Educational Resources
This list contains a variety of educational workshops and events as well as resources for artists. Events are listed in chronological order, and resources are organized by artistic discipline. We will continue to add to this list and invite you to submit any educational events or resources you know of to our RAC Resource & Opportunity Submission Form:
Educational Resources:
All Disciplines
The Field
Need help with your arts business, creative projects, or life preparedness? You’ve come to the right place! Find articles, templates, videos, questions and answers, and other helpful resources – by and for working artists like you.
https://www.thefield.org/knowledge-base/
Strategic Communication Planning Hub
Helping design communication strategies to advance your organization’s policy, advocacy and programmatic goals.
https://everychildthrives.com/strategic-communication-planning-hub/
Squarespace Courses
Easily create and sell a professional online course, from chefs selling cooking lessons to wellness instructors creating meditation videos and photographers teaching the basics of photography.
https://www.squarespace.com/ecommerce/online-courses/
Affordable Tool Lending Program for Greater Rochesterians
Tool Shed Hours & Location
The current Tool Shed hours are:
Monday — Closed
Tuesday — 3pm-7pm
Wednesday — 3pm-7pm
Thursday — 3pm-7pm
Friday — 3pm-7pm
Saturday — 10am-2pm
Sunday — Closed
Free Download - Artist Grant Proposal Template
Roc Arts United
Find educational resources, grant and resource opportunities, and calls for art here:
https://rocartsunited.org/opportunities-for-artists/opportunities/
PDF24 Tools
Free and easy-to-use online PDF tools that make you more productive.
Adobe Color Wheel
https://color.adobe.com/create/color-wheel
Adobe Color website is: https://color.adobe.com
How to Create Value Propositions
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ky67kLp1cOM
Event NY
Event management tool: https://www.eventeny.com/product/artist-vendor-exhibitor-management/
Resume Examples:
https://resumegenius.com/resume-samples/artist-resume-example
Mini Course for Artists: Your Guide to Launching Your First Website
https://brittanymreid.thinkific.com/courses/launching-your-first-artist-website
BLVCK DOOR
Since 2019, Blvck Door has served as an online platform that bridges the gap between creatives of color and employers who see the benefits of an equitable, diversified workforce. Find creative job opportunities, career resources, skill building opportunities, mentorship and more.
https://www.blvckdoor.com/creative-jobs
Art Rabbit
Born out of a love for contemporary art and visual culture, and from a recognised need for resources to find art events. For art enthusiasts, this means making art easier to find. For those yet to find their love for art, our aim is to make stepping into an art space less daunting. And for art professionals, we offer access to powerful tools to share, promote, and educate about art and your programmes.
Maneken
Maneken is an online editor for creating professional mockups using customizable templates. Users can drag, drop, and export media, with advanced tools available in the Pro version. Ideal for social media and marketing visuals, it also offers licensing for commercial use.
For details, visit Maneken's website
https://maneken.app/
Literary Arts
Music
How to Become a Freelance Musician in 6 Weeks
Whether you’re a musician looking to improve their side hustle, or you’re gearing up to take the leap into a full time career, this course is for you.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qa3MLGjPJ6Y
https://sallylouiseacademy.teachable.com/p/becomeafreelancemusician
DOPE X DEFAULT Artist Development Agency How to Become a Freelance Musician in 6 Weeks
Joi “Stwediopheen” Wynn - Now Accepting New Clients! In Person and Remotely!
Consultations
Recording
Mixing
Vocal Production
Songwriter
Songwriting Sessions
Grammy Nominated | BET Award Nominated | RIAA Certified Gold Engineer | Producer | Songwriter
To book your session: Call or text 818-473-5110 | Email DopeXDefault@gmail.com | DM @steweiopheen @dopexdefault
Performing Arts
Visual Arts
Freefaces.gallery
An online collection of some of the webs most unique fonts! They’re totally free!
https://www.freefaces.gallery/
Artwork Archive
Artwork Archive provides artists, collectors and organizations powerful tools to manage their artwork, career or collection.
https://www.artworkarchive.com/
Flower City Arts
Intro Photography Class:
https://flowercityarts.org/classes/intro-to-digital-photography-2023/
Take Better Pictures:
https://flowercityarts.org/classes/better-pictures-spring-2023/
Julio Montalvo (Artist/Photographer/WeShootFilms)
Private Photography Lessons
Phone: (585) 330-3025
https://instagram.com/weshootfilms?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=
Mark Watts
Private Photography Lessons
Phone: (585) 721-4825
Email: mjwattsphoto@gmail.com
Website: markjwatts.com
Instagram: markjwatts
https://www.facebook.com/mark.watts.319452
Online Portfolio Reviews & Consultancies:
Studio Photography Info:
Godox SK400 strobe
Godox SL60 continuous
How to use C- Stand
In-depth guide Xpro triggers for godox strobe light equipment
Which softbox to use?
