Areas of Focus
“Sarah brings deep knowledge and a genuine passion for local art—she’s a wonderful resource for organizations who want to raise awareness of the value and accessibility of art in their communities. ”
DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIES & IMPLEMENTATION
We offer administration assistance including implementing organizational policies, content writing, and developing marketing strategies to individuals, municipalities, non-profit, and corporate clients.
Rural exploration
Rethinking travel and exploration to be inclusive of the arts and cultural organizations, S. Ayers Art has worked with municipal leaders to design and implement GIS mapping tools. These tools can be used to leverage existing infrastructures and support diverse economic development strategies.
CREATIVE PLACEMAKING: ART AS DESTINATION
S. Ayers Art works strategically to develop systems that encourage economic and community growth through the advocacy of the cultural sector.
artist residency development
S. Ayers Art has worked with multiple organizations to design and implement artist residency programs. Each residency is developed in consideration of artist support, organizational capacity, and long-term objectives ranging from increased traffic to place-based community outreach.
ART DIRECTION
With over 20 years of experience, we partner with emerging and mid-career contemporary artists to produce custom installations and exhibitions for individual, non-profit, and corporate clients.
Frequently Requested Services
Pricing Notes:
All prices are pay-what-you-can to ensure fair and equitable access to research and information.
Please keep this in mind as you consider your organizational budget and contribution.
All funds go toward doctoral research and the distribution of findings
Package One: Organizational Planning
Suggested Investment: $1,500
1:1 consultation online or in person (up to three hours)
Strategic plan review
Board or team meeting; providing objective questions and analyzing outcomes
Find files and handover
Package Two: Grantwriting 101
Suggested Investment: $2500
1:1 consultation online or in person
Data resource guide for grant development
Brief strategy document
Support once project is complete
(3) one hour-sessions for individuals or teams
Specialized focus for arts, housing, and municipalities
Package Three: Customized Lecture(s)/Activation(s)
Suggested Investment: $1500
This package is ideal for libraries, community organizations, economic development organizations, municipalities, and cultural institutions
Research and develop asset mapping of site-specific local cultural touchstones
Present a public lecture with findings
Provide asset mapping handouts for public distribution (digital option available)
Find files and handover; files include research notes, asset map (paper and digital), lecture slides and notes, and supplemental materials list