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Discipline Red Lips Productions/Theatre

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Creative Manitoba strengthens, represents and connects Manitoba’s arts and creative industries.

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Thanks for sharing your knowledge and experiences with us, Grace Han! We left feeling excited and prepared to apply for all the amazing artist residency opportunities out there!
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Our last Artist Boot Camp with @mawawpg is November 27: Social Media for Artists with Cori Jaye Elston (@corijaye) Save the date!

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❗️Applications are now open for our Careers in the Arts Youth Group Mentorship Program (ages 16-19)❗️
Deadline to apply: December 13, 2019
🔥FREE for participating youth
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Apply now 🔗--> https://creativemanitoba.ca/programs/youth-mentorship/
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Choose from four mentorship streams:
-🎥Film Industry, with Winnipeg Film Group
-🎼Music Industry (The Biz), with Manitoba Music
-🎮Art & Design in Video Games, New Media Manitoba
-✍️Creative Writing, with Millenium Library
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Creative Manitoba’s Careers in the Arts offers youth the chance to participate in a choice of four different group mentorship programs. Each program offers 8 evening sessions and a final event/presentation. Led by an established lead mentor, each session features guest mentors who will introduce youth to all facets of their chosen creative discipline. Start dates vary depending on the chosen discipline, but programs generally start the last week or second last week of February.

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📣Thursday, November 14📣
Artist Boot Camp: Artist Residencies with Grace Han
7-9pm at MAWA, 611 Main St
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$10 for members of MAWA or Creative Manitoba; $20 for non-members. No need to register, just show up! People of all genders welcome!
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Artist residencies offer the opportunity for exchange, focussed work and relationship building with international peers in an informal manner that is unique. This workshop provides information on different residency models. How do you figure out if a particular residency is right for you? What questions should you ask a residency centre? How should you structure your time while you are there? Grace Han will offer tips on applying for residencies and securing arts council funding to help make them happen.
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Grace Han is a ceramic artist originally trained in Seoul, South Korea. She received a BFA from Dankook University, where she specialized in traditional Korean Ceramic techniques and skills, and an MFA from the University of Manitoba. She has participated in residency programs both short-term and long-term, sometimes located in natural settings and sometimes in big cities. She recently completed two concurrent exhibitions at Medalta in Alberta, as the conclusion to a long-term residency there.

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🎬THIS FRIDAY!📽
Part of @firstfridayswinnipeg
Join us for a night of films by local Indigenous filmmakers!
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FREE and open to the public
6-9pm
245 McDermot Ave
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Presented in partnership with the The Indigenous Filmmakers Association
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Schedule
6-7pm: Mix’n’mingle
7-8pm: Films
8-9pm: Director Panel/Discussion
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Film Screenings:
“No, I Don’t Have A Title, Stop Asking & Leave Me Alone” – Justina Neepin
“Skinny Kookoo: News from The Bay” – Joyce Delaronde
“No Luck Required” – Amanda Kindzierski
“Missing You” – Sarah Simpson-Yellowquill
“Caveat Emptor” – Olly King
“Becoming” – Charlene Moore
“Never Trust A Stiff” – Roger Boyer
“Hunger” – Rachel Beaulieu
“Aadizookaan” – Kale Swampy
“Tonight We Get Even” – Cody Blacksmith
"Bratya" - Chelsey Mark
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Photo still from “Missing You” by Sarah Simpson-Yellowquill.
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The Indigenous Filmmaker’s Association is a non-profit organization dedicated to the inclusion of the Indigenous experience in film, promoting societal dialogue, the empowerment of Indigenous filmmakers and public accessibility to our stories.

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We had a busy and fulfilling weekend gathering and learning from each other at Smoke Signals Indigenous Communication Conference and #ManitobaShowcase! We look forward to working with more rural and Indigenous communities and improving our programming to meet the needs of all Manitoban artists! Thanks to the people and organizations that make these conferences possible, including @mbartsnet @mbartscouncil @urbanshamangallerywpg @canada.council

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Tomorrow (Saturday) from 11am to 12:30pm, learn how to market and monetize YouTube videos from one of the industry's best! It is our second Arts Fundamentals workshop and this one is at our partner @manitobamusic's location at 376 Donald Street. Pre-register or pay at the door! $10 for Creative MB or Manitoba Music members.

