Professional Development
Repositioning: teaching and learning in the visual arts
The fifth National Visual Art Education Conference (NVAEC) saw teachers, artists and curators gathering to share ideas, inspire each other…
10 tips for combining work and study in the arts
Be realistic and get organised. From timeboxing to flexible jobs, these ideas will help you find balance and reduce the…
To leave, or not to leave – this is the question
Three creatives reveal how the grass is greener where you water it, and how their arts practices were enhanced by…
5 considerations for your arts practice in 2024
Tips and resources for those starting out their arts practice, transitioning or looking to make it a full-time career.
6 questions you should be ready to answer to smash that job interview
Timothy Colin Bednall details some of the most commonly asked job interview questions and how best to answer them.
How to leave a job in the arts without burning bridges
Setting the house alight as you walk away looks good in movies, but in life it's best to leave nicely…
What we learned: top 10 career lessons from 2023
Forget quiet quitting and quiet firing. This year it was all about having better conversations – about money, mental health,…
How to pitch your work to a festival director
Three festival directors offer tips on pitching your art for inclusion in their events.
Setting in motion: what Ireland’s basic income pilot could mean
The success of the national campaign that established Ireland’s Basic Income for the Arts pilot scheme offers a range of…
So you want my arts job: Art Teacher, Costume and Jewellery Designer
Anna Kolusniewski runs a successful business teaching art classes for children and adults, while also creating stunning wearable pieces on…