Art Workshops, Coaching Workshops, & Classes
To sign up for workshops or classes contact Fingado Art Gallery either though email at pamfingado@fingadoartgallery.com or call 510 -593 9081 (unless otherwise stated). Please sign up in advance for all classes to assure you will have a seat!
Preparing Your Art Work For The Marketplace and Overcoming Creative Blocks (NEW)
Spring and fall: See The Creativity Blog for dates and times.
We will start the morning by identifying ways in which you can support and nurture your creative self. Learn to recognize blocks to creativity, reduce procrastination and develop time management skills.
Then review preparing a portfolio (online or on paper). Go over resumes, biographies, and cover letters. Learn how to write an artist statement.
Receive a list of local resources and updates on local and alternative exhibition venues. Learn when and how to approach galleries. Build a support network for yourself, and join or start a critique group. Know the importance of a website and social media.
Establish steps towards selling and sustaining yourself as an artist in a challenging economy. Develop a business plan. Online websites and your art portfolios will be reviewed.
Coaching Workshops
This is an introduction to coaching. Learn about core strengths. Identify goals and dreams. Discover ways to support yourself during change. Start to develop a plan and strategies that achieve results. Become more confident. Learn techniques to release creative blocks. Ideal for individuals who are transitioning from a career, graduating from high school or college, re-entering the job market, returning from the military or preparing to retire or just retired.
Fall: To be announced. Suitable for groups of 8 -10 people.
Instructor: Pam Fingado. 2 classes- first class is free with second class sign-up.
Cost: 2.5 hrs each for a total of 5 hrs. $75.00
Location: Available for workshops at business and community locations
“Jumpstart” Coaching For Creative Individuals
Coaching for artists is available through Fingado Art Gallery. I use ‘Core Strength’ coaching which is based on positive psychology. I can assist you in achieving your artistic goals using strategies and research based on positive psychology adopted from "Authentic Happiness" by Martin E.P. Seligman, Ph.D. Call (510) 593 9081 or email for an free introductory appointment or more information.
Coach: Pam Fingado
Fee: Hourly rate and sliding scale.
Location: May be done over the phone, or at a convenient location