ABOUT THE TOOLBOX
Welcome to the Art Volt Toolbox - an expandable repository of online resources for creative practitioners! The goal of the Toolbox is to facilitate access to knowledge and practical tools that are beneficial to Fine Arts alumni (and everyone!) on their path toward professionalization.
There are a few different ways to find the information you need on the Toolbox!
- Option one, you can explore all the content by browsing through our five thematic categories: Creation & Dissemination, Networking & Project Management, Funding & Financial Literacy, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion, and Health & Wellbeing.
- Option two, you can find quick links relevant for your specific discipline by using the “Browse per Discipline” section accessible via the Toolbox landing page. Since many tools and resources compiled on the toolbox apply to multiple disciplines, we recommend you make your way to the category pages for more context and details.
- Option three, you will find an overview of all the content available in our toolbox using our Sitemap located just below, on this same page.
Last but not least, visit our Opportunities page to find events and activities, employment opportunities, funding opportunities, general call for submissions and much more!
Get in touch!
For questions, accessibility concerns, or more information on specific resources, contact us at artvolt@concordia.ca. As this is an expandable depository of online resources, feel free to send your suggestions as well!
This initiative is made possible by the generous support of the Peter N. Thomson Family Innovation Fund.
Sitemap
Navigate through a collection of videos, guides & templates, strategies, and various resources on your path towards professionalization.
Producing your work
Sourcing materials and equipment
- CO-OP stores
- Re-use centres
- Tool and equipment rentals
- Art supply stores
- Finding your own studio
- Co-working spaces
- Rehearsal spaces
- Technical labs and production centers
- Templates
- Services
- Sustainable practices
- Networks and resources
- Printing centres for general purposes
- Specialty printing centres
- Photography centres
- Book publishers
- 3D printing centres
Presenting your work
- Transporting and packaging your artworks
- Transportation services
Installation and technical setup
- Installation for artworks
- Installation for performances
- Preparing a mock-up or maquette
- Photo documentation
- Video documentation
- Documentation services
Making connections and promoting your practice
- Social media platforms and their functions
- Tools for social media management and strategies
- Building a website
- Newsletter platforms and templates
Writing and talking about your practice
- Business cards
- Writing a CV
- Writing a biography and artist statement
- Networking and talking about your practice
- Flyers
- Resources for learning and practicing French
- Getting and managing press coverage
- Translation, subtitling and closed captioning
Managing your practice
Productivity and time management
- Creating and maintaining an agenda and calendar
- Apps and tools to facilitate productivity and organization
- Apps and tools to facilitate your time management
- Apps and tools for keeping track of your tasks and managing to-do lists
- Facilitating organizational management
- Strategic planning
- Structuring your organization
- Governance
- Managing your creation calendar
- Keeping reports of your project
- Project management apps
Managing your finances
Taxes for creative practitioners
- Introduction to taxes for creative practitioners
- Tax calculator
Legal resources
Copyrights, publishing and intellectual property
- Waivers and contracts
- Introduction to insurance for creative practitioners
- Insurance services for creative practitioners
Budgeting and financial planning
- Preparing your budget
- Managing your expenses and revenues
- Financial advising
Funding your practice
- Introduction to grant writing
- Funding bodies and programs
- Grant writing support
- Find a grant
Selling your services or creative productions
- Certificate of Authenticity
- Creating a financial plan for your project or business
- Online platforms to sell your works
- How to launch an online business
- Royalties
- Invoices and rates
- Pricing your artwork
Crowdfunding
Fundraising
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
- Introduction to equity, diversity and inclusion
Accessibility
Territorial acknowledgement and decolonial practices
Organizational processes
Resource networks
Health and Wellbeing
Mental Health
Health
Safe Practices
