Strategies for Sustainability: Living Life as an Artist
DAN4143.01
Course Description
Summary
We have consistently seen that artists are lacking certain skill sets, tools and resources that would empower and strengthen their ability to create work, develop personal stability and envision longevity in a realistic way. How can we approach these issues in a holistic way that addresses the person and well as the artist? This course covers a range of topics that addresses the ability to create a quality of life, share access to resources, and redefine concepts of success. This class is open to artists in all artistic disciplines. Covered topics include: Healthcare Financial Literacy Housing | Homeownership Artist Statements | Mission Fundraising | Grant writing | Residencies Personal Wellness Time Management Conflict Resolution Principles for building a sustainable life Artist Advocacy Developing and sharing strategies and models Co-requisite: Dance or Drama lab assignment if students sign up for 4 or more credits in dance.Prerequisites
Permission of the dance faculty. For registration please contact dreitz@bennington.edu
Please contact the faculty member : edemyanenko@bennington.edu