OFF THE KERB EDUCATION, LEARNING & MENTORING PROGRAMS

All classes are 1 hour in duration (with 15 minute Q&A). Bookings must be made prior to the session by emailing info@offthekerb.com.au. Classes are held at Off the Kerb.

PORTFOLIO REVIEW (ONE ON ONE CLASS ONLY)
-Price: $60 ( one hour review)
- A complete review and assessment of your collection of art work will be conducted
- Assessment of areas of improvement and resolution will be addressed
- Guidance on preparation of your body of work for exhibtion or presentation will provided

HOW TO WRITE AN EXHIBITION PROPOSAL
-Price: $45
-How to get exhibitions
-Writing an artist statement
-What to include in the proposal
-How to write an artist CV
-Support Material, do's & don'ts
-How to understand if your practice matches each Gallery's criteria

HOW TO MANAGE YOUR BUSINESS AS AN ARTIST
-Price: $45
-The A-Z of managing yourself as a prolific practicing artist will be covered in this class
-The importance of an ABN
-Tax Tips (get deductions and get more money in your pocket)
-How to self promote and market yourself
-How to network with other artists and Gallery Directors
-How to get sponsorship
-How to set up an appealing and effective website
-The importance of Mentors

HOW TO CURATE AN EXHIBITION OR LARGE SCALE PROJECT
-Price: $45
-The A-Z of curation will be covered in this class
-How to select and head-hunt artists for the show (the right mix and numbers)
-Networking skills
-Liaising and communication skills
-How to promote or brand the exhibition or project
-How to write a press release
-Exhibition Invitation and Catalogue preparation
-Budgetting and Timelines
-Install Day
-De-install Day
-Opening NIght Preparation

PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE TALKS
-Price: $200
-University, TAFE and School Groups may book for professional practice talks at the gallery by emailing info@offthekerb.com.au
-What is an Artist Run Initiative
-How are exhibitions curated
-How do artists get exhibited at Off the Kerb
-What is the artis's intention
-Marketing and Promotion
-Grants and Funding
-Conservation issues
-Working with Councils for permits etc