But My Art Speaks for Itself! Writing Artist Statements and Bios with Shan Bryan-Hanson

Concept and Experience

Do you dread reading the words, "Please include a copy of your artist statement and bio"? If so, this is the workshop for you. Discuss why these professional documents are important to keep up-to-date and ready to share and how an artist's statement can help viewers engage with your artwork. Participate in exercises that make writing your statement and bio easier; maybe even fun! Leave the workshop with solid first drafts of both of these documents. Bring your computer or notebook, as well as five images of your work.

Instructor

Shan Bryan-Hanson is an artist, curator, and educator. She received her MFA from the University of Montana and spent nearly two decades in academia, as a professor and curator. She now divides her time between making art, curatorial projects, and teaching workshops. Shan's work is made with a unique process, developed by the artist, that combines painting with intricate drawing and embroidery to create works of art layered with imagery, material, and medium. She lives in Sturgeon, Bay, WI.