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Works for Artists. Visual Arts Nova Scotia advances the visual arts through leadership, education, and communication.

Visual Arts Nova Scotia is an artist-run organization founded in 1976 that advances the visual arts through leadership, education, and communication. Visual Arts Nova Scotia is an artist-run organization incorporated in 1976 to support and promote artists while advocating for the visual arts sector in Nova Scotia. By encouraging artists to pursue their creative and professional practices creating

connections to a community of peers and serving as a primary source for information, Visual Arts Nova Scotia fosters excellence, skills development, and learning in the arts.

05/18/2026

Contract and Copyright Basics

Why is a contract important? What are the red flags? How are copyrights and contracts related? What should you know about your copyrights and how can you make them work for you?

This online workshop provides an overview of these issues, including the Artist Resale Right. Attendees will receive a list of resources for ongoing reference.

Instructor: Sydney Lancaster, Multidisciplinary Artist and Advocate

Thursday, May 21
6 to 8 pm AT
Registration deadline: May 19

Link in bio to register.

Questions? Email [email protected].

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05/14/2026

Shutters of Woody Point
Artist Call 2026

Woody Point, Newfoundland and Labrador is accepting applications for an artist residency and public art installation. The selected artist will paint 10 plywood shutters across four heritage buildings, with artwork on display from fall through spring.

Residency dates: September 14 to October 18, 2026

Artist fee: $9000
Plus workshop, exhibition, and presentation fees. Travel compensation available. Accommodations and workspace provided.

Application deadline: May 19, 2026

Link in bio to apply.

05/12/2026

Pricing Your Work

Most artists face a common challenge: How do you accurately price your work without second-guessing yourself?

This online workshop will show you how to establish prices that ensure you have a profitable business. We will discuss commonly used calculations for pricing visual art and craft and how to set your prices with confidence. We will also talk about how price fits into your overall marketing strategy and how your prices can send the right signal to the right customers.

Instructor: Stacey Cornelius, Marketing Strategist

Thursday, May 14
6 to 8 pm AT
Registration deadline: May 12

Link in bio to register.

Bursaries available. If cost is a barrier, email Carri at [email protected].

Link in bio to register.

Questions? Email [email protected].

05/05/2026

You are invited to our AGM.

Visual Arts Nova Scotia's Annual General Meeting will take place over Zoom on Wednesday, June 10, 2026 from 6 to 7 pm AT.

Join us to hear about VANS' accomplishments this year, learn how the budget cuts have affected us, and elect new directors to our Board.

All are welcome, but only VANS members in good standing can vote and make or second motions.

Documents to review in advance will be posted on the VANS website soon.

Registration deadline: June 8

Link in bio to register.

For more info, contact Carri at [email protected].

05/01/2026

How to Give a Great Artist Talk

Do you struggle to talk confidently about your work?

This online workshop covers the basics of giving an artist talk: how to prepare, what to cover, tips and tricks for online and in-person talks, and ways to frame the talk to fit within your specific access needs.

Being able to talk about your practice in any setting comfortably will help you build connections, grow your network, and gain a stronger sense of identity within the broader arts community.

Instructor: Lux Gow-Habrich (始娜), Artist and Educator

Wednesday, May 6
6 to 8 pm AT
Registration deadline extended to May 4

Link in bio to register.

Bursaries available. If cost is a barrier, email Carri at [email protected].

Link in bio to register.

Questions? Email [email protected].

Address

1113 Marginal Road
Halifax, NS
B3H4P7

Telephone

(902) 423-4694

Website

https://www.visualarts.ns.ca/

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