INDIANAPOLIS — The Indiana Arts Commission (IAC) announced it has awarded $64,000 to 32 creative entrepreneurs to fund arts projects around the state through the agency’s On-Ramp Creative Entrepreneur Accelerator program.
Each funded project will support the pursuit of a clearly defined business goal that also supports the entrepreneur’s community.
“These artists represent the incredible talent and entrepreneurial work that can be found in every corner of the Hoosier state,” said Miah Michaelsen, Executive Director of the IAC. “This fellowship allows On-Ramp participants to grow their creative careers while strengthening their communities. We are proud to support this creative and economic growth across Indiana.”
In Indianapolis, several projects and artists were named, includng Kierra Ready, Austin Day, Michael Shannon, Emily Franks, Timothy Stephenson, Victoria Williams Steen, and Tania Wineglass.