We’re so glad you’re here. Join in for stories from the Creative Growth Gallery and Studio, and take a tour of a home filled with work by our artists. Check out projects from the archives, shop brand new Beyond Trend fashion, and find treasureS in the virtual Gallery. Finally, we invite you to dress up in style and break out your best dance moves as Merrill Garbus (Tune-Yards) spins her favorite tracks. Get ready to get down with Creative Growth.
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Thanks to everyone who joined the original Party in Place on April 25!
4/25 AFTERNOON line-up
2:00 pm Live Conversation
Learn about Creative Growth’s role in the global art world from Tom di Maria and Sarah Galender Meyer.
2:30 pm Home Tour
Step inside an East Bay home filled with an inspiring collection of Creative Growth artwork.
3:00 pm All-Age Figure Drawing
Pick up a pencil or pen, grab a piece of paper, and make art with Creative Growth artists in our virtual studio.
3:30 pm Questions & Answers
Ever wondered what it’s like to work at Creative Growth? Find out as instructors talk about their experiences and answer questions.
4:00 pm DJ Dance Party
Let loose and find your groove with Creative Growth artists as Merrill Garbus (Tune-Yards) spins her favorite songs.
New to Creative Growth?
We look forward to welcoming you to our Oakland Gallery when we re-open. Until then, here’s a short introduction to the magic.
WORKING FROM HOME
Creative Growth artists are findinG new ways to keep their practice in place.
VIRTUAL GALLERY
You've noticed that it’s time to bring some beauty into your home and revive your walls and shelves! We can help. With 150+ artists working in the Studio, we have many pieces to share, check out a special collection of framed work and ceramics for immediate relief. Half of every sale goes directly to the artist and the rest supports our (currently virtual) programming.
GALLERY PICKS
Creative Growth artists have deeply individual artistic styles and their work is sought after by collectors and exhibitors worldwide. Take a look at select pieces and learn about each artist’s process. Don’t worry if you fall in love—everything is for sale!
PHONE A FRIEND
With all the devices we’re using to connect while sheltering in place we can’t discount the cell phone! Make a gift to support Creative Growth and we’ll mail you this 12x18 inch limited-edition screen print by John Martin. It’s our way of saying thanks and HELLO!
CERAMICS WE LOVE
Our artists are constantly innovating and adapting this art form, using a multitude of techniques and glazes. Here’s a selection of treasured pieces from the Studio—just let us know if you want to see more.
EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO SHELTER IN STYLE
Creative Growth has the apparel you want to make a statement online and at the grocery store—plus, chic additions for your virtual happy hours.
2020 UPDATE:
We hit pause on Creative Growth’s annual spring runway show, but here’s a sneak peek at select Beyond Trend fashion. We can’t wait to celebrate the 10th anniversary of this special event with you in the future. Stay tuned for updates, and in the meantime, pick up some special runway pieces.
2020 fashion in action
FIND YOUR JAM
Keep the party going with our collection of Party in Place playlists made by Creative Growth artists and staff.
AT THE MOVIES
Pop some popcorn, dim the lights, and enjoy footage from Creative Growth’s film archives. Get an artist-eye view of the Studio,
watch the creative process unfold, and enjoy gems from our Digital Media Lab.
In Theater One: Artist Spotlights
Explore artist William Scott’s creative vision of a peaceful future, including the utopian Praise Frisco.
Join renowned textile artist Judith Scott (1943-2005) in process as she wraps, knots, and builds one of her singular sculptures.
Tour Creative Growth from the perspective of artist Nicole Storm, who famously makes her marks on found papers while in motion.
In Theater Two: FEATURE PRESENTATIONS
Artist John Hiltunen’s collaged characters spring to life in this animated twist on James Bond.
Artist William Tyler outlines the new rules for movie theater etiquette.
The fate of humanity rests with the intrepid crew of its last starship—STARQUARIUS!
