CreativeGround Journeys
“We utilize CreativeGround to discover teaching artists and community organizations with whom we can collaborate on programs.”
“As I learn what it takes to engage with life as a solo artist, CreativeGround has been an invaluable way to explore how other artists connect with themselves, their work and the world. I also look forward to reaching out for collaboration through CreativeGround!”
“CreativeGround is the starting point for presenter collaborations, because we can easily see who has the special designation of APNNE or NEP member. It is also a facilitator between presenters and artists helping us know how to support each other better. It is an invaluable tool.”
“The Camden Opera House is grateful to be a part of CreativeGround for a host of reasons – it’s invaluable to be connected with a large, rich network of artists and art providers and supporters. We can learn from, and be inspired by our colleagues, be made aware of funding opportunities, and upcoming events.”
“I’ve really enjoyed being able to access the profiles of similar minded artists through CreativeGround. By familiarizing myself with other portrait artists I’m able to inform my own work.”
“CreativeGround provides the opportunity to highlight my ancestors, their great contributions and tell my stories based on truth. I can illuminate the continuous lineage of Black Women who fought for themselves and their communities to have better lives.”
“CreativeGround has helped us discover artists to present AND provided an amazing opportunity to apply for funding from NEFA to present them. ”
“Dance in the Schools used CreativeGround as our website for several years. There’s something to be said about the gathering and mapping of who is here doing the work, and this platform has been a huge resource for doing just that.”
“I am new to Creative Ground, but like the amount of information you can put on your profile. I am new to the area and have been using it to explore a new network, find creatives to work with and hopefully be connected with resources for creative opportunities and future endeavors!”
“The CreativeGround site provides a nice complement to my artist website. Exposure for my art in the larger New England marketplace is so important for me now that I'm earning a living as a full time artist and consultant. I appreciate being able to proudly share my basketry as distinctly Native American. ”
“Creative Ground is a great place to be seen and be found. I love the ease of updating my profile, making it a go-to place for me. It is a great springboard for folks looking for talent, where potential patrons can look at your work, see who has hired you, learn about your methodology and skill sets. I also enjoy looking at other performers and presenters, especially those not in my own field. I find that people in other arts and disciplines can inspire me, give me ideas I might not have found or otherwise thought of. And I can also see what my fellow colleagues are up to; always nice to see people succeeding in their chosen field!””
“A free, media rich, easy to navigate, online directory service available to the arts community of New England and beyond - what's not to love? CreativeGround offers an easy, step-by-step format for artists to set up and maintain a visually-rich profile with images and links to social platforms and external websites. Did I mention it's free?”
“I manage both adult and family programs for the very unique Springfield Museums. On countless occasions I have used the site to search for performers for family programs. By putting in a simple keyword it generates a great list of suggested performers. I have also used it to find someone to give a lecture. I always mention creativeground.org to new presenters and performers when they visit our Museums and tell them to sign up to be NEST eligible. It’s wonderful to such a valuable resource to help find talented local people.”
“The Puerto Rican Institute for Arts and Advocacy finds it a pleasure to work with CreativeGround in networking with other artists from New England. It makes it easy to find and connect with artists and bring them to Rhode Island for our events.”
“The CreativeGround website is a great way to promote your art and what you are doing, especially if you have a limited marketing budget. It allows you to put together all the important pieces of describing your work in a concise and easily accessible format for both the artist and the presenter. Photos, videos, venues that validate your work and experience. I love it!!”
“I found out about CreativeGround through the Vermont Arts Council. It's hard to spread the word about what you have to offer as an artist, but this site gives people a one-stop spot to search for any artistic talent they might want. I also like the idea of an online arts community where artists and makers can help each other. For example, I have projects in mind that I don't have the skills to do entirely myself, but I can use the directory to find possible collaborators. And now other artists can find me if they're looking for a collaborator, too!”
“CreativeGround is a great tool to document my artistic vision and engagements in a marketable format. I like its accessibility - I am inspired in learning how other amazing regional artists network and present themselves through the site.”
“CreativeGround was incredibly helpful when my partner, Taibi, and I were putting together our NEFA New Works application for our project, A Pageant for Providence. It helped us highlight our work, and check out the work of other artists and organizations in the area.”
“CreativeGround is a great resource for identifying teaching artists and collaborating with other organizations in Vermont and across New England.”
“Whether re-connecting with familiar faces or discovering something new, CreativeGround is a really useful destination for a healthy dose of perspective. A poignant reminder of the rich, varied and fertile talent I’m surrounded by, it’s also a practical tool for building relationships that at once nourish my efforts and deepen my sense of community. ”