Practice & Presence: Building a Sustainable Creative Life is a free, community-centered gathering  in Chicago designed for artists and creatives to build sustainable, informed, and connected lives. The event features practical finance workshops alongside access to a legal café, consultations and other resource providers offering guidance on the real-life challenges artists face. 

These workshops are a space to connect—over food, finances, art, and more. Whether you’re seeking tools, support, or simply community, this event invites you to engage, learn, and grow within a network grounded in care and collective sustainability.