Here is a listing of artist workshops, grants, and call for arts put out by other Connecticut arts organizations and programs. Many of the listed gallery shows & openings, include the work of our Lyme Art Association (LAA) members.
LAA Members: please contact Jolie at jolie@lymeartassociation.org, if you would like to have the non-LAA gallery exhibit listed below.
Workshops for Artists
Free Professional Development Workshops Online & In Person
The Connecticut Office of the Arts (COA) partners with Assets for Artists (A4A) to provide workshops for creative entrepreneurs. Workshops are available to New England artists of all disciplines. All of our workshops are, as always, totally free and open to artists of all disciplines in Connecticut (and the rest of New England). All workshops are recorded unless otherwise noted and approved workshop registrants will receive access to the recordings.
Visit A4A’s website to see their workshop schedule: www.assetsforartists.
Upcoming Artists Workshops
“Beyond Arts Grants: Creative Solutions for Project Support” w/ Yara Liceaga-Rojas
Tuesdays, January 13, 20 & 27, 2026 | 12 – 2 PM
After this introductory-level workshop, participants will better understand how they can define the work they are already doing as a fundable project, how to talk about that work with stakeholders, how to integrate care practices when developing a project, and tips for securing the necessary funding.
Suitable for artists of all disciplines. 25 participants max.
http://assetsforartists.org/workshops/#yara
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“Art of Licensing” w/ Allison Cole
Wednesday, January 14, 2026 | 12 – 2 PM
In this workshop participants will learn about the industry of surface design and art licensing, and discover how artists can get their designs on a wide variety of products by partnering with different companies.
Best suited for visual artists. 30 participants max.
http://assetsforartists.org/workshops/#allison
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“Cultural Organizing for Artists” w/ Shey ‘Rí Acu’ Rivera Ríos
Wednesday, January 28, 2026 | 6 – 8 PM
This workshop will present participants with various ways in which artists can collaborate with local organizations, municipalities and other partners, in projects that strengthen the well-being of our communities and build more robust cultural ecosystems.
Suitable for artists who are interested in incorporating community-based work and/or cultural strategy into their creative practices. 25 participants max.
http://assetsforartists.org/workshops/#shey
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“Essentials of Digital Marketing” w/ Francesca Olsen
Wednesday, February 11, 2026 | 2 – 4 PM
In this workshop, Francesca will cover the basics of digital marketing for artists, including the importance of branding, audience building, effective social media, SEO optimization, and website best practices.
Suitable for all artists who already have a basic understanding of social media. 100 participants max.
http://assetsforartists.org/workshops/#francesca
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“Power of Websites” with Jessica Burko
Wednesday, February 25, 2026 | 6 – 8 PM
Whether you have an existing site or you’re developing one for the first time, this workshop covers essential principles of design, organization, and usability for boldly sharing your work with the world.
Best suited for 2D & 3D visual artists. This workshop is focused on design principles and user experience, and will not cover the nuts and bolts of online sales, SEO, or the logistics of webhosting. 40 participants max.
Grants for Artists
No information at the moment. Check back later for updates.
Call for Artists
Oxford Nature-Art Walk Festival
June 7 th , 2026
Call for Artists: The 2026 Oxford Nature and Arts Festival vendor application is now available to complete and submit. Applications will be curated to ensure the vendor fits within the nature and arts theme. Once capacity is reached, a waitlist will be created.
Vendor Application – Deadline March 30 – we will contact you within 1 week after deadline
Vendor Space: 10ft space, half on sidewalk, half on grass.
- Bring your own table/chair $35 Donation
Set up for Plein Air along the Little River Preserve – $10 Donation – Provide your own Easel, Materials
and Camera (no tables)
Vendor Table Locations: This year, both sides of the road will be on the Side Walk/Partly Grassy and also on walkways slightly within the Little River Nature Preserve.
Location: Oxford Road in Front of and also Across from Town Hall, Center Fire House, Grange and
Annex (Old Center School)