News Item

Networking workshop with Christa Fairchild

July 20, 2012

gallerywest presents an informative workshop on networking by Christa Fairchild

"These workshops were created for the proactive artist who wants to earn a living doing their art. Artists from all levels and disciplines can find inspiration and practical advice that will help them define their game plan, keep on track, and cultivate a successful career as an artist."

Sunday, July 22, 1-4 pm

Make Networking Work for You: Making new contacts and making a good impression does not come naturally to everyone. This 3-hour workshop will give participants a chance to learn how to break the ice and create real relationships. We will address all aspects of networking: from planning, finding the right venue for you, what to do while at an event, and follow up.

about the speaker:

Christa Fairchild: speaker, consultant & co founder of Entreprenarts
Montreal-born artist Christa Fairchild is one of the few artists with a Master's degree in business (MBA). She has spent the last 15 years honing her skills in design, marketing, and communications. She is not only a business woman she is also an accomplished fine art photographer. As business woman and artist, as dynamic and outspoken public speaker, her work inspires others to create their own successes.

Event link on website

To register for this event please click the following link to purchase your ticket: http://gallerywestworskhops.eventbrite.ca

Media Coverage

ArtsNotebook Radio CentreVille 102.3 FM, Montreal

Artists and Business: Co-hosts Davyn Ryall & Stan Asher spoke with art business coach and lecturer Christa Fairchild from Entreprenarts. http://youtu.be/10561RgWaPM

The Gazette
MBA grad offers business 101 for artists: marketing their work, Evangeline Sadler (November 2010) http://bit.ly/MAN4ag

CBC Toronto Metro Morning
Artists and Business: Andy Barrie of CBC Radio Toronto spoke with Christa Fairchild. She hosted a three part workshop in Toronto. (October 2009) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KIIz4FRfo8I

CEDEC
Small Business Network Promotional Video featuring Christa Fairchild http://youtu.be/SLOOxsXNAzM

About the Gallery

gallerywest is a contemporary art gallery located at 1172 Queen St West, Toronto, Ontario. This ambitious new project space aims to provide a multi-diciplinary environment for emerging and established artists engaged in thoughtful ideas.

For programming and general inquiries please contact:
Evan Tyler, Director
• E: art@evantyler.ca

For all media/pr inquiries please contact:
Kathryn Kyte, Press Coordinator | gallerywest
• E: kathryn@1172queenwest.com

Categories: , , , , ,