Statewide AZ Creative Aging Convenings in May 2023

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In May 2023, AZ Creative Aging will host convenings in four Arizona communities and online, offering a unique opportunity for people working at the intersection of aging, healthcare, and the arts to convene, reconnect, and explore the state of the field and the opportunities ahead!

Apply Now: Creative Youth Grants

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Designed by and for young artists, CYGs support Arizonans, ages 12-19, as they develop new skills or advance their artistic practice outside the traditional school day. This may include paying for lessons, attending a workshop, or paying for supplies and equipment.

Arizona Commission on the Arts Welcomes New Board Chair

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The Arizona Commission on the Arts, an agency of the State of Arizona, announced on March 22, 2023, the appointment of Dawn Wallace as chair of its board of commissioners. Wallace assumes the position previously occupied by Mark Feldman, who served as board chair for 11 years.

Biruni Hariadi is Arizona’s 2023 Poetry Out Loud State Champion!

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On Saturday, March 11, 2023, UArizona Poetry Center in Tucson hosted the the Arizona Poetry Out Loud State Finals. Nine exceptional young people competed for the opportunity to represent Arizona at the National Finals. We’re delighted to announce Arizona’s 2023 Champion: Biruni Hariadi!

2023 Arizona Poetry Out Loud State Finals

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On Saturday, March 11, nine exceptional young people will compete for the opportunity to represent the State of Arizona at the Poetry Out Loud National Finals in Washington, DC, and a shot at the grand prize: a $20,000 college scholarship.

AZ Arts Learning Virtual Symposium

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Update: Full session program now posted!
Join us May 2-4, 2023, as Arizona teaching artists and arts organizations showcase the innovative work taking place across Arizona’s arts learning sector.

The Intersection of Fashion, Art and Business!

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Join us for a discussion focused on helping artists and other creatives better understand the connections between fine art, fashion and design. Panelists will share practical advice and strategies creative entrepreneurs need to succeed within the industry.

34 Arizona Artists Awarded Research & Development Grants

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Awarded through a competitive application and review process, these $5,000 grants support Arizona artists as they work to advance their artistic practice, expand their creative horizons, and deepen the impact of their work.

FY2024 Grants Update

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As we enter this new calendar year, we’re looking ahead to the next fiscal year: FY2024. Over the next several weeks, we will be opening applications for FY2024 grants supporting organizations, festivals, and arts learning programs.