The AEI is an artist-focused course of study designed to assist artists by cultivating and advancing their business skills. Presented on four Saturdays, AEI will be offered as 18 classes convening during full-day sessions (9:00 am – 6:00 pm) on March 29 and April 5, 12, 2008 and a Business Plan Clinic on April 26, 2008 (9:00 am – 6:00 pm). Registrants will receive an AEI course book, an indispensable resource for artists. Developed by CPAC, the course book features exercises and readings to prepare for each session, and is tailored to the specific needs of artist entrepreneurs.

Participation costs $100 and includes light refreshments and free parking.   For more information about the institute and scholarship support, contact James Shermer at 954-357-7502.

For more information about the history of the course and its success in northeast Ohio, please contact, Megan L. Van Voorhis, vice president, Community Partnerships for Arts and Culture, in Cleveland, OH, at 216-575-0331.