Our Artists Directory features a catalogue of artists selected, recommended and promoted to arts programmers in schools across BC. To apply, please submit an artists portfolio as per the Artists Directory Application Checklist.

Important: ArtStarts does not organize skills-based art workshops in schools. We administer grants and facilitate targeted artist’s residencies in schools that explore arts integration, contemporary and community-based issues and help youth view art critically through the lens of a professional, practicing artist.

Are you a touring performer or group? To be listed in the directory and make use of our booking service, you must apply and be accepted to showcase at the ArtStarts Showcase. Once you've been accepted, you are automatically entered in the directory.

Artists in the Classroom Directory Application Checklist

• Artists description or profile
• Professional Artists CV, biography and/or company profile (What is a professional artist/group?)
• Examples of your own Art/Performance work (slides, CDs, photos, videos, web site or review links)
• Description of workshop(s), or residency for/with young people
• Examples of student work from your residencies and/or workshops (if applicable)
• Fee Range
• Availability (geographic and schedule)
• Study/Resource Guide (if available)
• References (including contact information) from at least 3 educators, community programmers and collaborators in relation to your show/work for/with young people.
• Any other promotional or support material

Knowledge of the BC school curriculum is an integral part of successful work as an artist in the classroom. We recommend that all new artists get acquainted with the K-12 Curriculum.

Artists listings include a photo, bio, program description and more. Listings are organized by name, region, and discipline so programmers can easily find artists working or touring in their area.

Questions? Contact artistservices@artstarts.com