How to set up a softbox?
Videography Info:
Two-Person Interview Setup
Better Interview Audio
MAG Library
Did you know that MAG has one of the region’s most extensive visual arts libraries? The Charlotte Whitney Allen Library is open to the public for browsing. MAG members and all K-12 and homeschool educators can borrow a wide variety of books for enhancing their teaching and learning experiences.
The library is open Wednesday-Friday, 1-5 pm, however, appointments are encouraged. Please contact the library at 585.276.8999 or maglibinfo@mag.rochester.edu to schedule a visit!
Life Framer Article by Kate O’Neill
https://www.life-framer.com/improving-your-photography-practice/
Upcoming Workshops and Events:
Marketing for Artists and Creatives
Jan 14 | 11AM - 12:30PM
Online
As an artist, how can you professionally and creatively develop content and build your audience, both digitally and through traditional channels? Whether you’re a visual artist, writer, performer, musician, or creative, marketing is an essential part of your work. Yet the process is often difficult: what is the best use of your limited time and resources, and can you make sure that you’re using your channels effectively?
To help you answer these questions, marketing expert Molaundo Jones, Director of Marketing and Community Engagement, Flushing Town Hall, will advise how to effectively utilize marketing tools in accordance with your career goals. The session will cover a host of strategies and techniques, focusing on digital marketing.
Time for Q&A will be provided.
NYFA is pleased to present this free online workshop in partnership with the Northern Virginia Local Arts Agencies (NVLAA), a collaboration of Alexandria’s Office of the Arts, Arlington Cultural Affairs, and ArtsFairfax.
Beginning Handbuilding with Zara Bronwyn Davis
Thursdays 6-8:30pm from Jan 16-Feb 20 (6 week course)
Little Sparrow Ceramics, 100 Boxart St, Rochester NY
This hand-building ceramics class is perfect for beginners. In this structured class, you will learn the 3 basic hand-building techniques of making pinch-pots, slab-building and coil building. For students with more experience, you may work more independently. (This is class does not teach throwing on the wheel.)
Zara Bronwyn Davis is a ceramic and fine artist, working and teaching in Rochester New York. She graduated from the Rochester Institute of Technology in 2019 with a BFA in ceramics. Zara was a Flower City Arts Center resident artist for three years, where she refined her skills and developed her current body of work. During 2020 she also began a small jewelry business, selling hand-painted ceramic jewelry locally (Shop One RIT and the Memorial Art Gallery) and online.
Zara has incorporated her love of painting, drawing, jewelry and fiber arts into her wider ceramics practice. Her work is intricate, detail oriented and aimed at showing the sumptuous nature of the body and strength of femininity. Recently, she has delved into the intersection between history, religion, storytelling and mythology – more specifically, the fascinating and frustrating portrayal of women in these domains.
Since graduating, Zara has taught a variety of classes and ages, enjoying the range of creativity and ingenuity each offer. Being multidisciplinary, Zara has taught an array of classes in ceramics, jewelry and mixed media. She especially enjoys encouraging and showing students how to incorporate multiple mediums to create pieces that are wholly unique. You may view Zara’s work on instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/zarabronwyn_/
Price includes 25lbs. of clay, dipping and brushing glazes, and firings. (Additional clay is available for purchase for $20/25lbs.)
Memorial Art Gallery Creative Workshop Classes
Various
Memorial Art Gallery, 500 University Ave
The Creative Workshop offers art classes for everyone, from absolute beginners to advanced artists, on a wide variety of topics. Check out our Fall classes!
Visual Studies Workshop
Sign up today at vsw.org and see the full list of workshops here.
Click here to learn more about internship opportunities at VSW
Railroad Street Classes
Various
Railroad Street Artworks, 3 Railroad Street Suite G, Fairport, NY 14450
Our friends over at Railroad Street Artworks in Fairport are hosting classes on a variety of mediums and practices. Check out Railroad Street Artworks Classes for details on each class.
Please reach out to info@railroadstreetartworks.org with any questions.
RAC Opportunities & Resources for Artists Submission Form
We continually aim to keep our Resource List comprehensive and up-to-date. If you have a resource that you believe should be included in our list, please submit it through the following link:
Disclaimer:
The resources listed on this page are provided for informational purposes only. The Rochester Artist Collaborative (RAC) does not explicitly endorse, recommend, or guarantee the accuracy, relevance, timeliness, or completeness of the information contained within these resources. Use of these resources is at your own discretion. We encourage users to conduct their due diligence and consult professionals when applicable. RAC is not liable for any harm or damages related to the purchase or use of goods, services, or resources accessed through any third-party websites listed here.
