By Hannah Irene Rubenstein
MAP Fund’s SPA Program — or, Scaffolding for Practicing Artists — was founded on the simple idea that working artists need not only financial investment, but also holistic support across all corners of their work. As an early-career writer, I know firsthand how isolating it can be to build a creative practice. Throughout my time with SPA, I have been constantly reminded that forming community and support networks is paramount to building a sustainable practice, no matter what medium you work in or what stage of your career you find yourself in. “Don’t worry alone,” is a phrase we sometimes use around SPA.
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