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Recent posts about the creative process, support for individual artists, and new art in Massachusetts.

Arts & Business Insights: Likemind Design

April 24, 2026 Leave a Comment

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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...]

Chiseled Artist Opportunities

April 21, 2026 Leave a Comment

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Cross-Sector Resource: Need food? A local food bank can help you put food on your table so you don't go hungry. Find a local food bank. Greater Lowell Artists Wanted for the Arts Elevate Training Program The Greater Lowell Community Foundation invites greater Lowell artists to join Arts Elevate's Artist Training Program, a comprehensive training experience that prepares … [Read more...]

Acrobatic Artist Opportunities

April 14, 2026 Leave a Comment

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Call for Public Mural The Norwood Cultural Council (NCC) invites artists (or teams of artists) to submit design concepts for Many Stories, One Norwood - a public mural celebrating the diverse past, present, and future of our town. Contact norwoodculturalcouncil@gmail.com with your ideas.  Learn more. Deadline: April 22, 2026 Craft Artists Applications are currently being … [Read more...]

Artists: Get Found on CreativeGround

April 8, 2026 Leave a Comment

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Mass Cultural Council has been working to make deeper connections between the cultural community and other sectors in the Commonwealth. As we meet with leaders in transportation, housing, hospitality, and more, the question arises, "If I'm interested in working with local artists, where can I find them?" That's where CreativeGround.org comes in. If you're a local artist and … [Read more...]

Artist Opportunities for All

April 7, 2026 Leave a Comment

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New: A People's Guide to the Revolution In celebration of the nation's 250th anniversary, Mass Humanities is publishing a monthly series called “A People’s Guide to the Revolution,” a special newsletter created by their staff, board, and the communities they support. Check out their website and social media platforms for upcoming events, original essays, and digital media that … [Read more...]

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