CLASS CONVOS X SECOND ACT - ONLINE ACCESS SESSION 5

CLASS CONVOS x THE SECOND ACT

A series of online talks with working class artists and industry professionals about art, access and class curated by The Working Class Creatives Database.

Thursday 24th October 2024

6.30pm - 7.30pm

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Our 2023 members survey revealed that many of our members faced challenges putting together portfolios, websites and applications. In this final event of the Class Convos x The Second Act series, the Working Class Creatives Database (WCCD) is thrilled to host a conversation with Jo McLaughlin, an art historian, curator, and the creator of Jo’s Art History Podcast. Jo will share her wealth of knowledge on how to navigate key aspects of an artist’s professional practice, including building a portfolio, designing awebsite, and applying to open calls with confidence.

Jo McLaughlin, currently Lead Curator at Acrylicize, a global art and design studio based in East London and NYC, collaborates with artists worldwide to create accessible and engaging art collections. With her passion for bringing art into everyday life, Jo will offer practical advice and strategies to help artists present their work effectively and seize new opportunities.

This session is perfect for artists looking to enhance their professional tools, whether you’re refining your portfolio, polishing your online presence, or seeking guidance on applying to exhibitions and residencies. Join us for an inspiring and informative conversation as we wrap up this series with practical advice for your creative journey.

Key Topics:

• Building and refining your portfolio

• Creating an effective website

• Approaching open calls and applications

This is the fifth and final event of our series and an essential opportunity to gain insight from Jo’s extensive experience in the arts.

All of our previous Class Convos Talks are available here