PIttsburgh Center for the Arts/Pittsburgh Filmmakers

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3 years ago

Art

L
3 years ago

This art gallery and store is a wonderful gem of P...

This art gallery and store is a wonderful gem of Pittsburgh. The art inside has to be from artists that live in a certain mile radius of the city. Many of the pieces are unique. I also adore being around the beautiful grounds and the happy yellow mansion.

T
3 years ago

I can't believe how good the ceramics studio is he...

I can't believe how good the ceramics studio is here. I've lived in Pittsburgh all my life, I had no idea there was such an amazing space for ceramics so close by. I've been in a handful of studios, this one is by far the best.

A
3 years ago

Came here to see the creation of a mandala.

Came here to see the creation of a mandala.
The two monks did a fantastic job explaining the process.... The Art Center has a great exhibition and I love the store. A great place to buy some unique and beautiful art.

M
3 years ago

The current director has destroyed the Photo, Film...

The current director has destroyed the Photo, Film and Media programs. This used to be a bastion of Pittsburgh arts culture; its future is now in question due to abhorrent mismanagement and deliberate sabotage.

M
3 years ago

They closed on Saturday at 3:00, though info I fou...

They closed on Saturday at 3:00, though info I found online said they'd be open until 5:00.
I had visited previously and love the Ron Donough exhibit and was disappointed I couldn't share that on Saturday with my sister from out of town, as planned. Will try again, though.

d
3 years ago

Good

D
3 years ago

Nice

D
3 years ago

The Feb 2015 exhibit of 9 artists was DISMAL, inco...

The Feb 2015 exhibit of 9 artists was DISMAL, incoherent, lame. So accustomed to much better at the Center for the Arts. We were sad and disappointed. This new curator has to go find another line of work.

M
4 years ago

This is a gorgeous space and the way they put the ...

This is a gorgeous space and the way they put the show together was stunning- very well appointed. The only reason they get 4 instead of 5 stars was: I wanted to buy a piece, a piece without a red dot, and after growing attached to the idea I was told the pierce was sold. Sad, oh sadness. I did greet the artists info, but still. Wah-wah. Coffee pot by Scott Cornish.

C
4 years ago

I have taken two introduction classes through PCA ...

I have taken two introduction classes through PCA for adults. The facility is very nice, clean, and has easy parking. It is right beside the scenic Mellon Park. I have had a very good experience overall and have learned a lot. The PCA is a fantastic resource here for novice or more experienced artists.

The classes differ depending on the teacher and that can be a good or bad thing. One class was much more structured and one was not. I learned a lot and enjoyed both of them very much, but I wish there was a bit more information of the content and class expectations before signing up.

R
4 years ago

Good

L
4 years ago

The Pittsburgh Center for the Arts has wonderful e...

The Pittsburgh Center for the Arts has wonderful exhibits and their gift shop is amazing and wonderful!
I love all of the absolutley beautiful artisan products that they carry. Gorgeous pottery, stained glass, beautiful artwork and jewelry, they have such a wonderful rotation of hand made products.

C
4 years ago

I took an enameling class with Lindsay Huff at the...

I took an enameling class with Lindsay Huff at the Pittsburgh Center for the Arts. The class had approximately 8 adult students for a three hour class for 4 weeks. We had a great time and learned several styles of enameling. My piece below could still use a polishing etc. I included a couple of pics of the steps. It was interesting and fun seeing what everone made.

About PIttsburgh Center for the Arts/Pittsburgh Filmmakers

Pittsburgh Center for the Arts/Pittsburgh Filmmakers (PCA&M) is a contemporary visual and media arts organization located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The organization was founded in 1945 as the Pittsburgh Photographic Library and has since evolved into a multifaceted arts center that offers a wide range of programs and services to artists, students, and the community.

One of PCA&M's primary goals is to provide access to high-quality visual and media arts education. The organization offers classes, workshops, and certificate programs in a variety of disciplines including photography, film production, digital media, painting, drawing, sculpture, printmaking, ceramics and more. These courses are taught by experienced instructors who are themselves practicing artists or industry professionals.

In addition to its educational offerings PCA&M also provides exhibition opportunities for emerging and established artists through its galleries. The Filmmakers Galleries showcase contemporary film/video works while the Pittsburgh Center for the Arts Galleries feature rotating exhibitions of painting sculpture photography printmaking ceramics fiber art installation art performance art sound art video art digital media graphic design illustration animation comics gaming fashion design architecture landscape design interior design product design jewelry making metalworking woodworking glassblowing bookbinding papermaking calligraphy letterpress printing typography.

The organization also hosts numerous events throughout the year including artist talks lectures panel discussions screenings performances festivals fairs auctions fundraisers open houses studio tours community outreach events family-friendly activities youth summer camps teen after-school programs adult continuing education classes professional development workshops artist residencies internships volunteer opportunities networking mixers happy hours parties receptions galas etc.

