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Attention Artists! Deadlines are fast approaching for the following creative opportunities. If you are looking for ways to expand your creative network, strengthen your entrepreneurial toolkit, showcase your musical talents, or simply get more involved in Houston's creative community - keep reading to learn how you can take action today!
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What Works Workshop + Artist INC Info Session
Wednesday, June 17 | 6:00-8:30 PM | 808 Travis St.
Open to creatives of ALL disciplines, this engaging session introduces the core concepts and tools explored throughout the 8-week Artist INC program and features working artists sharing the practical strategies that work when building a sustainable creative career.
Gain a clearer picture of what Artist INC has to offer in person at our free "What Works" Workshop and Info Session on Wednesday, June 17 from 6:30- 8:30 PM at Studio Eight08. Connect with fellow local creatives and discover opportunities to deepen your involvement in the community.
Presentation by Outspoken Bean and Dominique Royem. Panel discussion and Q&A with Artist INC Houston alumni: Emily Areta, Adam Castaneda, and Nique Roots.
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Special thanks to our venue sponsor: Studio Eight08. A creative campus by Emergent & Co, Studio Eight08 is a launchpad for bold expression, immersive experiences, and cultural impact. Our multi-space campus is a destination where culture meets intention and adaptability. Studio Eight08 is available for hourly space access, full-day and evening events, productions, podcast recording, corporate events, and brand activations—book the space that fits your use. We’re located in downtown Houston inside the Historic Esperson Building. www.studioeight08.co
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Artist INC Houston applications are open NOW!
Gain the practical tools, insights, and connections needed to take your career to the next level with this 8-week program created by artists for artists. Learn how to expertly run the business side of your creative practice with direct mentorship, lectures, group activities, and peer support weekly. Applications close Wednesday, July 8 at 5:00 PM CST.
LEARN MORE OR APPLY NOW
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Artist INC is a program of Mid-America Arts Alliance. The program is supported in part by an award from Mid-America Arts Alliance, the National Endowment for the Arts, and the state arts agencies, foundations, corporations and individuals throughout Arkansas, Missouri, Nebraska, Oklahoma, and Texas.
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Calling All Music-Lovers: Last Call for Participation!
Make Music Day: June 21 | Deadline to register: June 15
This year, we’re turning up the volume up on Make Music Day as Houston comes alive during Father’s Day Weekend and FIFA World Cup celebrations. Join the global celebration of free & accessible live music taking place right here in Houston in parks, plazas, galleries, cafes, businesses, and community spaces of all kinds all day on June 21.
Want to get involved behind the scenes? There’s still time!
Make Music Day Houston is powered by community participation, and registration remains open through June 15 for music-makers, hosting spaces, and volunteers. Whether you’re a solo artist, band, DJ, neighborhood business, arts organization, or community group, there are plenty of ways to get involved. No formal venue, stage, professional experience, or fee is required—just a willingness to share music, welcome audiences, and help make June 21 a day to remember
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Make Music Day Houston 2026 is made possible with support from: The City of Houston through Houston Arts Alliance, Houston Endowment, Jackson Walker LLP, Dee Dee Dochen + Paul Grossboard, JB + Marita Fairbanks, Houston Professional Musician Association, Houston Music Advisory Board, Villa Albertine, and the Consulat General De France
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Fresh Arts is supported by:
Art Colony Association * Art Houston Magazine * City of Houston through Houston Arts Alliance * HEB * Heimbinder Family Foundation * Houston Endowment * Mid-America Arts Alliance * Sesh Coworking * Texas Commission on the Arts * Arts District Partners * Friends of Fresh Arts Members * and our generous supporters and individual donors."
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For the past 20 years, Fresh Arts has empowered local artists and creatives of all disciplines with the resources and tools they need for personal and professional success and has worked towards building a supportive and accessible network that champions the artists who make Houston a more vibrant and creative place to live.
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