Public grant funding, such as that offered by the MCC, is one way to fund creative projects, but it's not the only way. Recently, this call for proposals was served up by Feast Mass, an organization that holds dinner parties as a way of catalyzing creative, community-based projects: Feast Mass is announcing an open call for proposals for the 7th Feast Mass on Saturday, July … [Read more...]
Pucker Up for Artist Opportunities
How many of your new year resolutions have already gone by the wayside? No need to let these artist opportunities melt away. Call for Artist Proposals - Frame 301 Gallery is currently accepting proposals for their alternative exhibition space. Frame 301 is a storefront window that has been converted into an alternative exhibit space on 301 Cabot Street in Beverly, MA. Each … [Read more...]
Phoenix on Microfunding
The Boston Phoenix has an interesting article on how microfunding is proving to be an effective alternative form of support for artists. Boston-based groups like Feast Mass, the Awesome Foundation, and the Cambridge Center for Adult Education's CSArt program aim to make community-sourced funding more democratic and accessible. In a cash-strapped economy where arts funding has … [Read more...]