Craft delivers tailored professional development programs in partnership with councils and arts organisations, designed to meet the needs of artists, makers and creatives in your community.
Whether you require a one-off workshop, career mentoring or a year-long professional development program, we can customise our offerings to align with your budget and goals.
Our expertise
For over 50 years, Craft has been a cornerstone of support for thousands of artists. As a not-for-profit organisation, we are committed to nurturing talent, building capacity and fostering creative leadership.
We provide engaging and practical professional development covering a range of topics, including:
- Exhibition and portfolio development: Critical feedback on creative practice.
- Retail readiness: Preparing makers for selling in commercial spaces, including how to price work and approach retailers.
- Communicating and marketing: Writing with clarity and developing a strong online presence.
- Financial and legal literacy: Understanding insurance, contracts, budgets and copyright law.
- Grant writing: How to find and apply for funding successfully.
Tailored to your needs
We work closely with organisations to design programs that address specific challenges and opportunities. Our approach includes:
- Coming to you! We know this is the best way to encourage community building and participation.
- Customised content to suit different skill levels and practices.
- Practical and expert advice on industry best practice.
- Interactive sessions to support relationship building and networking.
- A welcoming, inclusive approach.
Who we’ve worked with
We have partnered with a range of councils and arts organisations, including Creative Ballarat, City of Casey, City of Hume, City of Greater Bendigo, Finders Keepers Market, and more.
“The most valuable thing I took away from the program was clarity and confidence. Before joining, I felt unsure about my direction as an artist, but the program helped me define my goals and understand my place in the art world.” – 2024 Program Participant
Get in touch
Contact us to discuss how Craft can support your creatives.
Phone: 03 9650 7775
Email: Craft@Craft.org.au