Boston University will host TransCultural Exchange's 2013 Conference on International Opportunities in the Arts: Engaging Minds, October 10-13, 2013.

“One of the best things in the world of art today” – David Medalla, Director, The London Biennale.

This year the Conference theme is 'Engaging Minds'. Laurie Anderson will serve as the keynote speaker.

The Conference panels will focus on topics meant to inspire and address many artists' desire to engage in other fields of discipline; while, at the same time, preserving the Conferences' aim to serve as the international forum for practicing artists and related professionals, including:

• Extensive networking opportunities and social events.
•  Portfolio reviews with funders, curators, gallery owners, residency directors and critics.
• 50 panels with topics ranging from cultural diplomacy to paid residencies.
• Workshops on marketing, grant writing and copyright law.
•  Visits to Boston’s attractions, including MIT's Art and Architecture program.
• Gallery receptions, concerts and readings.

See the TransCultural website for further information about fees and how to register. Student registrations end Sept 10 2013, and regular registrations end Sept 20 2013. Conference fees are often tax-deductible.

TransCultural Exchange’s Conference attendees receive direct, tangible results - including sales, exhibits and artist-in-residency program invites. As one 2011 attendee wrote: " . . It was the single most interesting, enjoyable and productive conference that I have ever attended . . . I have already received invitations for two U.S. exhibitions and two international residencies. . . As the name of the conference states, this was truly about an exchange of information, suggestions, and resources. It was the polar opposite of a pretentious atmosphere."