Traditional Arts Network (TAN) Gatherings strengthen peer-to-peer connectivity and allowing artists to learn from one another. Artists spend the morning sharing work with each other, then enjoy lunch together, and identify shared visions and needs.

This is one of the central benefits of bringing traditional artists together—to affirm who they are by meeting peers who continue to practice traditional arts—a seemingly simple idea, but so necessary as people negotiate and shape new roles and identities.

Important issues emerge from conversations at recent gatherings: the need for support of artist-driven projects, support teaching the next generation, affordable rehearsal space, professional development, and marketing assets.

Please contact us at tan@mayostreetarts.org or (207) 879-4629 if you would like to attend an Artist Gathering or request more information.