The Art of Becoming an Artist - Free youth workshop

Led by seasoned singer-songwriter, producer, and touring musician, Shaun Kirk, ‘The Art of Becoming an Artist’ workshop provides invaluable insights, tools, and strategies to navigate the complexities of the modern music landscape as an independent artist. Through a number of brainstorming exercises and group discussions, participants will discover newfound clarity, motivation, and confidence in their creative direction under Kirk's guidance. 

Tailored for those seeking a breakthrough, attendees will craft personalised roadmaps to redefine their purpose, shape their artistic visions, and construct actionable plans that empower them to realise their musical aspirations and thrive in their artistic endeavours.

WHAT ATTENDEES WILL GAIN FROM THIS WORKSHOP

• Inspiration and Clarity: With guidance from a seasoned professional, these sessions are designed to inspire newfound clarity, motivation, and confidence, establishing a deeper connection to each student's artistic identity.
• Secrets to Success: Participants will uncover industry secrets and acquire a streamlined process to transition their passion for music from a part-time hobby to a full-time career.
• Personalised Roadmap: Attendees will learn a simple process to help them define their purpose as an artist, craft a clear vision, and construct a career roadmap that will empower them to discover greater levels of fulfilment in their musical journey.

About Shaun Kirk

With nearly 15 years of dedicated experience as a full-time independent artist, Shaun has already made a lasting impact on the music industry during his relatively short time on earth.

Renowned for his exceptional work ethic and captivating stage presence, Shaun's journey has seen him play sold-out shows across the globe, gracing some of the most iconic festivals and venues back home in Australia, including Bluesfest Byron Bay, Woodford Folk Festival, The Palais Theatre, and the Corner Hotel; alongside the likes of Robert Plant (Led Zeppelin), John Mayer, Paolo Nutini, The Teskey Brothers, and John Butler Trio, to name a few…

In the studio, he’s collaborated with numerous ARIA award-winning artists and producers, resulting in the recording and release of four full-length albums, two EPs, and a live DVD. Projects which have earned him numerous awards and airplay on radio and screen-time on TV both nationally and internationally.

With an unwavering energy and genuine enthusiasm for assisting and uplifting others, as a mentor, he shares a wealth of industry knowledge, drawn from personal experiences, and exhibits a passion for guiding emerging artists toward their individual path to success.

For more information on Shaun and his work please visit www.shaunkirk.com