How Chicago’s DanceChance is reimagining the artist grant
DanceChance offers choreographers the opportunity to win $4,500 via random draw. It’s part of a movement to democratize arts funding.
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The WPA-inspired, living wage program for artists offering much needed stability and support
Artists at Work is a workforce resilience program that has provided a salary and benefits to dozens of artists across the U.S. It’s part of a burgeoning movement to value and pay artists fairly.
A Chicago dance company dedicated to community and collaboration
I talk to choreographer Stefany Cotton about the evolution of the Rooted Space and the needs of dance artists in the city.
How an Omaha art space is shaping the future of the city's scene
Brigitte McQueen launched the Union for Contemporary Art in 2011. Over 13 years, it's become an inclusive and welcoming space for local artists, and has left a lasting impact on Omaha.
Artist $napshot: Charlottesville-based poet and spoken word artist
"If your name here doesn't have that MFA with it or behind it, then you're definitely not getting as many opportunities or even being respected as much."
Artist $napshot: Austin-based dancer and choreographer
Less than 2% of this dancer's income comes from her art practice.
Artist $napshot: LA-based painter and illustrator
"The strain being felt from stagnant wages and crushing debt feels like it's reaching a fever pitch for most low-middle income Americans and artists especially."
Artist $napshot: Chicago-based painter and photographer
This artist is involved in the DIY scene and shares the importance of community in the arts.
Artist $napshot: Phoenix-based performance artist
"It feels incredibly unsustainable to do the artist grind, but I don’t want that to scare me."