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Nov 2024
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Creative Momentum with Art Coach Christi...

Erika b Hess
About this episode

Christine Garvey is an artist, coach, and the founder of A Mighty Practice. Her paintings and installations have been exhibited internationally, including exhibitions with Galerie Circulaire (Montreal), International Print Center (New York), and The Contemporary Austin. Garvey's work has been recognized with a Fulbright Research Grant (2016), a Fellowship from the Vermont Studio Center (2020), and an Artist Relief Grant from The Foundation for Contemporary Arts, United States Artists, and Creative Capital (2021).

Over the last 10 years she's coached hundreds of creatives through the ups and downs of their practices. She writes and speaks about ideas that impact contemporary artists, including scarcity, endurance, and financial stability. Her work has been featured in The Creative Independent, Creative Mornings Global, and Brooklyn Magazine. Learn more about upcoming programs at amightypractice.com or christine-garvey.com.

 

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