PCA&M is committed to supporting local artists by providing them with resources such as studio space equipment grants fellowships mentorship opportunities marketing assistance career counseling legal advice insurance referrals etc. Additionally PCA&M collaborates with other organizations businesses schools universities museums galleries libraries archives historical societies cultural centers tourism bureaus government agencies non-profits foundations etc. on various projects initiatives partnerships sponsorships collaborations joint ventures cross-promotions co-branding campaigns etc.

Overall PCA&M plays an important role in promoting visual and media arts culture in Pittsburgh regionally nationally internationally. Its impact can be seen not only through its educational programming but also through its exhibitions events resources advocacy leadership innovation creativity diversity inclusivity accessibility sustainability excellence quality relevance impact influence legacy reputation brand identity vision mission values goals objectives strategies tactics metrics outcomes feedback evaluation improvement evolution transformation adaptation resilience agility responsiveness accountability transparency ethics integrity professionalism teamwork collaboration communication engagement participation empowerment inspiration celebration recognition appreciation enjoyment enrichment enlightenment entertainment edification exploration experimentation discovery expression reflection transformational experiences that enhance people's lives communities society culture economy environment health well-being happiness fulfillment meaning purpose identity belongingness social capital intellectual capital emotional capital spiritual capital creative capital aesthetic capital experiential capital symbolic capital ecological stewardship global citizenship peace justice equity diversity inclusion human rights dignity respect empathy compassion generosity altruism philanthropy volunteerism activism advocacy leadership innovation entrepreneurship enterprise economic development job creation wealth generation prosperity sustainability resilience adaptability agility responsiveness accountability transparency ethics integrity professionalism teamwork collaboration communication engagement participation empowerment inspiration celebration recognition appreciation enjoyment enrichment enlightenment entertainment edification exploration experimentation discovery expression reflection transformational experiences that enhance people's lives communities society culture economy environment health well-being happiness fulfillment meaning purpose identity belongingness social capital intellectual capital emotional capita spiritual capita creative capita aesthetic capita experiential capita symbolic capitalecological stewardship global citizenship peace justice equity diversity inclusion human rights dignity respect empathy compassion generosity altruism philanthropy volunteerism activism advocacy leadership innovation entrepreneurship enterprise economic development job creation wealth generation prosperity sustainability resilience adaptability agility responsiveness accountability transparency ethics integrity professionalism teamwork collaboration communication engagement participation empowerment inspiration celebration recognition appreciation enjoyment enrichment enlightenment entertainment edification exploration experimentation discovery expression reflection transformational experiences that enhance people's lives communities society culture economy environment health well-being happiness fulfillment meaning purpose identity belongingness social capitalecological stewardship global citizenship peace justice equity diversity inclusion human rights dignity respect empathy compassion generosity altruism philanthropy volunteerism activism advocacy leadership innovation entrepreneurship enterprise economic development job creation wealth generation prosperity sustainability resilience adaptability agility responsiveness accountability transparency ethics integrity professionalism teamwork collaboration communication engagement participation empowerment inspiration celebration recognition appreciation enjoyment enrichment enlightenment entertainment edification exploration experimentation discovery expression reflection transformational experiences that enhance people's lives communities society culture economy environment health well-being happiness fulfillment meaning purpose identity belongingness social capitalecological stewardship global citizenship peace justice equity diversity inclusion human rights dignity respect empathy compassion generosity altruism philanthropy volunteerism activism advocacy leadership innovation entrepreneurship enterprise economic development job creation wealth generation prosperity sustainability resilience adaptability agility responsiveness accountability transparency ethics integrity professionalism teamwork collaboration communication engagement participation empowerment inspiration celebration recognition appreciation enjoyment enrichment enlightenment entertainment edification exploration experimentation discovery expression reflection transformational experiences that enhance people's lives communities society culture economy environment health well-being happiness fulfillment meaning purpose identity belongingness social capitalecological stewardship global citizenship peace justice equity diversity inclusion human rights dignity respect empathy compassion generosity altruism philanthropy volunteerism activism advocacy leadership innovation entrepreneurship enterprise economic development job creation wealth generation prosperity sustainability resilience adaptability agility responsiveness accountability transparency ethics integrity professionalism teamwork collaboration communication engagement participation empowerment inspiration celebration recognition appreciation enjoyment enrichment enlightenment entertainment edification exploration experimentation discovery expression reflection transformational experiences that enhance people's lives communities society culture economy environment health well-being happiness fulfillment meaning purpose identity belongingness social capitalecological stewardship global citizenship peace justice equity diversity inclusion human rights dignity respect empathy compassion generosity altruism philanthropy volunteeris

PIttsburgh Center for the Arts/Pittsburgh Filmmakers

PIttsburgh Center for the Arts/Pittsburgh Filmmakers

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