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Opportunities & Resources

Opportunities + Resources

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Rincón de Arte - Holiday Art Market at the Watsonville Center for the Arts

December 13, 2024 - 7:00 PMJoin us for Rincón de Arte – a pop-up Holiday Art Market at the Watsonville Center for the Arts! Shop one-of-a-kind treasures: Art, jewelry, crafts, and more—all handmade by talented local artists.

Yesenia Molina on Cultivating Creativity, Equity, and Justice in the Arts

Listen to Yesenia Molina, Watsonville Arts Program Manager, on On The Cutting Edge (KSQD.ORG) as she shares her vision for fostering creativity, supporting artists, and promoting justice and equity in the arts across Watsonville and beyond.

Tannery Arts Center Winter Art Market

December 14, 2024 - 12:00 AMDiscover, Experience, And Support Local Art During The 12th Annual Winter Art Market At The Tannery Arts Center On Saturday, December 14 In The City Of Santa Cruz.

Call for Teaching Artists

Arts Council Santa Cruz County is seeking teaching artists in all disciplines, including substitute positions for the Arts Education programs, SPECTRA and Mariposa Arts.

Empower the Arts in California – Join Today!

Become a member of CA for the Arts and help champion the importance of arts and culture in our communities. Your support drives advocacy, fosters collaboration, and ensures accessible programs for a vibrant cultural future.

I have felt an immense amount of support through the Arts Council and am incredibly thankful to get to work with you all on a variety of projects.

Gazelle WalkerTannery digital media & visual artist, Develop Grant recipient

Open Studios is all about building lasting connections. Not only to new and old collectors, to friends and to fellow artists, but also to robust local support and information

Liz CrainArtist

As a long time teacher I have continually had the pleasure of witnessing the JOY, self-esteem, and community bonding that arts education inspires.

Muffie MillerRetired educator and arts education advocate

The arts make our county so special. From incredible artists to world-class music, dance and film programs, we have access to experiences that are usually found in larger cities.

Consuelo AlbaCo-Founder & Executive Director, Watsonville Film Festival