QUOTES FROM PARTICIPANTS

"This workshop, given to enough artists, has the potential to change the culture of art and art-making for the better. You have provided incredible tools for success. Thank you all so much!!!"

"[The most valuable piece of information I learned was to] work smarter, not harder."

"...Even just days after the workshop, we're seeing the "Creative Capital Effect" happening here [in Houston, Texas]. Our group of artists are already staying in touch, making plans, and excitedly passing our experiences on to our friends and colleagues."

"It was wonderful to know that PCA heard our [artists'] requests. This was a great hands-on motivational workshop, a blend of art and small business skills. The speakers/facilitators were knowledgeable, articulate and clear. Best of all, they were genuine."

"[The emphasis on Strategic Planning] really addressed issues not covered in common art circles or presentations."

"Having the [Creative Capital] grantees participate as models of the program was very helpful. The tone is just right, not condescending, but supportive in a very positive way. Love it!!! This is a great concept. Thank you very very much!"

"I feel that this was a very successful introduction to absolutely necessary information to build a healthy/abundant life and career. I feel very fortunate to have been given so much information, encouragement and support and look forward to implementing these structures."

"[The Financial Planning Breakout Session was] wonderful! It was in a language we could understand and discussed points not thought of before! Excellent!

"Colleen Keegan inspired me to think large - [she has] a hypnotic effect. Jackie Battenfield threw out so many ideas so fast I feel compelled to think more flexibly. I appreciate the thought and specific recommendations Erika Blummenfeld brought to the [one on one consultant] session. Alyson Pou and all the Creative Capital staff and workshop facilitators [were] outstanding - articulate, knowledgeable, inspiring. I loved the interchange with other artists. [This was] a rare opportunity, a gift. Thank you to everyone at Creative Capital for giving so generously. Thank you to the North Carolina Arts Council for facilitating. This has been a priceless weekend."

"I am extremely impressed with the amount and quality of valuable info that was presented during the retreat. I would highly recommend this retreat to any artist, one with vast experience and one that is just beginning their career. It can be very beneficial to either."

"[The Targeted Marketing exercise] helped me to think expansively and without limits."

"Your workshop surpassed my expectations and was the very best I've ever attended (and I've been attending conferences for 25 years!)"

"This has been such an eye opener and was such a needed workshop here in Houston. I am telling everyone about Creative Capital."