Build your Creative Edge 2.0

Next date: Saturday, 21 November 2026 | 10:00 AM to 04:00 PM

Take your creative projects from idea to funding-ready in this full-day professional development workshop for artists and creatives.

Led by industry consultant Gareth Hart, this intensive session explores project planning, proposal writing, budgeting, funding opportunities and how to effectively communicate the purpose and impact of your creative practice. 

Participants will learn how to align projects with funding priorities and strengthen creative development and project delivery.

This event is designed for ages 16+.

About the facilitator - Gareth Hart

Industry expert and consultant, Gareth Hart, brings decades of knowledge and experience to the facilitation of this program. They have led organisations and initiatives that bridge local contexts with sector-wide trends, delivered ambitious programs that combined community engagement with artistic excellence, and directed live art festivals. Gareth brings clarity, ambition, and a belief in the transformative potential of the arts. They support organisations, festivals, and councils to navigate complexity, ground themselves in community, being driven my impact, and imagining bold futures.

Workshop details

• Date: Saturday 21 November
• Time: 10am to 4pm
• Venue: Dandenong Civic Centre, 225 Lonsdale Street, Dangenong
• Cost: $15 per ticket. If this cost is a barrier to attending, please contact Jo Harkin on jo.harkin@maroondah.vic.gov.au or 0400 711 917.
• Bookings are essential.

Register online

Further information

This program is proudly co-presented by Greater Dandenong City Council, Cardinia Shire Council, City of Monash, City of Kingston and Maroondah City Council.  

 

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