Annual Planning for Artists

Thursday, February 19, 2026 | 6:30-7:30 (?) | Zoom: https://uky.zoom.us/j/83350646994

This workshop offers a realistic way to think about the year ahead. Rather than pushing productivity or constant growth, it helps artists look honestly at income needs, production rhythms, upcoming opportunities, and personal capacity. Participants will explore how to align goals with time, energy, and available resources, and how to plan in ways that support sustainability instead of overcommitment. This session is especially useful for artists who want structure without rigidity and plans that can adapt as life and work shift.

Workshop Facilitator

Rachel Shane

Rachel Shane is an arts administrator, educator, and researcher at the University of Kentucky, where she works closely with students, artists, and arts organizations on issues of sustainability and professional practice. She specializes in helping creatives and arts leaders navigate planning, pricing, and decision-making in ways that are realistic and grounded in lived experience.