Recap: 2025 Native Artist Professional Development Workshops

Artists Andrea Wilbur-Sigo, Dan Friday, and Joe Seymour speak at the The World of Public Art: What it Takes to Land a Public Art Commission (Artist’s Perspective) panel at the 2025 Native Artist Professional Development Workshops. Photo by ArtsWA.

The Tribal Cultural Affairs (TCA) program at ArtsWA, in partnership with Evergreen State College’s House of Welcome, hosted two dynamic Native Artist Professional Development Workshops on September 13 and 20, 2025. These workshops brought together established Native professional artists to share insights and guidance with emerging Native artists across Washington.

Panel discussions covered a wide array of topics, including beadwork, glassblowing, photography, bronzing, fine art, public art installations, marketing and vending strategies, and pathways to museum exhibitions. Attendees received invaluable cultural and artistic knowledge, delivered by respected Native artists and TCA program leaders.

This collaboration marked the first joint effort between TCA and the House of Welcome, and it was met with enthusiastic participation and positive feedback. Plans are already underway to offer future workshops in locations throughout the state, with virtual participation options to expand access.

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