Fall 2016 Survey Question Title * 1. I know the South Simcoe Arts Council to be: An art centre that exhibits, presents activities that enhance an art form or style by a variety of artists An art centre that provides opportunities for musicians An art centre that promotes all arts; literary, theatre, dance, fine arts etc. An art centre that advances education offers creative workshops for both youth and adults An art centre, gift shop that presents all forms and styles of local artists/artisans to advance the public's appreciation of the arts Other (please specify) Question Title * 2. My personal history with the SSAC is: I volunteer for the SSAC I participate in classes, and/or workshops at the SSAC I am familiar with professional artists that teach for the SSAC I have entered a juried show at the SSAC I have had my works featured in a show at the SSAC As a musician, I have had the opportunity to to entertain for the SSAC I teach classes at the SSAC I enter events, programs and marketplaces at the SSAC I am a member I have submitted artwork that is showcased in the "Arts in our Community" program Other (please specify) Question Title * 3. My age group: under 18 18 to 24 25 to 34 35 to 44 45 to 54 55 to 64 65 to 74 75 or older Question Title * 4. I consider my artistic abilities to be: I am a non-artist and I am not interested in taking any courses or workshops I am a non-artist but I am interested in starting to explore my creative side I am a beginner artist still exploring many artistic expressions I am an intermediate artist in my field I am an advanced artist in my field I am an expert (instructor) in my field Other (please specify) Question Title * 5. What types of workshops are you interested in taking? Acrylic Painting Oil Painting Watercolour Painting Pastel Chinese Ink Sculpture Printmaking Pottery Music Photography Film/Video Digital Imaging Fibre Arts Theatre or Performing Arts Embroidery Weaving Mural/Graffiti Literary / Creative Writing Jewelry Making Dance Choral Voice Stone carving Knitting Crafts Other (please specify) Question Title * 6. If I were to take courses or workshops with the South Simcoe Arts Council it it would be to: Improve my techniques within existing discipline Learn new techniques in a variety of medias Meet other creative people in a fun atmosphere Take my art practice to the next step Acquire enhanced marketing strategies (website, blog, digital cameras, social media) Improve upon my writing skills to present and document my artworks Learn how to apply for artist grants Learn to prepare my portfolio Learn to assemble and present my artworks for exhibits, and/or preforming opportunities Learn how to run a business Question Title * 7. I choose classes based on: The instructor The art discipline being taught The time the workshop is offered The cost Question Title * 8. When would you be available and prefer taking workshops? State time of day. December to March April to May June to August September to November Time of day Question Title * 9. What would you like to see the SSAC improve upon? Question Title * 10. Would you be interested in participating in a higher level learning workshop (visual, choral, music, literary, theatre etc.) if the SSAC was able to provide the funds to attract a highly qualified instructor to present? Please state the art form/style. Done