçu votre courriel d’instructions 1 heure avant le début de l’atelier.
Ce tarif d’inscription avantageux est rendu possible grâce à nos généreux bailleurs de fonds et partenaires.
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In order to attend this workshop, you must pre-register using this link.
RSVPing on meetup will not grant you access to this workshop.This practical workshop will guide you through the essentials of managing the financial side of your artistic projects. Learn how to track income and expenses, create a realistic and sustainable budget, and monitor your cash flow effectively.
Whether you are freelancing, running a studio, or launching a creative business, you will gain the skills to make informed financial decisions that support your art and your future.
Speaker: Shayne Lovsin-Couture, Finance & Accounting Specialist
Pre-registration is required. This workshop is presented in English and is available both in-person as well as online.
In order to attend this workshop, you must pre-register using this link.
RSVPing on meetup will not grant you access to this workshop.If you registered for the in-person workshop please present yourself at the YES office, situated at 666 Sherbrooke Street West on the 7th floor, 15-30 minutes prior to the start time of the workshop.
If you registered for the online workshop, you will receive an email with instructions on how to log on a few hours prior to the start time of the workshop. Please check your Spam/Junk folder if you have not received your email with instructions 1 hour prior to the start time of the workshop.
*This low registration fee is only possible thanks to our generous funders and partners.
- Jump Start Your Art & Financing OptionsYES, Montreal, QC
Free Workshop
Please note: In order to attend this workshop, you must register using this link. RSVPing through Meetup will not grant you access to this workshop.
Are you ready to take your artistic passion to the next level and make a sustainable living from your creativity? Jump Start Your Art is the perfect workshop for artists who want to build a business or career around their talent but need guidance on how to get started.
What You’ll Learn at Jump Start Your Art
In this free workshop, we’ll introduce you to the essential tools, resources, and strategies for launching your artistic career. You’ll discover key services offered by YES and other arts organizations in the community, as well as gain valuable insights into the arts industry. We’ll touch upon vital topics such as:
Industry Overview
Learn about the arts industry landscape, its challenges, and opportunities for growth.Marketing and Promotion Tips
Understand how to market your art effectively and reach a wider audience.Building Stakeholder Relationships
Discover the importance of cultivating relationships with galleries, clients, and collaborators.Navigating Funding and Grants
Get essential tips on how to understand the funding landscape and write compelling grant proposals.Personal Consultation for Artistic Growth
After the workshop, you’ll have the opportunity to meet one-on-one with an experienced artist coach who will help identify which services best suit your specific needs. Whether you’re a new artist or looking to grow your existing practice, our artist coaching is designed to provide personalized guidance and actionable next steps.One-on-One Artist Coaching
A free 15-minute session with a YES Artist Coach is available for new clients to explore the services that can support your journey. Existing clients can use this time to address any small issues in their creative practice or business.In order to attend this workshop, you must register using this link. RSVPing through Meetup will not grant you access to this workshop.
Please Note: Pre-registration is required. This workshop is available both in-person as well as online.
If you registered for the in-person workshop please present yourself at the YES office, situated at 666 Sherbrooke Street West on the 7th floor, 15-30 minutes prior to the start time of the workshop.
If you registered for the online workshop, you will receive an email with instructions on how to log on a few hours prior to the start time of the workshop.
Clients wishing to obtain artist services are encouraged to first attend this free workshop.
