Having an accurate, up-to-date, relevant CV is vitally important for visual artists and craftspeople, especially when applying for residencies, workshops, commissions or other opportunities.
It is important to remember that a CV for arts opportunities is usually very different from a CV used for applying for jobs. Although presentation is important for either, an art CV has different requirements. Many artists send the wrong type of CV for the opportunity they are applying for, which can be detrimental to their chances of being selected. This document is only concerned with arts- and crafts-opportunity related CVs.
Read how to make your CV useful for each opportunity you are applying for and pick up invaluable tips on making it clear, concise and accurate.