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🎨 Open Call for Art Exhibition with UN SDG Action Campaign It’s time to see how art can bring people together to build a better future, together. We’re excited to share our latest collaboration with the United Nations SDG Action Campaign for art with impact. Through two collaborative Open Calls, we are seeking artwork in support of the 17 Sustainable Development Goals with themes such as economic justice, climate action, gender equality, and more. Curated works will be showcased with full credit to the artist at upcoming United Nations high-level conferences and initiatives such as the Summit of the Future in New York and the UN SDG Action Awards Ceremony in Rome. We’re excited to see how the art you create today can help us all build a better tomorrow. Apply by August 15, 2024. Submit art to A JUST FUTURE : https://go.thehug.xyz/sdg2 Submit art to TRANSFORMING TOMORROW : https://go.thehug.xyz/sdg1 #Act4SDGs #UNSDG #SDGAction #UnitedNations #ArtWithImpact #SustainableDevelopmentGoals #SDGs

📰 BREAKING NEWS 📰 We are thrilled to announce a new partnership dotART that will grant all HUG Artists a ✨FREE✨ .ART domain! In a shared commitment to elevating the digital presence of artists, this partnership will empower HUG’s artists to sell and share their art more powerfully than ever with their own .ART domain. Additionally, HUG will be extending our ongoing resources and opportunities for exhibitions, grants, and accessible education with .ART’s global creative community. 📧 Already a HUG Artist? Check your email for instructions on how to register your domain for free. 🎨 Not a HUG Artist yet? No worries! Anybody is welcome to become a HUG Artist. It takes just a moment to apply for free through HUG’s website. Apply for free to become a HUG Artist ➡️ https://go.thehug.xyz/join Read the full press release ➡️ https://lnkd.in/eKj74j98

Intricate, organic florals meet women’s empowerment through the bold and bright world of artist, founder, and creative technologist Sara Baumann of Women and Weapons. Today, we debut our latest HUG Artist Storefront with Sara Baumann, an Iranian-American who went from being an occupational therapist to pursuing her lifelong dream of being a full-time artist! Now, she’s sharing her art and story while encouraging other women, minorities, and everybody in between to chase their creative dreams too. Share, shop, support, and get inspired by what Sara is selling with HUG:  ➡️ https://go.thehug.xyz/sara 👟 Strut Your Stuff in Custom-Painted Sneakers & Handbags Collaborate with Sara to step into your unique style with custom-painted, commissioned shoes and handbags. Each work is hand-painted, meticulously designed and personalized to reflect YOUR individuality. 🖼️ Fine Art for Your Home Gallery From living in the heart of Texas to honoring the heritage of her Iranian ancestors, culture is a prominent theme in Sara Baumann’s work. Shop her limited edition, fine art prints to curate your current cowboy era or showcase the beauty of Iranian culture on your walls. 📒 Shop Art Merchandise Sara brings her signature bold and bright art to accessories for your everyday life with her sparky journals and joyful phone cases, and her take on a cowboy hat that’ll leave y’all sayin’ GIDDYUP 🤠 Want to get your own HUG Artist Storefront? Sign up today: https://go.thehug.xyz/sell YOUR ART YOUR RULES YOUR PRICING No start-up costs. No monthly fees.  Non-exclusive. Our HUG Artist Storefronts turn your Artist Profile into a shop for you to sell what you want, how you want. Custom commissions, digital downloads, print-on-demand merchandise, live sessions or tutorials… what will you sell? . . . . . #artforsale #smallartistinspo #artrepreneur #emergingartist #artbusiness #artbusinesstips #creativebusiness #smallbusiness #shopsmall #sidehustle #passiveincome #fulltimeartist

📣 Here for the art? HUG is hiring! Say hello to HUG’s new Ambassador Program ✨ We are looking for ambassadors to foster creativity and connections within their local arts communities by inviting artists to join HUG and sharing HUG's resources, which include opportunities, education, events, and more. Benefits of this role:  → Part-time, flexible schedule, fully remote → Paid role with performance-based incentives → Scholarships, free merch, and more perks from HUG Who is the ideal HUG Ambassador? ✓ Over the age of 18 ✓ Already has a strong, existing network of artists ✓ Aligns with HUG’s values of inclusion Ambassadors will be able to gain real-world experience and work closely with artists and creatives while collaborating directly with HUG’s team, including founders @randizuckerberg & @debsoon. Does this sound like you? Do you know someone who should apply? Let them know & tag them below 🫂 Artists and art lovers alike are welcome to apply. Apply now → https://lnkd.in/eXYgGjUq 

Ready to take your knowledge of AI to the next level? Registration is officially open for the second HUG & Stability AI Innovation Laboratory, where you will learn how to train your own AI model so you can better showcase your creative abilities in art, animation, writing, productivity, and more. Participation is FREE, through a fully refundable deposit to foster accountability. Upon completion of a simple assignment at the end of the course, 100% of the upfront cost will be refunded. The first 100 to sign up with the code EARLYBIRD pay just $89, 50% off from the full price of $179. Secure your spot today: https://go.thehug.xyz/lab #aieducation #stabilityai #stablediffusion3 #largelanguagemodels #promptengineering #prompteducation

