Resources for Artists
Creative opportunities are coming your way! If you have a resource or learning opportunity to share, email marketing@artsaoa.com for consideration to be featured below.
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Each year, artists working in 2D mediums are invited to enter their works depicting local and regional landmarks for the chance to be featured in an exhibition and win cash prizes.
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The N.C. Arts Council-sponsored Artist Support Grant provides regional creatives the opportunity to submit projects for consideration for financial assistance of up to $1,200.
Artists of all areas and mediums working in Bertie, Camden, Chowan, Currituck, Gates, Hertford, Pasquotank, and Perquimans counties are invited to apply.
Applications are currently closed. Stay tuned for the 2025-2026 Artist Support Grant applications, to be announced later this year.
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If you’re an artist putting your work out into the world, the chances are that someone has asked you for a bio and/or an artist statement. Sometimes, it’s hard to know where to start when it comes to talking about yourself and your art. Here are some resources to help:
Writing an Artist Biography vs an Artist Statement and Why You Need Both (Frame Destination)
The Gallery's Guide to Writing Good Artist Bios (Artland Magazine)
How to Write an Artist Statement: 5 Questions to Get You Started (Create Magazine)
8 Artist Statements We Love- (The Art League)
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Want to drop off your work with more efficiency? Download the intake form, fill it out at home, and simply drop off!
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Are you a visual artist hoping to sell your work in the AOA gallery? Bring us a new artist application and samples of your work to be considered!
