CALL FOR ARTISTS/RFQ: Washington State Library Archives Building
ArtsWA is seeking artists to submit conceptual designs for artworks to be installed in the forthcoming Washington State Library Archives…
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Catalyst for the Arts
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The Catalyst – Back to School Edition
ArtsWA is gearing up for the new school year with Arts in Education grant opportunities, resources for teaching artists, and lots of great online videos for early learners. Check out the the Back to School Edition of The Catalyst, ArtsWA’s eNewsletter. https://conta.cc/3yCHPEM
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The Catalyst – August ArtsWA News
In this issue read about the new 2021 Public Artist Roster; an update on Creative Districts capital projects, and a reminder to register for Poetry Out Loud.
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Introducing the 2021 Public Artist Roster
At its August 2021 meeting, the ArtsWA board unanimously approved 476 artists and artist teams for the 2021 Public Artist Roster. Nearly half of the accepted artists were first-time applicants, and many are experienced studio artists new to public art. Washington artists hail from rural and urban locations in 22 counties statewide. Nearly half of the accepted artists were first-time applicants, and many are experienced studio artists new to public art. Washington artists hail from rural and urban locations in 22 counties statewide.
ArtsWA Programs & Activities
About Us
ArtsWA is the Washington State Arts Commission. We are a state agency, formed by the Washington State Legislature in 1961. The Legislature recognized that the arts enrich our communities. Our mission is to nurture and support the role of the arts in the lives of all Washingtonians.
Public Art
Our Art in Public Places program (AIPP) purchases and cares for artworks in state buildings, colleges, universities, and schools throughout Washington. The State Art Collection includes nearly 5,000 artworks, located where people study, work, and live.
Arts in Education
ArtsWA is committed to improving and expanding early learning and K-12 arts education. Our grants and programs serve students, families, and communities.
Grants
ArtsWA grants help communities nurture and grow the arts. These communities are located in rural and urban areas throughout the state. Our grants focus on cultural equity, the creative economy, and K-12 education.
ArtsWA Spotlight
2021 Washington State Poetry Out Loud Final
ArtsWA presents the 2021 Washington State Poetry Out Loud Final on Tuesday, March 16, 2021. Partners for this event are the National Endowment for the Arts and the Poetry Foundation. Ten high school students from across the state are featured in the final competition in this online broadcast. The 10 regional champions are from Benton, Clark, King, Okanogan, Pierce, Skagit, Spokane, and Yakima counties.