Upcoming Workshops & Events

As we continue to bring creative experiences to our community, we’re grateful for your participation and support. Whether you're performing, leading a workshop, or simply attending, your presence helps make these gatherings special.

Feb 26

Writing & Talking About Your Art with Pete Hocking

Arts Foundation of Cape Cod
396 Main St, 10, Barnstable, MA 02601
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Feb 26, 2025 05:30pm - Feb 26, 2025 07:00pm

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While there are a lot of reasons artists may want to write and talk clearly about there work, these five are at the top of my list: To Reflect on Your Process and Articulate the Shape of Your Practice; To Get Representation; To Be Competitive For Grants & Residencies; To Become Better Known & Build Audience; To Invite Audience Into Dialogue With Their Work.

Supported by the generosity of TD Bank!

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Mar 05

Art Licensing 101 with Allison Cole

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Mar 05, 2025 05:30pm - Mar 05, 2025 07:00pm

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Learn how to grow your business through valuable licensing basics.

Creating unique products with an original design is a great way to build a successful business. In the process of doing so, it’s important to license your work and promote it. Illustrator and surface designer, Allison Cole, has made a career of monetizing her colorful, whimsical patterns, and has collaborated with clients such as Hasbro, Snapchat and Target.

Supported by the generosity of TD Bank!

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Apr 17

Arts Foundation's Artist of the Year Celebration & Unveiling with Joe Diggs

Cotuit Center for the Arts
4404 Falmouth Rd, Barnstable, MA 02635
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Apr 17, 2025 05:00pm - Apr 17, 2025 07:00pm

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Please join us to celebrate 2025 AFCC Artist of the Year Joe Diggs, and see the unveiling of Joe's latest artwork to be auctioned at our Arts Gala on June 4th. Small bites and wine will be served. Presented by William Raveis Real Estate.

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In the News: Pods, Opportunities & Reads

This episode of The Week in Art explores how U.S. tariffs impact the art world, from Zona Maco in Mexico City to the India Art Fair. Plus, a deep dive into the first known American photographic self-portrait. A must-listen for artists tracking global trends! Listen

Multi-Year, Unrestricted Operating Grants Now Available

Mass Cultural Council is proud to announce the FY26 Operating Grants for Organizations application cycle. This program offers multi-year, unrestricted operating grants to nonprofit cultural organizations and cultural affiliates that enrich cultural life across the Commonwealth.

Information session: February 25, 2025

Hundreds of Artists Call on NEA to Roll Back Trump's Restrictions, A letter signed by 463 playwrights, poets, dancers, visual artists and others pushes back against the new grant requirements that bar the promotion of diversity or "gender ideology."

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SAVE THE DATE

CX Conference | Wednesday, October 8, 2025 | Cotuit Center for the Arts

Thank you

A huge thank you to our incredible sponsors for supporting the Creative Exchange and helping us empower artists, makers, and cultural organizations across Cape Cod. Your generosity fuels creativity, connection, and community, making it possible for the arts to thrive. We couldn’t do it without you!

• William Raveis | The Official Real Estate Company of the Arts Foundation
• TD Bank
• Cape Cod Foundation
• Eastern Bank
• Seamen's Bank
• Cape Cod Five Foundation
• Cooperative Bank of Cape Cod