Dica is an arts consultancy based in Wales and working internationally across artist development, project management, production, research and communication.


What does dica mean?
dica (pronounced dee-kah) has different meanings that embody the kinds of services on offer. It comes from the word dire in Italian – to say or tell something. Or in Portuguese it could mean a sort of tip – a piece of advice.  

So what is it that you want to say? What do you want your audience to see, hear or feel? Or do you need some advice on getting things off the ground or some creative sound boarding?

dica can help make your project come to life – through advice or hands on project management – to help you say what you want to tell the world through your artworks, performances, communications, events or new opportunities.


Services
- Advice and coaching for artists and creatives to initiate projects and build sustainable careers
- Support and coaching for artists to create and showcase work 
- Collaboration on creating, programming and producing cultural events, festivals and digital content
- Research in curating, freelancing, cultural development and policy
- Communications strategy and content writing for developing and engaging audiences


Please get in touch on elen@dica.wales
 

Background


Founded in 2017 by Elen Roberts, dica is led by Elen and has access to a range of consultants and creatives offering specialist experience in the arts and cultural sectors.


Elen has over 10 years’ experience in arts management and artist development. She has worked with the Arts Council of Wales and Wales Arts International as staff and in a freelance capacity over the past nine years, including as an Arts Associate.


She has managed arts projects in Argentina, Canada, Germany, Italy, Switzerland and the USA, and collaborated with international governmental offices, embassies, equivalent arts councils and the British Council.

Elen has worked with a number of clients across the visual arts, photography, theatre and music, from individuals to small companies    and national organisations. Find out more in the related pages.


With a background in art history and social theory, Elen became a member of the board of directors of Fair Trade Wales in 2019, bringing in new experience in strategy, organisational development and campaigning for social justice .