Join Our Team!

We're looking to expand our small yet mighty team at Kala. Applications are due August 15th so please spread the word and get your applications started for either  Art Sales & Collections Manager and/or Communications & Development Manager. Positions are 30-36 hours a week (4 days week), $27-$29/hr and include health, dental, vision, paid time off and other benefits. We’re seeking candidates aligned with Kala’s commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion as we build creative opportunities for artists and the community. Check out the job descriptions and if it's a good match, apply today. We'll start interviews in September.

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Come Draw With Us

Date & Time: Monday, August 21, 6-9pm

Location: Kala Gallery & Classroom

Cost: $20-35 sliding scale

We will have a model for the full 3 hours during which participants can practice their figure drawing at their own pace, work on incorporating a figure into an existing piece, or however else they’d like to use their time. Kala will provide drawing boards and standing easels, but recommend that participants bring tools and surfaces of their choice to the session.

This community workshop is open to all 18 and above. Please RSVP ahead of time, as we have limited spots available.

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Teen Studio Fall Registration Open
Join Kala’s Teen Studio art program for skill-based art-making, hands-on projects, and activities during the academic school year. Designed for young artists in 6th-12th grades.

Teen Studio After School

Wednesdays, Sept 13-Dec 6, 4-6:30pm

(12 sessions)

Instructor: Yael Levy

Location: Kala Gallery & Classroom

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Teen Studio: Drawing for Teens

Tuesdays, Sept 12-Nov 14, 4-5:30pm

(10 sessions)

Instructor: Ali Vaughan

Location: Kala Gallery & Classroom

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After School Fall Registration Open
Join Kala’s After School Program today! Our fun and interactive art-making experiences are designed for young artists in 1st-5th grades.

After School Studio - Tuesdays
Sept 5-Dec 19, 2:45-5:30pm
(15 sessions)
Instructor: Kala Teaching Artists
Location: Kala Gallery & Classroom

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After School Studio - Thursdays

Sep 7-Dec 21, 2:45-5:30pm

(15 sessions)

Instructor: Kala Teaching Artists

Location: Kala Gallery & Classroom

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After School Trial Days
Want your child to experience our after-school programs before registering? We schedule Trial Days on a space-available basis. If you sign up for a class, Kala will prorate the total tuition for the remaining time in our school year!

After School Studio Trial Days
Grades 1-5
Tuesdays, Sept 5-Dec 19
Thursdays, Sept 7-Dec 21
Instructor: Kala Teaching Artists
Location: Kala Gallery & Classroom

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Teen Studio Trial Days
Grades 6-12
Tuesdays, Sept 12-Nov 14
Wednesdays, Sept 13-Dec7
Instructor: Kala Teaching Artists
Location: Kala Gallery & Classroom

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Call for Teaching Artists

Kala's Education Team is looking for teaching artists who have experience teaching visual art to diverse youth and family populations and want to work in a community setting. Check out the job description for this casual, non-exempt position for more details. Positions open until filled, no calls please.

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More News... In Brief 

- Kala Project Spaces: open studio hours this Monday, Aug 14th 3-5pm! Join artists Kabuya Pamela Bowens-Saffo and Jayne Foster for an installation and review of prints created during their artist residency at Kala Art Institute. Location: Kala Gallery, 2990 San Pablo Avenue, Berkeley.

- Exhibition catalog for Archana Horsting, On the Fringe of the Field, A Survey of Works 1972-2022 available at Kala Gallery for $30 + tax or online for $45 (shipping/tax included). Get yours today!

- Apply now for the California Arts Council's Individual Artist Fellowship Program for $5,000-$50,000 grant awards. Applications due September 30th.

- Become a part of the dynamic and creative Kala community by joining Friends of Kala Membership program today. Support Kala and receive all sorts of benefits!