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Visit Cherokee Nation offers a variety of workshops led by experts in a wide range of disciplines in the arts. This workshop series was made possible by the Cherokee Artist Recovery Act. Signed into law by Principal Chief Chuck Hoskin Jr. and Deputy Chief Bryan Warner in 2022, the act aims to give relief to Cherokee artists negatively impacted by COVID-19. The act invests in artists through the acquisition of authentic Cherokee art, cultural classes, market support and facility enhancements.
All are welcome to participate. Due to their popularity, workshop classes fill up quickly and availability is not guaranteed.
New classes are added throughout the year to continually offer new subjects and learning opportunities. Follow Visit Cherokee Nation on social media for the latest information surrounding Cherokee Artist Workshops.
Connecting with Customers Online: MaryBeth Timothy
MaryBeth Timothy, a Cherokee Artist and co-owner of MoonHawk Art, leads a class on the various techniques and strategies for engaging with your online customers. Discover how to utilize tools such as Canva to create templates for ads and social media posts. Learn how to harness the power of social media to showcase your work and connect with customers and master outreach through livestreams and email platforms. These are just a few of the many useful skills MaryBeth will cover in this class. If you are looking to take your small business to the next level, sign up today.
Cherokee National Treasure Vivian Cottrell, renowned for her mastery in the art of basketry, is sharing her knowledge on the best practices for taxes and reporting as an independent artist. This class will cover how to set up and file sales tax reports as well as record keeping requirements and income tax filing tips. Come join Vivian and get confident about doing your taxes. Secure your spot in class.
Artist Troy Jackson, a Cherokee National Treasure for his work in pottery, often times creating large pieces from clay and metal, brings his knowledge and skill to the Cherokee Arts Center as he leads a class on taking your clay pieces to a bronze sculpture. This workshop session will introduce twelve basic steps on how to produce a bronze sculpture from start to finish. It will include information on the materials, tools and supplies needed to make the transition as well as what is expected from both the foundry and you as the artist. If you have any interest in learning this process, this is a can’t miss event. Join Troy and reserve your spot in class today.
PRODUCT DIVERSITY: MaryBeth Timothy
MaryBeth Timothy, a Cherokee Artist and co-owner of MoonHawk Art, is leading a class with techniques and strategies on how to boost your art business and reach more customers through product diversity.
Join the two-hour class to discover tips and best practices on sublimation, print-on-demand, licensing, illustrating, surface design and education, and how each facet will benefit your art business. Discover how important product diversity is to significantly increasing revenue streams and broadening your customer base.
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