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Wednesday's How to Teach an Art Workshop Artist Boot Camp with Christine Brouzes was a hit! We can't wait to see all of your workshops popping up in our feed! And if you are a Creative Manitoba member, you can add your event to our Members Events page at creativemanitoba.ca (under Opportunities) It may even be featured in our weekly newsletter! (If you email us, we definitely will.)
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Thanks again @mawawpg for partnering with us on these boot camps! Next boot camps: Artist Residencies with Grace Han (Nov 14) and Social Media for Artists with Cori Jaye Elstom (Nov 27). No need to register, but mark your calendar!

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TOMORROW: How to Teach an Art Workshop with Christine Brouzes
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Wedesday, October 16, 7-9pm, MAWA, 611 Main Street
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$10 for members of MAWA or Creative Manitoba; $20 for non-members. No need to register, just show up! People of all genders welcome!
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Often artists are asked to teach their medium, technique or craft, but have no experience in how to structure an effective workshop or course. This Boot Camp will present tools to help you impart what you know and will cover the virtues of setting the tone (ground rules), step-by-step learning, learning by example, hand-outs, PowerPoint and varying the rhythm of a workshop (teaching, doing together and doing independently). Teaching art workshops can be an important revenue stream for artists. Learn some skills in this area and increase your income!
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Christine Brouzes is an experienced workshop leader. At MAWA, she has shared her passion for beading with experienced and first-time beaders alike. Brouzes is a civil servant who works with families and is the director at Ikwe Safe Ride. She is a former Red River College instructor and early childhood educator, and was a lead facilitator at a MMIWG national round table. She practises sharing information and skills through careful preparation and clear, respectful communication.
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Presented in partnership with @mawawpg

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Expert Advice for Independent Artists - Fall/Winter program now open for bookings!
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Creative Manitoba is proud to offer members the chance to participate in our Expert Advice for Independent Artists Program, which provides access to personalized one-on-one coaching with arts professionals. Sessions are subsidized by Creative Manitoba and cost $30/hour.
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Only 4 spots available with each coach. Sign up at www.creativemanitoba.ca/expertadvice
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Monday, November 4: Social Media with Jen Doerksen
Wednesday, November 6: Authentic Branding with Reno Winston
Thursday, November 7: Marketing & Motivation with Jessica Dumas
Tuesday, November 12: Grant Writing with Bev Pike
Thursday, November 21: Artist Websites with Don Betts

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👋 Are you a rural artist? Do you want to take part in our Rural and Community Youth Mentorship Program? Proposals are now being accepted!
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Proposals are assessed as they are received. Find out more at creativemanitoba.ca/programs/youth-mentorship/ or email Jan Skene at jan@creativemanitoba.ca
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Creative Manitoba is seeking mentorship proposals in all artistic disciplines with an artistic, administrative, or technical focus. A mentor may work with an individual or 2-3 youth (ages 16-29) depending on age. Mentors are paid a $1500 honourarium for their 25-hour mentorship commitment. Organizations may receive $200 for setting up a mentorship partnership or offering facility space and supplies. Projects may take place over any period of 5–8 months between October and June. This program is intended for participants residing in communities outside of Winnipeg.

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Our AGM is tomorrow at 4pm! Please join us!
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Light refreshments will be served and our Annual Report will be available.
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We welcome all in the community, but please note that only paid members have voting rights.
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(First Fridays Panel: Selling or Selling out: Social media art marketing will follow at 6pm)

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💥First Fridays Panel: Selling or Selling out? Social media art marketing💥
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Join us tomorrow night (Oct 4, 6-7pm, 245 McDermot Ave) as we discuss all things social media for artists as part of @firstfridayswinnipeg!
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Moderated by Frances Koncan, our panelists are Joy Balmana, Franklin Fernando, and Larysa Musick. We will explore questions about promoting yourself online and how to balance your arts practice with the often stressful task of having an online presence. Free and open to the public. Coffee and tea provided.
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Head to www.creativemanitoba.ca for accessibility info. This panel will also be livestreamed to our Facebook page!

