How does one make a living and a career in the arts?  What affect does commercial success have on artistic growth? What are the assets and challenges of working as an artist in the Brattleboro area?

These are some of the questions to be explored at the first public artist potluck and forum hosted by Brattleboro-West Arts, Sunday, May 16 from 5:30-8:00 pm at the Brattleboro Museum and Arts Center.

Ceramicist Natalie Blake will share her story as a successful Brattleboro based artist. Information about her work and business is available at www.natalieblake.com.  General discussion will follow.

Artists and all interested in the topic are invited to bring food for a potluck starting at 5:30.  Potluckers should also bring their own plates and utensils.  The program and discussion will begin at 6:30.  Donations will be accepted to help pay for the space.

Brattleboro-West Arts is a diverse group of artists and craftsmen living and working west of Brattleboro along the Whetstone watershed The association is dedicated to improving the commercial and artistic success of its members.  BWA considers the arts to include not only the traditional visual, sculptural and performing arts, but also writing, landscape arts, and fine foods.

For more information contact Doug Cox at dcox@sover.net or 257-1024