As part of our series on Creative Entrepreneurialism, we spoke with Shelby Feltoon, a practitioner, educator, and facilitator who curates for Cambridge Common restaurant; and Holly Heslop, co-owner of Cambridge Common and Lizard Lounge. Tell me about yourself and how you came to this curator role. What kind of business are you consulting with? Shelby: I came to Boston years … [Read more...]
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Chirping Artist Opportunities
Cross Sector Resource: Legal Basics for Artists. Creative Capital Artist Lab online courses are created by art professionals, industry experts, and fellow artists who share vital concepts, skills, and tools to help grow artists' careers. Courses are delivered through online lectures and discussions, videos, and text-based learning formats—and include exercises, best practices, … [Read more...]
Arts & Business Insights: Likemind Design
Artist and business owner Amanda Beard Garcia on shaping meaningful local collaborations Creative entrepreneurs – artists, designers, performers, makers, cultural innovators – are business owners who generate revenue, employ workers, pay taxes, and strengthen local and state economies. As part of our series on Creative Entrepreneurialism, we spoke with Amanda Beard Garcia, … [Read more...]
Budding Artist Opportunities
New England States Touring Grant The New England States Touring (NEST) funds public performances, readings, and screenings of work by regional artists presented by New England-based nonprofit organizations. Learn more. Deadline: April 1, 2026 Grant for Visual Arts, Performing Arts, Film, and Literature The 2027 Creative Capital Open Call seeks proposals from individual … [Read more...]
Patterning Artist Opportunities
Of Note: The Sound Health Alliance (SHA) is a network of organizations at the forefront of global music and health initiatives. They are working to elevate and advance music’s role in health and well-being by promoting research, sharing resources, and expanding public awareness. On March 27, 2026, SHA is launching the inaugural convening: Sound Health in Action: Arts and Health … [Read more...]