Art

Why hello again. We also love art. Here are the various ideas and projects we are working on.

#1

Canvas Art Collective

The Canvas Art Collective, a program of Energize Tacoma, is a vibrant initiative dedicated to celebrating and supporting the artistic community by providing a shared space for diverse talents to be displayed and appreciated. This collective transforms the walls of the Painting Panda Pottery Studio into a dynamic gallery, featuring a permanent exhibition of wall art from artists of various styles and mediums. By offering high visibility in a high-traffic area, the Canvas Art Collective creates significant opportunities for artists to engage with art enthusiasts, potential buyers, and the broader community, fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment where creativity can flourish.

#2

Black Contemporaries

Black Contemporaries is an innovative initiative aimed at showcasing the talents of local Black artists. By curating and displaying contemporary artworks, this project will provide a dynamic platform for artistic expression, cultural representation, and community engagement. Through collaboration with artists and community leaders, thoughtfully planned exhibits, and complementary events such as artist talks and workshops, Black Contemporaries seeks to empower Black artists, educate the community, and foster a deeper appreciation for contemporary Black art. This initiative, aligned with the goals of Energize Tacoma and the Sankofa Center, promises to enrich Tacoma's cultural landscape while supporting the professional growth and visibility of local artists.

#3

O.A.M - Original Art Murals

Energize Tacoma's Original Art Mural Program enhances the city's cultural landscape with vibrant, community-inspired murals. Collaborating with local artists, businesses, and residents, the program creates murals that reflect Tacoma's diverse heritage and artistic spirit. These artworks beautify public spaces and foster community connections.

Key Features:

Community Engagement: Involvement of local residents and artists.
Partnerships: Collaboration for spaces and funding.
Cultural Representation: Showcasing Tacoma's diversity.
Education: Workshops for youth and aspiring artists.

This program highlights Tacoma's commitment to supporting local artists and enriching the city's visual appeal.

#4

TAC- Tacoma Artist Collaborative

Purpose: Tacoma Art Collaborative is a community-driven initiative that brings together local artists, organizations, and residents to create meaningful, interactive art experiences. Through workshops, public art projects, and immersive installations, we foster creativity, collaboration, and cultural expression in Tacoma. Our goal is to make art accessible to all, providing opportunities for artists and community members to co-create and showcase their work in innovative ways.

#5

Kai's Room (Inner Sanctum)

Kai’s Room is an immersive art experience that blends mystery, storytelling, and interactive design to transport visitors into a world of discovery. Rooted in the overarching Inner Sanctum narrative, the exhibit follows the story of Kai, a curious child who stumbles upon his father’s classified aerospace research, leading him to uncover a hidden world of extraterrestrial secrets, government cover-ups, and strange phenomena tied to Tacoma’s history.

Designed as a fully interactive environment, Kai’s Room invites visitors to explore, touch, and decipher clues embedded within the space. From cryptic documents to hidden messages and surreal artifacts, each detail tells a piece of the larger mystery. This experience is part of a broader effort to cultivate immersive art in Tacoma, providing both artists and the public with a unique, hands-on creative encounter.

Visitors can expect a mix of science fiction, local folklore, and artistic ingenuity, making Kai’s Room an unforgettable journey into the unknown. Project is funded by Tacoma's Office of Arts & Cultural Vitality.

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