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Have a story to share about business and arts partnerships or projects? We'd love to hear from you! Reach out to us at projects@businessandartsnl.com to share your experiences.
Tax Preparation for Self-Employed Artists: Q&A with James Lanning and Jennifer Collins of Keen
As a self-employed artist, you likely have some questions related to filing your taxes that are unique to your situation. If so, you won't want to miss our free, online workshop on September 25 with James Lanning and Jennifer Collins of Keen, where they'll answer all your burning tax-related questions.
Check out our Q&A with James and Jennifer for a preview!
Spotlight on (Un)Common Threads: Culinary Creativity
Ross Larkin and Celeste Mah of the popular St. John's restaurant Portage served up some tasty treats and inspiring conversation during Business & Arts NL's (Un)Common Threads: Culinary Creativity event in June, guided by Ted Blades. Read more in our Spotlight!
Spotlight on the Hew & Draw Hotel's Artist-In-Residence Program & Artist Susy Randell
If you've visited Corner Brook this summer, you might've spotted a vibrant splash of colour at the Hew & Draw Hotel's seacan bar at 55 West Street, courtesy of a mural by local artist Susy Randell. Read more about her work, and the hotel's artist-in-residence program, in our Spotlight!
Spotlight on the (Un)Common Threads Creativity & Innovation Summit: Q&A with Amy Henderson
Creativity is a free, unlimited resource that we all possess. And it's in high demand as the world and workplaces evolve. That's why Business & Arts NL is thrilled to host their upcoming (Un)Common Threads Creativity & Innovation Summit on November 7 at the Sheraton Hotel in St. John’s (including exciting keynote speakers and artists-in-residence). Learn more in our Q&A with our Executive Director, Amy Henderson.
Spotlight on the #PermissionToPlay Campaign
While some might feel timid about playing Business & Arts NL’s public pianos, we want everyone to feel comfortable sharing their talents - regardless of where they are on their musical journey. And we want everyone to have fun. That's why we’ve launched our #PermissionToPlay campaign.
Spotlight on Mallside Melodies
Through their Mallside Melodies initiative, the Avalon Mall in St. John’s is enhancing the shopper experience while highlighting and platforming talented local musicians.
Spotlight on Quidi Vidi Village Artisan Studios’ & Ulnooweg Foundation’s Craft Your Business program
When people and organizations work together in the spirit of collaboration, great things can be achieved. Quidi Vidi Village Artisan Studios and the Ulnooweg Indigenous Communities Foundation are showing how it’s done through their Craft Your Business program, which has provided young Indigenous artists with mentorship and the opportunity to build their business skills.
Spotlight on Public Art at the Pedestrian Mall
Since launching in the summer of 2020, the Downtown Pedestrian Mall in St. John's has become a much anticipated yearly event. This year, with funding from the province's Year of the Arts initiative, the City has introduced several new features to help enhance the space, including public art, markets and music on Water Street - all featuring local artists.
Spotlight on 62 Broadway & NL Venues
62 Broadway, a new arts hub in Corner Brook, is helping the local creative community flourish while growing local support and appreciation for the arts.
Spotlight on Nelson White & Fogo Island Arts
Artist Nelson White is no stranger to the local, national and international visual arts scene, with his work a part of private and public collections, including the Smithsonian's National Museum of the American Indian. Now, visitors and residents of Fogo Island will have a chance to experience White’s work, as part of his latest exhibition "Wutanminu - Our Community," hosted by Fogo Island Arts.
Spotlight on Women of the Land (NLOWE and Empowering Indigenous Women for Stronger Communities)
If you're looking to support Indigenous artists and creatives, a collaboration between local artisans, Empowering Indigenous Women for Stronger Communities and the Newfoundland and Labrador Organization of Women Entrepreneurs has made that easier. In our Spotlight, learn more about Women of the Land NL.
Spotlight on Artist Jessica Winters' "Tree of Hope" Mural
Thanks to a beautiful mural from Inuk visual artist Jessica Winters of Makkovik, Nunatsiavut (Labrador), those visiting the new Mental Health Unit at the Labrador Health Centre in Happy Valley-Goose Bay will receive a warm and comforting welcome.