The City of Culver City is pleased to announce the 2023 Culver City Artist Laureate Program to develop the art forms, enrich the community with their exhibits, performances, presentations, and service.
Donor Name: City of Culver City
State: California
City: Culver City
Type of Grant: Award
Deadline: 10/10/2022
Grant Size: $20,000
Grant Duration: 2 years
Details:
The program is a collaboration between the City of Culver City — the City Council and Cultural Affairs Commission — and Culver City Arts Foundation. Funding is made possible by the City’s percent for art program and a grant from the Culver City Arts Foundation, dedicated to supporting the arts in Culver City.
The City will appoint for a two-year term an individual artist from one of three arts discipline categories—fine and visual arts, performing arts, and literary arts—to serve as cultural ambassador and advocate for the arts within Culver City.
The award will recognize artistic excellence, support the continuing development of the artist’s work, and spotlight the important role individual artists play in contributing to a vibrant, equitable and healthy community, enriching the city’s creative economy, and positively impacting the quality of life for people of all ages.
Funding Information
The Artist Laureate Award will provide access, recognition, and a stipend of $20,000 in support of the artist. An additional $10,000 is available for supplies and related costs.
Expectations of the Artist Laureate
- Advocate for the arts across disciplines within the community, including artistic equity, cultural diversity and access
- Create original artwork, exhibit/perform/engage with the public
- Foster opportunities for arts learning
- Develop a workplan that addresses the goals of the program and make presentations
- Plan events/programs, engage in activities that promote the arts in Culver City, and attend community events
- Liaise and partner with City staff, Cultural Affairs Commission, Culver City Arts Foundation, Culver City Unified School District, community groups, non-profit organizations
For more information, visit City of Culver City.