Artist Resources

This Directory is provided as a service to the Pasadena community through the support of the City Manager, the Cultural Affairs Division, the Pasadena Arts & Culture Commission and Cultural Nexus.

The Resource Directory is intended to help equitably distribute information among Pasadena-based artists, teaching artists, and arts educators in order to increase access to job, exhibition, performance and funding opportunities, and to promote new collaborations. It is also meant to support the important work of Pasadena-based artists, organizations and businesses.

Each link has been chosen with that goal in mind. If you know of institutions, companies, suppliers or opportunities available in Pasadena or to Pasadena residents, which are not listed on this site, please feel free to contact us.

For any other questions or comments on the links or information provided on the following pages please contact the City of Pasadena Cultural Affairs Division at (626) 744-7062 or email culturalaffairs@cityofpasadena.net

Registry

Pasadena Artists' Registry

 

The City of Pasadena’s Artist Registry is an online resource for individuals, schools, arts organizations and others looking to buy art, to hire teaching artists for special programs or permanent employment, or to network with artists in the community. This directory also provides a free venue in which artists and arts organizations can promote their services and strengthen their visibility.

Register

Jobs

Job Opportunities

 
Most of these sites are updated daily, or whenever new positions are posted.  We have not included the standard commercial sites that are not specifically geared toward jobs for artists. For more ideas on developing a career in the arts, visit the Professional Development page of this Directory.

Public Communications Coordinator

The responsibilities of the candidate in this position are to market and promote the USC Pacific Asia Museum’s programs and services, and serve as a spokesperson for the organization within the community, to government agencies, and/or to business partners. The individual in this role will coordinate media and public relations activities.

For further details on the position and to apply click here or visit http://usccareers.usc.edu and enter Public Communications Coordinator into the Search Jobs bar.

Grants Writer/Coordinator

Researches grant opportunities that match the goals and objectives of the USC Pacific Asia Museum. Gathers information from various departments and organizes and writes grant proposals from government, corporate and foundation sources. Develops/maintains effective, long term working relationships with grantors to facilitate approval of grants. Monitors grant status and reports on use of funds.

For further details on the position and to apply click here or visit http://usccareers.usc.edu and enter Grants Writer/Coordinator into the Search Jobs bar.

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Exhibition

Exhibition

 

The following non-profit organizations offer some rental facilities for meetings and events. Please check with them directly for prices and restrictions.

The following Pasadena venues accept unsolicited applications for exhibitions. Please view their websites for submission procedures.

LA Area Arts Venues

Housing and Work Space

  • Loopnet.com – has a free list of commercial properties available in Pasadena including warehouses, retail and office space

Online Galleries

There are a variety of ways for visual artists to display their work on the internet. The following is a list of on-line galleries where artists can register and digitally post their work for viewing by an international audience.

Health and Disability

Health and Disability

 

Healthcare and Health Insurance

Below are some links to sites that offer helpful information on how to obtain health insurance or health benefits for those who are currently uninsured.

Artists and Disabilities

The following links will provide valuable information on making the arts more accessible for everyone. If you know of other websites that deal with any of these important issues and would like us to add them, please contact culturalaffairs@cityofpasadena.net

Teachers

Lesson Plans, Curriculum Materials & Professional Development

 
If you are a classroom teacher or a teaching artist, the following links will help you plan and improve your arts curriculum in all four disciplines – theatre, dance, music, and the visual arts.

Supplies

Tools, Materials & Supplies for Artists

 
The Pasadena Arts Council has a complete list of artists’ materials and supplies at http://pasadenaartscouncil.org

Grant Opportunities

Artist Grant Opportunities

 

The following links have been divided into two categories: sites that contain lists of grant opportunities and the grant makers’ actual websites. For workshops that can help you hone your grant writing skills, visit our Artists Workshops, Residencies, and Professional Development page of this Directory.

Local Grants for Individual Artists: 

  • Feitelson Grant Recipient Announced