CALL TO ARTISTS & COMMUNITY  OPPORTUNITIES

The Southern Arizona Arts and Cultural Alliance offers year round opportunities for artists to exhibit their work in the community in galleries, at festivals and events, as well as booking for concerts and special projects.  Below are current opportunities that are open for application at SAACA.  In addition, SAACA provides a free local Call to Artist service open to all organizations to submit open artist and creative opportunities. 
We believe the arts provide a tool for mobilization and build community leadership and capacity. 
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​We are proud to collaborate with local businesses, governments, arts and cultural organizations, and individual artists in our community to create custom arts partnerships and opportunities. ​
VISUAL ARTIST, MURAL, SCULPTURE & CRAFT ARTISAN OPPORTUNITIES
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Desert Artisans' Gallery, Tucson, AZ
Desert Artisans' Gallery, Tucson's longest running artists' cooperative, is currently jurying for full membership 2D and 3D artists.  If you are interested in being a part of a group of artists whose focus is not only artistic excellence, but a collaborative approach to the art business, then consider joining Desert Artisans’.  For further information visit our website at DesertArtisansGallery.com and click on “Call to Artists”
How to Apply for Opportunity - All applicants must present original artwork for jury, and reside full time in the Tucson area.  If, after reviewing the "Call to Artists" on our website, you are interested in jurying, please contact info@deesrtartisansgallery.com
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SAACA - Artist in Residence at CATALYST Arts & Maker Space (Tucson, AZ)
The Southern Arizona Arts & Cultural Alliance is seeking local artists for the inaugural Artist-in-Residence program at CATALYST Arts & Maker Space in the Tucson Mall. The program provides flexible space for artists to create in an open studio environment with opportunities to engage the community through collaboration, workshops, and artist talks. The Artist-in-Residence will also serve as CATALYST ambassador, educating the public about SAACA and CATALYST Arts & Maker Space. Learn more and apply online at:   https://saaca.formstack.com/forms/catalyst_artist_in_residence. 

Northern Arizona University Art Museums : A Sense of Place: Identity, Community, and Geography on the Colorado Plateau 
Northern Arizona University’s Clara M. Lovett Art Museum is pleased to announce a juried two-dimensional exhibition to be presented at the Clara M. Lovett Art Museum in the fall of 2024 in conjunction with Cline Library Special Collections and Archives. The exhibition in the Clara M. Lovett Art Museum galleries will present new works conceived within the conceptual categories of identity, community, and geography within the broader theme of a sense of place. The Museum invites submissions exploring the many layers of our connection to physical past, present and future spaces as well as how place impacts community collective identity and personal concepts of identity (or the lack thereof) in relation to the Colorado Plateau through painting, printmaking, and/or photography. A nonrefundable entry fee of $45.00 entitles the artist to submit up to four entries. When you access the entry form on the website, you will be asked to provide some info about yourself.
To learn more, visit https://nau.edu/artmuseum/prospectus/
Deadline: Jan 22, 2024 11:59 PM 

PERFORMING ARTS, LIVE ART & MUSICIAN OPPORTUNITIES

SAACA - Musician and Performer Opportunities at SAACA Events & Festivals (Statewide)
The Southern Arizona Arts and Cultural Alliance is currently seeking musicians and performers to participate in upcoming programming. You can apply online and indicate your interest in the below programs through the online application.
•    March 18-19, 2023 - Oro Valley Spring Festival of the Arts - Mainstage Music and Cultural Performances, Strolling Acoustic Performances, Interactive Arts Activities
•    Ongoing - Music Performance Opportunities at Concert Series, Westward Look Resort, JW Marriott Starr Pass Resort
•    Ongoing - Creative Aging Programs at Senior Living Communities - Music and Performing Arts Performances, Arts & Crafts Workshops
Apply online at https://saaca.formstack.com/forms/artist_information_form

Local Musicians and Band Performance Opportunities (Phoenix, AZ)
Pita Jungle Downtown Phoenix location is looking for singer/songwriter solo artists as well as trio and quartet bands that perform originals as well as covers for the months of November through March.
The solo gig pays $150 for 2 sets between 6 and 8 pm. The full band gig pays $450. The performer, (or each performer if full band performance), gets one complimentary meal and two free drinks.
*Note: Small PA must be provided by the artist. We DO NOT have an in house PA.
Call Scott White directly at 480.203.6842 or email at swhite@pitajungle.com

Tucson Youth Music center Seeks Music Teachers and Volunteers
CATALYST is partnering with Tucson Youth Music Center to bring free weekly music lessons for underserved families in the community! Tucson Youth Music Center (TYMC) provides comprehensive weekly free music lessons to teach students how to play a musical instrument as well as, proper technique, repertoire, sight-reading, music theory, ear training, performance, and music appreciation. All necessary materials are provided to qualifying school-age children, pre-K through 12. TYMC music teachers are an extraordinary group of musicians who bring compassion and understanding to the life transforming power of music education.  Support, volunteer, or see if your child qualifies for lessons by visiting the Tucson Youth Music Center website. For more information, contact Dana Wier <dana.wier@tucsonyouthmusic.org>


MORE OPPORTUNITIES

Arizona Federation of Weavers & Spinners Guild - Search for Guild President & Secretary Nominations (Statewide, Remote)
The Arizona Federation of Weavers & Spinners is searching for persons to nominate for the volunteer-run positions of Guild President and Guild Secretary. Must be a fiber artist and have knowledge or membership in fiber guild in your area. Please email azfedrep@thsg.org by March 30th for more information on duties and responsibilities. www.azfed.org

SAACA Arts Administration & Marketing Internship Program (Statewide)
The Southern Arizona Arts and Cultural Alliance is currently seeking social media, web and outreach interns to support our culinary, visual arts, and collective art space at the Tucson Mall. Internships begin in January 2023. Internships can be provided remotely, as well as onsite in Tucson, AZ. To learn more or apply, visit https://saaca.formstack.com/forms/saaca_internship_application


CATALYST Art Space offers Collective Office and Creation Space (Tucson, AZ)
CATALYST combines over 14,000 square feet of flexible meeting, event, classroom, and production space. SAACA conceived CATALYST after identifying a need for a dedicated community space that could uplift, connect and build stronger collaborations within our creative sector.  Hosting special events, seminars, presentations, art experiences, rehearsals, performances, and social gatherings for 25-350 people. Work with other creatives, makers, and community leaders in an inspiring and collaborative environment to seed new work, projects, and creativity together.  As a true community space, CATALYST is designed for collaboration and co-working. Based in the Tucson Mall, CATALYST offers plenty of parking, ADA accessibility, comfortable air conditioning, and a fun and colorful environment. Are you interested in utilizing CATALYST for as low as $150 as your home base? Contact kevin@saaca.org



ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

Arizona Commission on the Arts
Artist Opportunities Arts Opportunities - Arizona Commission on the Arts (azarts.gov)
Job Opportunities Jobs - Arizona Commission on the Arts (azarts.gov)

Arts Foundation for Tucson and Southern Arizona
​Public Art Opportunities Arts Foundation for Tucson and Southern Arizona | The Arts Foundation (artsfoundtucson.org)

​MUSIC & PERFORMING ARTS OPPORTUNITIES

​Submit your interest in performing at a SAACA Festival, Concert Series or Event.