From Making to Showing: Producing Visual Arts Projects

From Concept to Exhibition: Curating & Funding Regional Visual Arts

Take a practical look at how a visual arts project moves from an initial idea through to exhibition and public outcome. Using a real project case study, we’ll unpack the curatorial thinking, planning and partnerships behind bringing an exhibition to life.

Topics will include:

• Developing exhibition concepts and themes

• Grants vs Selling - two key ways to fund your exhibition

• Overview of local support, opportunities & grants

• Stuff around an exhibition: merch to workshops

• Marketing - considering audience in how you promote yourself.

• Examples & inspo to think a bit beyond the status quo.

This workshop is delivered by Jen Leys and Alex Desebrock.

• Jen Leys is a seasoned producer with a rich background in the performing arts sector. She started her career at Black Swan Theatre in Perth, and later relocated to Japan and London for significant roles. Jen holds an MA Performance & Culture from Goldsmiths College and has been instrumental in representing independent Australian choreographers. Her current role at Performing Lines WA involves producing projects and tours with West Australian Artists, showcasing her commitment to the arts and her ability to foster innovative performances.

• Alex Desebrock is an artist, producer, and facilitator living in Kepa Kurl (Esperance) on Wudjari Country. She is the Artistic Director of The Cannery Arts Centre and creates thoughtful, playful arts experiences that bring children and adults into meaningful conversation. Described as "gently radical," her work uses games, participation, and creative interventions to connect people through curiosity, honesty, and imagination.