WHO WE ARE
About Art Inc. Kentucky
Art Inc. Kentucky is a nonprofit business and marketing incubator and artist loan fund committed to supporting Kentucky artists through business training, sales opportunities, exposure, studio access, funding support, and creative community development.
Operated in connection with Community Ventures, Art Inc. Kentucky supports creative entrepreneurs through programs designed to help artists build sustainable businesses and stronger communities.
Leadership & Community Support
Art Inc. Kentucky is led by Mark Lenn Johnson, President of Art Inc. Kentucky. The organization works alongside Community Ventures to support artists, makers, and creative entrepreneurs with the resources, visibility, and business support they need to grow.
OUR PROGRAMS
Creative Programs Supporting Kentucky Artists
Through multiple community-driven initiatives, Art Inc. Kentucky provides artists, makers, and creative entrepreneurs with education, visibility, marketplace access, and business growth opportunities.
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The Artists’ Market of Western Kentucky
Marketplace and retail incubator supporting regional artists and makers.
WHAT WE PROVIDE
Helping Artists Build Sustainable Creative Businesses
Art Inc. Kentucky equips artists and makers with the training, exposure, resources, and opportunities needed to grow creatively and financially.
Business Training
One-on-one business consultation and workshops focused on helping artists and creative entrepreneurs start and grow their businesses!
Exposure
Opportunities and guidance designed to help you build a following and grow your customer base.
Sales
Gallery representation, online sales and outdoor festival options designed to help you sell your work and increase your business revenue and personal income.
Funding
Created to help artists take advantage of revenue and exposure generating opportunities when the upfront capital to do so is not available.
OUR COMMUNITY
Supporting Artists Beyond the Studio
From workshops and marketplace opportunities to creative collaboration and public events, Art Inc. Kentucky helps artists connect with the community while building sustainable careers.