Finding that niche: Artists and Makers Conference 2016

Posted March 30, 2016 by Neil Arnold & filed under In the news.

…“I called probably a couple dozen island artists and said, what do you need from the Institute, what are we missing here? And they said, ‘Oh gosh, I really need to know about pricing,’ or ‘I could use some support on how to make a show booth.’ So, we said, OK, we’ll do it,” Vietze said.
The rise of the Internet and attendant websites and social media has given island artists and makers, as well as those in remote mainland communities, a way to get their work out to the world.

Archipelago’s Artist and Maker Conference caters to those in the creative economy

Posted March 28, 2016 by Neil Arnold & filed under In the news.

By Kay Stephens / Penobscot Bay Pilot
BELFAST — In recent years, the Midcoast has seen a number of events and conferences dedicated to uplifting those in the arts and creative economy and on April 1, Archipelago, retail side of the Island Institute, is bringing together artists and makers from around the state for a one-day event to offer networking, and practical tips and strategies to help people grow their small business.

Welcome to our blog

Posted August 19, 2015 by Neil Arnold & filed under Blog.

Welcome to the Island Institute’s blog. We’ll share interviews, photos, and stories from our staff, partners, and program participants about the issues facing our islands and coast and what we are doing to address them on a day-to-day basis. We’ll keep it informative and varied. Check back every week or so for new posts.

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