theERA: Artist-Centered. Community-Focused. Creatively Led.

Consulting, Curating, and Collaborating for Equitable Artist Representation.

At theERA, we believe in the power of artists to shape culture, build connection, and transform space. We are a creative partnerships and artist management studio working at the intersection of art, community, and place, rooted in equity, storytelling, and authentic collaboration.

Based in the Midwest and working nationally, we support artists, institutions, organizations, developers, and brands in building meaningful, sustainable relationships. Our work includes public art curation, talent and contract management, creative direction, community engagement, and strategy development that centers artist voices.

We exist to ensure artists are not only included, but empowered and supported with the tools, networks, and partnerships needed to grow and thrive.

What We Believe

• Artists are essential.

• Representation should be fair, transparent, and rooted in care.

• Collaboration builds stronger communities.

• Creativity deserves protection and investment.

Whether you’re an artist looking for support or an organization ready to do things differently, we’d love to collaborate.