Business and Arts NL

For 40 years now, Beni Malone and his crew at Wonderbolt Productions have been sprinkling the magic of circus all over Newfoundland and Labrador. From their early years touring around some of the most isolated parts of the province via coastal boats, to growing into a full-fledged circus company that includes a staff of 10, […]

Creating a piece of art (be it a painting, poem, song or story) is one thing. Understanding the rights you own in your work, and how to best protect them, is another. As an artist, you might also be curious about how to commercialize those rights to create revenue. Whether you’re a writer, musician, visual […]

Here at Business & Arts NL, we’ve been talking a lot lately about what makes a good arts board, including enlightening conversations with local arts champion Susan Sherk, as well as members of Tuckamore’s board and fundraising committee (click here and here to read). And as we prepare to launch our “Team Up With the […]

There’s often a misconception that you have to be an artist yourself to offer something of value to an arts organization. But generally, the more diverse your board, the better off your organization will be. When people with a range of experiences and skillsets – whether it’s in the areas of accounting, communications, law, Human […]

Traditionally made with form and function in mind, lovingly stitched together from various pieces of material found around the household, quilts have been elevated as an art form over time. And for good reason. Not only are they beautiful to look at, but the time, skill and patience that goes into each one’s creation is […]

Have you ever considered joining the board of a non-profit arts organization, but brushed the thought aside beside you don’t paint, write, act or sing (except for maybe in the shower)? You don’t need to be an artist to help support and grow the sector. A strong board is one that’s made up of people […]