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  • What does the future look like according to 500 creatives?

    What does the future look like according to 500 creatives?

    Discover how 500+ creatives envision the future through sustainable practices, collaboration with technology, amplifying marginalized voices, and transforming education.

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  • Your Programme Failed, Now What? (Free Template)

    Your Programme Failed, Now What? (Free Template)

    So, your open call didn’t go as planned. Maybe entries were lower than expected, the timeline slipped, or feedback from artists, judges, or partners wasn’t as positive as you’d hoped. But this isn’t the end of your programme. It could be the turning point where things become clearer, stronger, and more aligned with your mission.

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  • Everything that could go wrong with your Award (and how to stop it)

    Everything that could go wrong with your Award (and how to stop it)

    Whether it’s marketing challenges, technical issues, or unresponsive judges, awards rarely go exactly as planned. This article covers solutions to the most pressing problems.

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  • Predictions for creative opportunities in 2025

    Predictions for creative opportunities in 2025

    Discover the top creative sector trends and predictions for 2025, from AI innovation to community-driven opportunities.

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  • Reframing Open Calls: How To Create Non-Competitive Spaces

    Reframing Open Calls: How To Create Non-Competitive Spaces

    In this article, we’ll explore how shifting perspectives on creative competitions could make them friendlier, fairer, and more inclusive spaces.

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  • How to Run a Good Program with Reduced Resources

    How to Run a Good Program with Reduced Resources

    This article shares practical strategies for organisations to run impactful creative opportunities like open calls and competitions with limited resources.

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  • How To Make Creative Networking Work For You

    How To Make Creative Networking Work For You

    ‘Networking’ is a word that can make introverted creatives feel uneasy. But in the creative industries, connecting with others is really important for building a successful career. Even if you prefer spending time alone, networking can lead to exciting collaborations, fun experiences, and helpful connections that push your creative journey ahead.

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  • Find The Best Creative Opportunities

    Find The Best Creative Opportunities

    Discover the best online platforms for uncovering creative opportunities, from open call listing sites to creative job boards. Explore our recommendations to jumpstart your creative career journey.

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  • The Best Sculpture made by Kinetic Artists

    The Best Sculpture made by Kinetic Artists

    Discover the avant-garde world of kinetic art through our curated list of the best emerging kinetic artists making innovative kinetic sculpture and installations.

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  • I Wish I Knew That: Selling My Work

    I Wish I Knew That: Selling My Work

    Are you an artist wondering how to sell your work? Take the advice of these gallerists, artists and creative coaches to make successful sales.

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  • Celebrating Pride Month: 10 LGBTQIA+ Resources To Inspire Your Creativity

    Celebrating Pride Month: 10 LGBTQIA+ Resources To Inspire Your Creativity

    Pride Month is an exciting time to highlight LGBTQIA+ creativity, celebrate spaces of self-expression and proudly continue to fight for equality.

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  • Creative Resources for Women’s Empowerment

    Creative Resources for Women’s Empowerment

    Creative women have been breaking barriers for centuries.

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