Artists Careers built here Resident artists work in private studios with round-the-clock access, and with a commercial wash-down sink, the art library, a business center and the lounge. They get a lecture series and monthly seminars with industry professionals on marketing and technique, feedback from MAX's advisory board, and two exhibitions a year.
Emerging creatives A launchpad for creative businesses MAX's affiliate artists join at three levels. The first enters juried group exhibitions three times a year. The second hosts free public events in MAX's flex space, up to four a month. The third teaches paid classes and workshops there and keeps every dollar of the revenue.
The public A door that is open Anyone can walk in for the First Saturday gallery tours, and weekday visits are arranged by appointment. MAX takes part in Ocala's First Friday Art Walk, and its exhibitions put local artists in front of the people who live here.
Young people Programs for every age The Next Up is a free spoken-word open mic for performers 17 and under, led by a professional performing artist. GoFigure runs figure-drawing sessions open to every skill level.
The city Where Ocala gathers From the Rockin' for the Arts benefit concert to community events proposed by the people who run them, MAX is a place to meet. The Platform along the tracks opens for every event, often with live music, and hosts festivals and large private events.
Good company Backed by Ocala MAX's partners, sponsors, grantors and donors include the Ocala Foundation, Fine Arts For Ocala, the City of Ocala, Duke Energy, the College of Central Florida, Clay Electric Cooperative and the Ocala Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce.