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$1,000,000 and beyond!
Photos taken by Jasnoor Kaur
We’re looking back at our major milestone from this past year: making one million dollars for the local arts economy!
We celebrated at Brew House Arts with friends and collaborators we've worked with over the years who helped us make this goal. We're grateful for everyone who's supported us this year and beyond, and we're looking forward to making our next million for the arts economy.
Though we’re thrilled about this milestone, our team is also preparing for what’s to come in 2025. Our Executive Director, Casey Droege, took a moment to write down her thoughts on the future of the arts in the wake of this past November.
“Like so many of you, we are recouping from a pretty bad election hangover. As we try to regain our bearings, I can’t help but imagine the worst case scenarios. Still, I’m finding some strength as I look at what we’ve built already and to this arts community that we are woven into.
The thing that keeps giving me a little peace is the idea that we’ve already built a business that does things differently. We’ve come this far by working around broken systems and pushing for better. We are adept at pivoting and finding the loopholes and figuring out ways to keep our heads above water.
I’m tired- but I’ve been tired for a while, and I’m not giving up. Our team at CDCP is not giving up. We’re resting, replenishing and figuring out ways we can keep moving forward. We will continue to find ways to build our arts economy and support our arts community. We will question the existing structures, we will find ways to create supportive platforms, and we will generate income for artists and arts workers. We will take breaks as needed and we will probably complain - a lot. But I hope that our team’s work will help strengthen this arts ecosystem and make a positive impact during turbulent times.”
We’re looking forward to making a positive impact with you in 2025 and beyond.
Happy New Year!
The CDCP Team
The Art of Democracy: Pole-2-Polls Workshop Series
The Art of Democracy: Pole-2-Polls Workshop Series
at the Manderino Library at PennWest California and Brew House Arts
Join us for two free workshops as a part of our programming for The Art of Democracy: Whose Choice? Exhibiting artist Penny Matter will lead two making workshops where participants will make yard signs encouraging voter participation. Each event will also feature community discussions lead by reproductive rights organizations in Western PA.
Transportation may be available to those who need a ride to California, PA. To learn more about and register for the event at the Manderino Library at PennWest, California, click the button below.
To learn more and register for the event at Brew House Arts, click the button below.
CDCP x WCDC Present: a live painting workshop with Olga Mendenhall
CDCP x WCDC Present: Olga Mendenhall
Live Painting Workshop
WCDC’s Lohr Gallery
Saturday, Sept. 28
12p-3p
Free
Join artist Olga Mendenhall for a free painting workshop, where she will demonstrate how to paint a landscape in acrylic on canvas using a loose, impressionistic style. Olga will focus on simplifying complex shapes and using vibrancy and color to express mood and dimension. Attendees will have the opportunity to watch her process and ask questions, making it perfect for artists and anyone curious looking to explore new techniques and express their creativity in a vibrant and dynamic way.
Seating is limited, please RSVP at the button below. Keep your eyes peeled for a second workshop hosted by WCDC Creative Lead Naomi Chambers, happening on Saturday September 12.
Olga's show will be open to the public from 12-5pm every Saturday at the Lohr Gallery.
CDCP x WCDC Present: Olga Mendenhall
On view: June 29-October 12, 2024
Gallery hours: Saturdays 12-5pm
CDCP x WCDC Present: Olga Mendenhall is now open to the public.
Internationally acclaimed creative expert and painter Olga Mendenhall brings years of artistic brilliance to the realms of art and design. Originally from St. Petersburg, Russia, Olga ventured to the USA in 2011, eventually making Pittsburgh her artistic haven. Olga resided in Wilkinsburg for over 6 years when she first moved to Pittsburgh 10 years ago. Remarking on her time in the borough, Olga said, “[Wilkinsburg] left unforgettable memories and made me feel like home for the first time since I moved to USA from Russia.”
WCDC's Lohr Gallery
725 Wood St.
Pittsburgh, PA 15221
Photo credit: Hannah Colen
2024-2025 Season of CDCP x WCDC Present: Art All Over
We’re thrilled to announce the 2024-2025 Season of CDCP x WCDC Present: Art All Over
Starting in June, join us for a series of exhibitions highlighting local artists with ties to Wilkinsburg. Each artist will also host a free workshop that coincides with their exhibition. Make sure to follow us on Instagram to learn more details on these upcoming events.