WORKSHOPS & TRAINING
professional development WORKSHOPS
The Santa Barbara County Office of Arts & Culture is proud to offer free professional development workshops for artists and arts organizations, led by artist and facilitator Adrienne De Guevarra. These workshops are designed to support creative professionals in building sustainable careers and navigating key aspects of the arts sector.
All workshops will take place at
CoLab Coworking Space
La Cumbre Plaza – 121 South Hope Ave, Santa Barbara, CA 93105
Click the links below to learn more and register:
Funding & Grants Work Group – July 22, 2025 | 6–8 PM
Explore grant opportunities, proposal strategies, and budgeting basics in this collaborative, hands-on session.Legal Considerations – August 26, 2025 | Time TBD
Learn about intellectual property, contracts, and other legal essentials for creative professionals.Pricing Your Artwork – September 21, 2025 | 6–8 PM
Understand how to confidently price your work by evaluating time, materials, and market context.Marketing Your Artwork – October 19, 2025 | 6–8 PM
Discover effective strategies to promote your art, build an audience, and enhance your visibility.
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GRANT WORKSHOPS
Grant workshops are free, but require advance registration.All applicants are required to attend a workshop to apply for both City and County grants. Click on a date below to register for the workshop.
City of Santa Barbara Cultural Arts Grant Workshop
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WHAT IS FISCAL SPONSORSHIP?
CALIFORNIA ARTS COUNCIL GRANTS
CROWDFUNDING DECODED