Umbrella Talks
Elephant Artist Relief Society (EAR) programmes professional and personal development courses, workshops, and panel discussions to support independent artists in pursuit of their goals.
From grant writing to tax filing, imparting insight and advice on career strategies, Calgary’s broader community huddles under EAR’s umbrella to offer support through these sector specific opportunities.
Elephant Artist Relief Society’s Umbrella Talks are supported by the Rosza Foundation.
Upcoming Umbrella Talk
Apr
29
7 pm - 9 pm
From Idea to Object: Working with Fuse 33 Makerspace
Join Elephant Artist Relief Society (EAR) for From Idea to Object: Working with Fuse 33 Makerspace featuring the team from Fuse33 Makerspace—Calgary’s largest and most dynamic makerspace and community innovation hub.Wednesday, April 29
7:00 PM MST
Online (Zoom)Fuse33 is more than a workshop—it’s a collaborative space where artists, makers, and entrepreneurs come together to experiment, build, and grow their ideas. With access to professional-grade equipment like laser cutters, 3D printers, wood and metal shops, and textile tools, Fuse33 helps creatives move their work beyond what’s possible in a home studio.In this session, you’ll learn:
How artists are using shared tools to expand their creative practice and explore new mediums
Ways to prototype, fabricate, and scale artwork, from one-offs to small production runs
Opportunities for hands-on training, skill-building, and material exploration
How a makerspace can support artistic sustainability, income diversification, and creative independence