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Kala Art Institute News - August 24, 2023

Arts and Entertainment

August 25, 2023

From: Kala Art Institute

Support Kala August 24, 2023!

As August speeds on by, we're reaching out to Kala's community for some end of the fiscal year support. We love that the spirit of creativity and collaboration is alive and well at Kala as we wrap up Kala's 49th year and get ready for 50!! We are proud of all we've accomplished so far. In order to keep the opportunities rolling, we have a fundraising challenge with a goal to raise $80,000 before September 30th to help Kala do what we do best -- nurture creativity, support artists, inspire youth, and connect artists and the community through artist residencies, arts education, exhibitions, and public programs.

Thanks for supporting Kala by making your tax-deductible donation August 24, 2023!

- Contribute online either with a one-time donation or check the recurring donation box to make monthly payments (PayPal)

- Or, to use a credit card, please call Ellen at 510-520-6438

- Or, to donate stocks, http://bit.ly/2syVv2z

- Or, send a check to: Kala Art Institute, 1060 Heinz Avenue, Berkeley, CA 94710

Make the Possibilities Happen

DONATE NOW!

Save the Date: Dig and Rise Events

Save the Date! Stay tuned for more details on the following events for the exhibition Dig and Rise, featuring new works by 2022-2023 Kala Fellowship and Media Residency artists.

Zoom/ Virtual Artist Talk + Q&A

Date and Time: Saturday, September 9, noon-1pm

Artists: Sass Popoli and Sungjae Lee

In-person Artist Talk + Q&A

Date and Time: Saturday, September 16, 2-3:30pm

Artists: Nasim Moghadam and Rosa Park

In-person Artist Talk + Performance + Closing Reception

Date and Time: Thursday, September 21, 5:30-8pm

5:30-7pm, Artist Talk + Q&A with Paola de la CalleMeghana BisineerLani Asunción, and Trina Michelle Robinson

7pm, Performance by artist Lani Asunción

7-8pm, Closing Reception

Learn More

Adult Class Highlights

Intro to Copper Plate Etching

Thursdays, Sept 7-Oct 5, 6-9pm

Instructor: Sylvia Hughes-Gonzales

Location: Kala Printmaking Studio

Register Now

Color Lithography with Aluminum Plates

Tuesdays & Wednesdays, Sept 12, 13, 19, 20, 26 & 27, 6-9pm

Instructor: Rudolph Taylor

Location: Kala Printmaking Studio

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Mixed Media Dry Point Etching

Saturdays, Sept 16-23, 10am-1pm

Instructor: Kelsey Jones

Location: Kala Printmaking Studio

Register Now

Revamp Your Wardrobe: Upcycling & Dyeing Fabrics

Saturdays, Sept 16 & 23, 10am-1pm

Instructor: Njeri Akosua

Location: Kala Community Classroom

Register Now

All Adult Classes

After School Fall Registration

Fun and interactive art-making experiences 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

Register Now

After School Studio - Thursdays

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

(15 sessions)

Instructor: Kala Teaching Artists

Location: Kala Gallery & Classroom

Register Now

10% Multi-child / Multi-session Discount / Payment Plan

Want your child to experience our after-school programs before registering? After School Trial Days available 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!

Teen Studio Fall Registration

Skill-based art-making, hands-on projects, and activities designed for young artists in 6th-12th grades.

Teen Studio: Drawing for Teens

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

(10 sessions)

Instructor: Ali Vaughan

Location: Kala Gallery & Classroom

Register Now

Teen Studio After School

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

(12 sessions)

Instructor: Yael Levy

Location: Kala Gallery & Classroom

Register Now

Acrylic Painting: Building Layers of Color

Saturdays, Sept 16 - Oct 14, 12:30-3pm

Instructor: Krista Wright

Location: Kala Community Classroom & Gallery

Register Now

10% Multi-child / Multi-session Discount / Payment Plan

Want your child to experience our after-school programs before registering? Teen Studio Trial Days available 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!

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.

Learn More

More News... In Brief

- Join Kala AIR, Ramekon O'Arwisters for Crochet Jam at the de Young Museum, Saturday, August 26, 11am-3pm!

- Kala-affiliated artist, Kathy Aoki has a solo show at b. sakata garo in Sacramento, on view through Sept 2nd. Meet the Artist and Performance, Saturday, Aug 26th, 4-5:30pm.

- 2022-2023 Kala Fellowship Artist, Paola de la Calle's solo show, In This House We Are All Buried Alive, at SOMArts closes Aug 27th.

- Christine Meuris: Signs and Symbols at Mercury Twenty Gallery through Sept 2nd.

- 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!