CRAFTING A PROFESSIONAL CAREER IN THE ARTS: AGAINST ALL ODDS
In this documentary series professional invisibly disabled Edmonton based artists in a variety of mediums are interviewed. Each artist shares their story, advice and inspirational thoughts for those who are just getting started in their artistic career. The episodes also garner advice for artists at any level from a variety of community supports available to Edmontonians. Interviewees included are artists, gallery owners, craft organizations, show promoters, store owners, City representatives and not-for-profit businesses.out.
“ My advice is that you learn from other artists from what they do, and they'll actually give you some advice as well”
-Glen Nipshank
In Episode 7 Tanner interviews two artists, as community supports, and gets their advice for upcoming artists. A master at creating pottery and visual arts, Glen Nipshank, who has exhibited in galleries, had an agent who promoted his work and did the biggest art markets in North America. The second part of the episode features Megan from Tizzy’s Treasures who offers advice for new artists starting out who may not know where to begin their career, how to display their work, how to approach boutiques and how to manage anxiety as a vendor.
“If you're looking to get into doing craft shows, definitely do your research into all your local shows.”
-Megan Vanalstine
Behind the scenes with Megan Vanalstine
To view her work you can check our her website at: https://www.tizzystreasures.com/
To view or purchase Glen Nipshank’s work it is available from the Bear Claw Gallery - 10403 124 St, Edmonton
bearclawgallery .com/ (no spaces) and the Royal Alberta Museum
Glen Nipshank’s pottery