The Business of Being an Artist

Juried shows, non juried venues to sell, weekly emails and bimonthly newsletter advertising workshops, classes, exhibits, programs; figure drawing and plein air sessions, monthly programs and more

Inspiring artists with art resources such as art magazine articles, videos, downloads & competitions. Learn how to draw and paint with top instructors!

Local nonprofit arts support organization.

The Arts Alliance is a leader championing, advocating and supporting the Arts and Creative Industries in Washtenaw County, MI —arts and creative individuals, organizations and businesses—to ensure that the greater Ann Arbor region remains a great place to create, live, work, learn, play and visit.

Local painter group/online art gallery

Small business assistance at no cost

Education, webinars and online conference for small business owners in creative industries.

Volunteer mentoring organization

Detroit-based national organization dedicated to transforming lives through the power of diversity in the arts.

Education and networking organization for women

Shared studio space

SEA is a program geared towards helping emerging visual, performing, literary, and media artists gain the resources and connections they need to be successful self-employed artists.

Begun in 1995, the National Association of Independent Artists (NAIA) is a membership-based 501c6 nonprofit trade organization that serves to enhance the economic well-being of people who exhibit their artwork at quality outdoor and indoor art and/or fine craft shows, encourage creative expression and artistic excellence, and expand public awareness, appreciation and acquisition of fine art and fine craft.