Workshops
It’s cold outside, so why not take the time to brush up on your skills (or learn some new ones) by taking our two NEW online info sessions in our winter series? Sign up today for Writing for Accessibility in the Arts with Jacquelyn Miccolis (presented in partnership with Creative Community Impact Association) and Artist Inventories: Crafting Your Legacy with Amanda Chau (presented in partnership with The Kalaman Group). Both are jam-packed with info taught by experts and are only $15 each or $25 for both using discount code infosession2 at checkout!
The 1.5 hour info sessions will be presented by VANS live over Zoom with time for a Q & A. Afterward, all registered participants will receive a limited-time link to a recording of the info session in case of internet interruptions/ to review material.
Click on the square tiles below to select your workshops and pay online. You can also pay by e-transfer to communicate@visualarts.ns.ca – just remember to send us an email with your contact info for registration. Have questions or need help registering? Contact communicate@visualarts.ns.ca.
If you really want to take one of these info sessions, but the cost is out of reach please get in touch with Carri at communicate@visualarts.ns.ca about a workshop bursary.
Note: The next full workshop series will be Spring 2026 in April/ May.
WINTER 2026 INFO SESSIONS
WRITING FOR ACCESSIBILITY IN THE ARTS
Make your art and communications accessible to everyone. This info session helps artists and arts organizations understand how to craft inclusive, engaging descriptions that reach all audiences. Participants will learn best practices for writing alt text, image captions, and exhibition materials that honour artistic intent while improving accessibility, gaining insights and strategies they can apply in their own work. Presented in partnership with Creative Community Impact Association (CCIA).
Instructor: Jacquelyn Miccolis, Executive Director of Creative Community Impact Association
ONLINE
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 25, 2 – 3:30 pm AT ** SOLD OUT!**
Registration deadline: February 20
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ARTIST INVENTORIES: CRAFTING YOUR LEGACY
This info session helps artists understand the importance of keeping an inventory of their artwork, and how basic organization can make a big impact on your art career. Participants will learn a basic format to get started on their own art inventory, and learn ways that they can directly use this tool to engage with grant opportunities, galleries, buyers and institutions. Presented in partnership with The Kalaman Group.
Instructor: Amanda Chau, Associate Director, Projects + Research for The Kalaman Group
ONLINE
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 4, 7 – 8:30 pm AT
Registration deadline: extended to March 2
ABOUT THE INSTRUCTORS and PARTNERS:
Creative Community Impact Association (CCIA) is a federally incorporated nonprofit advancing creativity as a driver of social change. Based in Halifax, CCIA works with artists, educators, and cultural leaders to turn creative ideas into measurable community impact through collaboration, innovation, and accessible programming.
Jacquelyn Miccolis, Executive Director of CCIA, is a Canadian-Italian multidisciplinary artist and social impact leader with a background in psychology and inclusive facilitation. She brings strategic insight and human-centered leadership to initiatives that foster accessibility, inclusion, and lasting community impact through the arts.
The Kalaman Group was founded in 2013 by Megan Kalaman and a team of emerging art professionals with a shared belief in the careful stewardship of fine art. What began as a small practice supporting a few private collectors has grown into a nationally recognized firm, with teams working across Western, Central, and Eastern Canada. Over the past decade, the group has developed a reputation for deep expertise and a highly personalized approach to collection management, shaped by close collaboration with collectors, artists, and institutions across the country.
Amanda Chau has spent over 20 years working in the visual arts in a wide range of roles, from administration and gallery leadership to research and public speaking. She holds a BFA in Photography and Printmaking, with a minor in Art History, from Mount Allison University. Early in her career, she worked with the Art Dealers Association of Canada and Miriam Shiell Fine Art before founding Walnut Contemporary, a Toronto-based gallery where she served as Artistic Director until 2013. Since joining The Kalaman Group that same year, Amanda has grown into a senior role, bringing a thoughtful, research-driven approach to curating, collection care, and public engagement.
Cancellation Policy: Refunds of 75% of workshop fee will be given if cancellation occurs 72 hours or more prior to the beginning of the workshop. No refund will be given if cancellation occurs on the day of the workshop. If VANS cancels the workshop for any reason, registrants will be notified and given a full refund.
For more information, please contact:
Carri MacKay
Programming Coordinator
Visual Arts Nova Scotia
1113 Marginal Road
Halifax, NS B3H 4P7