Open Call • Publication & Exhibition Opportunity for Photographers 📸 After the success of our #HUG100 Artists to Watch, we are introducing more publications celebrating specific art mediums. As the next edition in this new series, 100 Photographers to Watch will spotlight exceptional photographers reimagining the world through the creativity of their lens. This prestigious list of 100 will be: 🔸 Showcased as part of an immersive art exhibit in Superlative Gallery in Bali, Indonesia 🔸 Printed and produced in Germany as a hardcover book with Snap Collective, and be made available at the Danish Royal Library in Copenhagen Photographers of all expertise and origins are encouraged to apply for consideration. Each prospective artist will be judged by our esteemed guest curators, John Knopf and Michael Yamashita, whose internationally acclaimed photography has been featured in National Geographic, TIME, Sony, and more.   Submissions open through May 27: https://lnkd.in/eBP58Bna

Want to learn how to earn an income from your art? HUG is here to help! Registration is open for HUG’s Finance for Creatives course on Monetizing Your Photography with internationally acclaimed photographer John Knopf. 🎓 Registration is normally $8.99, but the first 100 people to sign up with the code JOHNKNOPF get to join for free. 🆓 Act fast & sign up now: https://lnkd.in/exreCnx7 John Knopf is an internationally acclaimed National Geographic & Emmy-nominated photographer with a passion for conservation & sustainability. He’s applied the same creativity from his art practice to entrepreneurship to turn passion into profession, and he now wants the same for you! In his live 2-hour masterclass, John Knopf will impart insights & wisdom gained throughout his prolific career to give you actionable advice to empower you to better earn an income from your craft. You will discover:  ✨Art and Commerce: Master the art of pricing prints and products to maximize earnings across different sales platforms without compromising your artistic integrity. ✨Financial Independence: Learn how to monetize your art effectively while retaining control and minimizing fees to large corporations. ✨Passion and Business: Balancing the love for your craft with the realities of running a business, ensuring that passion remains the cornerstone of your professional journey. ✨Community Canvas: Forge a vibrant community of art enthusiasts, eco-warriors, and fellow photographers, fostering a supportive network for shared growth and inspiration. ✨Chasing the Horizon: Strategies to relentlessly pursue your passion in photography and environmental advocacy, embodying the philosophy of nothing saved for the swim back. Want to sell your own art & expertise with HUG? HUG Artist Storefronts are an add-on to take your Artist Profile from a virtual showcase of your work to a powerful tool to grow and diversify your creative revenue. Join the waitlist ➡ https://lnkd.in/eeS7WkMq

Do you have a love of lettercraft? Curious about calligraphy? Our newest HUG Artist Storefront is for you! Shop digital and physical goods from award-winning calligraphy/lettering artists and educator Jackson Alves, our favorite expert for everything from A to Z. In his HUG Artist Storefront, Jackson shares his meticulous and masterful script on-chain, on apparel, and on his original works. You can even try your hand at calligraphy by downloading his procreate brushes and bespoke fonts. Save 20% on Jackson's, Amber's, and even HUG's storefronts now through April 30 with the code HUG20: Shop ➡️ https://thehug.xyz/shop What are HUG Artist Storefronts? HUG Artist Storefronts are an add-on to take your Artist Profile from a virtual showcase of your work to a powerful tool to grow and diversify your creative revenue. Want to be next to learn more, do more, sell more with HUG? Join the waitlist ➡ https://lnkd.in/eeS7WkMq . . . . . #artistmarketplace #artrepreneur #emergingartist #artbusiness #artbusinesstips #creativebusiness #smallbusiness #shopsmall #sidehustle #passiveincome #fulltimeartist #calligraphy #lettercraft #fontdesign

Learn more, do more, SELL more with HUG. Introducing HUG Artist Storefronts:  An add-on that turns your HUG Artist Profile into a shop for you to sell what you want, how you want. For our grand opening, you can now shop Amber Vittoria, with more artists coming soon… maybe even you? 👀 Want to be the next to sell with HUG? 🛍 Join our waitlist ➡ https://lnkd.in/eeS7WkMq On-chain, online, offline, or off the canvas. At HUG, we believe in helping you to diversify your revenue streams so you can thrive. Our Artist Storefronts help you simplify how you share and sell your talents, all from one place. With her new HUG Artist Storefront, you can learn the art of licensing from award-winning artist Amber Vittoria or wear her art everywhere in colorful essentials. 🛒 Shop now ➡ https://thehug.xyz/shop Swipe to save the date for when you can shop art and expertise from some of our favorite creators, and get inspired for your own inventory.  . . . . . #artistmarketplace #artrepreneur #emergingartist #artbusiness #artbusinesstips #creativebusiness #smallbusiness #shopsmall #sidehustle #passiveincome #fulltimeartist

Artists - have you been looking for a reason to update & refresh your portfolio? How about $1000 in prizes from us? A good portfolio is the secret to unlocking the best opportunities for your art, from landing a dream client to finding your next collector. We are awarding $250 each AND newsletter social features to 4 artists with the best-designed portfolios in the following categories: 🏆 Digital art 🏆 Physical art 🏆 Multidisciplinary art 🏆 Most innovative How to apply: 1️⃣ Apply for a FREE HUG Artist Profile at thehug.xyz 2️⃣ Start uploading your work and customizing the look & feel of your Portfolio 3️⃣ Take a screenshot and enter the category(ies) of your choice on thehug.xyz/open-calls #artistportfolio #artistsonlinkedin #grantsforartists #artistgrants #thehugxyz #digitalart #paintings #photographersonlinkedin #photography #multidisciplinaryart #innovativeart