Inner West Council launches Creative Toolbox Learning Labs for artists in Sydney
The Inner West Council in Sydney has launched Creative Toolbox Learning Labs, a professional development program for artists, developed in response to the 2025 Creative Toolbox Symposium. The program addresses artists' needs for audience growth, business confidence, and practical tools. Two sessions will be held at Marrickville Library and Pavilion: 'Building Your Audience' on 15 June 2026, led by Creative Business Coach Cat Dibley, and 'Money, Money, Money' on 3 August 2026, focusing on grants, funding, and monetisation. Each session includes a masterclass, workshops, and roundtable discussions. Dibley emphasizes usable tools over theory, stating that marketing is storytelling and artists are professional storytellers. Sessions range from free to $10, with limited places. Access support includes Auslan interpretation and live captioning.
Key facts
- Creative Toolbox Learning Labs are run by the Inner West Council in Sydney.
- The program was developed in response to the 2025 Creative Toolbox Symposium.
- Two sessions: 'Building Your Audience' on 15 June 2026 and 'Money, Money, Money' on 3 August 2026.
- Sessions are held at Marrickville Library and Pavilion.
- Cat Dibley leads the opening masterclass for 'Building Your Audience'.
- Sessions include masterclasses, workshops, and roundtable discussions.
- Cost ranges from free to $10, with limited places.
- Access support includes Auslan interpretation and live captioning.
Entities
Artists
- Cat Dibley
Institutions
- Inner West Council
- Marrickville Library and Pavilion
- ArtsHub
Locations
- Sydney
- Australia