About Root division
Root Division: Connecting Creativity and Community through Art
Root Division is a non-profit organization that has been connecting creativity and community through a dynamic ecosystem of arts education, exhibitions, and studios since its founding in 2002. The organization was established as a sustainable arts hub with the aim of providing artists with affordable studio space, exhibition opportunities, and access to resources that would help them grow their careers.
Over the years, Root Division has grown into one of the most respected visual arts organizations in San Francisco. The organization's mission is to empower artists by providing them with the tools they need to succeed in their creative endeavors while also fostering a sense of community among artists and art enthusiasts alike.
One of Root Division's core programs is its Studio Artist Program. This program provides affordable studio space for emerging and mid-career artists who are looking for a supportive environment where they can create new work. In addition to studio space, participating artists have access to professional development opportunities such as workshops on grant writing, marketing strategies for artists, and portfolio reviews.
Another important aspect of Root Division's work is its Education Program. This program offers classes and workshops on various aspects of art-making such as drawing, painting, printmaking, sculpture, photography, video production etc., taught by experienced instructors who are themselves practicing artists. These classes are open to people of all ages and skill levels.
Root Division also hosts regular exhibitions featuring works by local emerging or established contemporary visual artists from diverse backgrounds working across different mediums including painting sculpture installation photography video performance etc.. These exhibitions provide an opportunity for both emerging or established contemporary visual artiststo showcase their work while also engaging with audiences from diverse backgrounds.
In addition to these core programs Root division also offers other services like Art Sales & Rentals which allows collectors or businesses interested in supporting local art scene an opportunityto purchase artworks directly from participating artist at reasonable prices; Custom Framing Services which provides custom framing services at competitive prices; Art Consulting Services which helps individuals or businesses find artworks that fit their specific needs; Event Space Rental which provides event spaces suitable for hosting events like weddings corporate events parties etc..
Overall Root division has become an integral part of San Francisco’s vibrant arts scene over the years thanks largely due to its commitment towards empowering emerging visual artiststhrough affordable studio spaces professional development opportunities educational programmingand exhibition opportunitieswhile fostering community engagement among audiences from diverse backgrounds.Root division continues striving towards creating more inclusive equitableand accessible art ecosystemfor all stakeholders involvedin Bay Area’s thriving cultural landscape.