Arts Writing for Artists

This workshop supports artists to develop clear, professional written materials that are required for applications, opportunities, and online presence. Professional arts writing provides the foundation for pricing, marketing, and industry engagement.

Key Topics

● The role of professional writing in arts practice

● Structuring an artist CV

● Writing a clear and current artist bio

● Artist statement frameworks

● Adapting writing for different professional contexts

● Support materials

Activities

● Guided review of participant bios and CVs

● Artist statement framework exercise

● Optional peer discussion

Outcomes

Participants leave with updated, professional documents and practical frameworks they can reuse.

Please note: Participants are encouraged to bring a fully charged laptop so they can work in real time on the supplied documents and templates during the workshop. Printed copies will also be available for those who prefer to work by hand.

Duration: 2 hours (including short break and 15-minute Q&A)

Location: Falcon Library, Cnr Flavia St & Cobblers Rd, Falcon WA 6210

Date: Saturday, 8 August 2026

Time: 10am-12pm

Cost: $20

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Accessibility: wheelchair accessible, open to accommodations for accessibility needs

Acknowledgements: this workshop is presented by ArtSupport Australia as part of the City of Mandurah’s Creative Learning Calendar program.

Meet the Facilitator

ArtSupport Australia is a professional development initiative supporting artists, arts workers, and arts businesses to build sustainable, long-term careers in the arts. The initiative delivers workshops and learning programs focused on professional skills, business development, and navigating the arts sector.

Founded by Sophia D’Urso, ArtSupport draws on over ten years of experience working across galleries, festivals, art fairs, local government, and live performance venues within the Australian arts sector. This experience informs workshop delivery and refl ects both artist-led practice and institutional contexts, including the realities faced by artists working independently, regionally, or through non-traditional pathways.

Sophia D’Urso facilitates professional development workshops informed by direct industry experience and ongoing work with artists across disciplines and career stages. Her facilitation approach is structured and discussion-led, combining clear frameworks, guided activities, and time for questions. Sessions prioritise practical application and shared learning.