Given the current global situation with COVID-19 and its impact on the daily and economic lives of creatives. we wanted to share a selection of resources for creatives that have been drawn from various artists organizations over the last few months.
These resources, links and descriptions come from Creative Capital, Foundwork, and Art Practical
Freelance Artists Resource - A list of resources specifically designed to serve freelance artists, and those interested in supporting the independent artist community, including actors, designers, producers, technicians, stage managers, musicians, and more.
Accessible Teaching in the Time of COVID-19 - Article by Vanderbilt professor Aimi Hamraie on how to successfully convert one’s class onto an online platform that acknowledged an array of accessibility needs.
Teaching Art Online Under COVID-19 - Essay on Hyperallergic reflecting on some of the difficulties all teachers are experiencing while moving their classes online, and some methods through which educators can move through them.
Online Art & Design Studio Instruction in the Age of "Social Distancing" - Facebook group for those teaching arts and design courses who have had to transfer their course material online to connect, share ideas and experiences, and collaborate.
Interdisciplinary Remote & Remote-Friendly Employers - This spreadsheet compiled by Rachel Meade Smith of Words of Mouth includes resources for seeking remote work, starting with a growing list of interdisciplinary remote-friendly employers. Sign up to receive Smith’s weekly newsletter.
Thinking About Livestreaming as an Artist? Read This First - Yara Travieso and Brighid Greene have a lot of experience working with different livestreaming platforms. We hear from them about what to consider when choosing a platform.
Common Field Artists Resources - Crowdsourced list of various useful resources and information for artists and arts organizers
Social Distance Gallery - Instagram-based outlet for student artists with cancelled BFA and MFA exhibitions
Art of Social Distancing - Instagram-based outlet for exhibitions affected by COVID-19
The Design Trust’s 28 Recommended Podcasts for Creative Businesses - “We asked our community to let us know what podcasts for creative businesses they are listening to, so here is a list of some of your favourite podcasts (for business and pleasure!) as well as our own recommendations.”