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Creative Manitoba will be closed tomorrow at 11:30am as we join @mbyouthforclimateaction for the General Strike for Climate Action!! ✊🏼✊🏽✊🏿
Friday, September 27, 12-5pm, Manitoba Legislature

#unitedforclimate

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NEXT WEDNESDAY! Artist Boot Camp: Maximize Your Money with Amanda Jordan, RBC Specialist
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Wednesday, September 18
7-9pm
611 Main Street
@mawawpg
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$10 for members of MAWA or Creative Manitoba; $20 for non-members. No need to register, just show up! People of all genders welcome!
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Need money-management skills in your life and arts practice? Get answers to all your questions about a topic we don’t always know how to broach. What is an RRSP, a GIC, and a Tax-Free Savings Account, and how should they be used? How can you lower service charges? Why is cash flow important? This “Advice Event” will be designed to answer the questions you bring. Learn the basics of investing, long- and short-term financial planning, budgeting, and how to maximize your accounts to save time and money.

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📣TICKETS ON SALE NOW📣
Seats are limited. Register early to guarantee a spot.
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October 25, 2019
9:30am-4:30pm
Marlborough Hotel
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SMOKE SIGNALS Indigenous Communication Conference is a gathering of community-engaged artists and arts leaders examining the importance of our Indigenous voices in the art and media world.
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We recognize the unique ability our Indigenous perspectives have to transform and galvanize community, celebrating our role as artists and acknowledging the importance of reclaiming our own narrative as oral historians. What is the historical role of artists within the Indigenous community, what are protocols for engagement, how does technology work within tradition?
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The day's discussions have been drawn from conversations happening locally within our community. In addition to the panels and conversations of the day, University of Manitoba Press will be onsite to offer their incredible selection of Indigenous subject and authored books for purchase.
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Coffee, tea, morning pastries and a light lunch included.
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Guest Speakers and panelists: Elder Albert McLeod, Kim Wheeler, David McLeod, Bret Parenteau, Rhayne Vermette, Jennifer Smith, Issa Kixen, Jade Harper, Lori Blondeau, KC ADAMS, Elizabeth Barron, Darla Contois, Niigaan Sinclair and more special guests to be announced!
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Schedule of Events
9:30 – 10am Registration, Light Refreshments
10 – 10:20am Opening Ceremony
10:20 -10:30am Opening Remarks
10:30 – 11:45am INDIGITAL – Technology and Traditions How does technology affect traditions and how are traditions effected by technology?
12am – 1pm Light Lunch Catered by the Marlborough Hotel
University of Manitoba Press on site
1 – 2pm Keynote Address – by Niigaan Sinclair
2:15 – 3pm ART SAVES LIVES – Why we create and how we can encourage our youth
3:15 – 4:15pm SAGE AGAINST THE MACHINE – decolonizing art practices, respectful engagement and preventing ‘tokenism’
4:15 – 4:30pm Closing Ceremony
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Tickets are $20 and can be purchased from the Creative Manitoba website.
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For more information please visit our website www.creativemanitoba.ca
or contact our Indigenous Program Manager
indigenous@creativemanitoba.ca

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Next Friday for September 6th First Fridays in the Exchange: Historical Ribbon Shirts by Iris Lauzon. Doors at 6pm, showing at 7pm, mix and mingle until 9pm. 245 McDermot Ave
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The Historical Progression of Ribbon Shirts is a series of 10 historically accurate ribbon shirts worn by Indigenous men throughout history. It focuses on the changing styles, and how design has been affected by the environment, the impact of settler influence, colonization, and fashions of the day. Fashion always follows some basic rules and within the context of Indigenous culture, we are no different. Indigenous Designers have always been around, but not always ‘labeled’ as such.
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Read more at www.creativemanitoba.ca

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Do you work in the arts and want to brush up on your management skills? Our Arts Management Lunch & Learn series brings you local arts sector knowledge from some of the best in the biz!
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Register and find out more at creativemanitoba.ca/artsmanagement_lunchandlearns
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September 11: BOARDS & GOVERNANCE
with Jackie Hunt, Executive Director of Volunteer Manitoba
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September 25: GOVERNMENT RELATIONS & ADVOCACY with Camilla Holland, Executive Director of the Royal Manitoba Theatre Centre
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October 9: MARKETING & DIGITAL MEDIA with Katie Inverarity, Director of Marketing & Communications for the Royal Manitoba Theatre Centre
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October 23: FUNDERS & GRANT WRITING with Kate Fennell, School Managing Director for Canada’s Royal Winnipeg Ballet
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November 6: FUNDRAISING & DEVELOPMENT with Katarina Kupca, Capital Campaign Director for Winnipeg Art Gallery
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November 20: PROJECT MANAGEMENT with Debra Zoerb, General Manager for Manitoba Theatre for Young People

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