The RACC Announcement page consists of all entries which RACC posts on its website on a daily basis – including all artist opportunities like grants, jobs, calls to artists, etc. Other entries might include important media stories on the arts, advocacy alerts, or general news from the art community.
To submit an opportunity or other notice, use our submission form.
Entries below are listed in date posted order, starting with the most recent.
Posted July 1, 2019
USArtists International supports performances by U.S. dance, music, and theater ensembles and solo artists invited to perform at important cultural festivals and performing arts marketplaces anywhere in the world outside the United States and its territories. USArtists International grantees reflect the vibrant diversity of U.S. artists and creative expression in the performing arts. The program […]
Posted June 28, 2019
In a city known for murals, how do you get your foot (or art) through a door when you’re an emerging artist of color? Fresh Paint, a partnership between RACC’s Public Art Murals program and Open Signal, offers that door to have artist work in the public realm. In this 2019 cycle of Fresh Paint, a selection of […]
Posted June 26, 2019
We have 3 Art Studios Available now at East Creative. 1. $365 2. $425 3. $440 All include Utilities, Internet, and a mailbox. Perfect for Painters, sculptors, and other makers. 1st month plus deposits moves you in! Come join our community and be a part of First Friday!
Posted June 24, 2019
The Equity Investments program provides additional funding for General Operating Support partner organizations to support initiatives which advance their commitment to equity in the arts, with a priority placed on racial equity A total of $239,550 was awarded to nine organizations in this cycle. Additional funds will be awarded in a second cycle in June […]
Posted June 24, 2019
The Professional Development Grant program assists artists or arts administrators with opportunities that specifically improve their business management development skills and/or brings the artist or the arts organization to another level artistically. The following 43 Professional Development Grants totaling $55,210 were awarded on June 11, 2019. (*First time grant recipients) 2019-20 Professional Development Grant […]
Posted June 21, 2019
Request for Proposals: Portland-based arts council seeks consultant(s) for Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Access (EDIA) work Issuing organization: The Regional Arts & Culture Council (RACC), 411 NW Park Ave., Suite 101, Portland, OR 97209 Proposals will be accepted until July 15, 2019 at 5 p.m. PDT This call is also available on our website: […]
Posted June 5, 2019
RACC’s Project Grant Program provides financial support to individual artists and not-for-profit organizations in Multnomah, Washington and Clackamas Counties, for project based arts programming. Grants are awarded up to $7,000 and are available in three categories: Artistic Focus, Arts Equity & Access, and Arts Services. The following 105 Project Grants were approved on May 29, […]
Posted June 5, 2019
RACC’s Project Grant Program provides financial support to individual artists and not-for-profit organizations in Multnomah, Washington and Clackamas Counties, for project based arts programming. Grants are awarded up to $7,000 and are available in three categories: Artistic Focus, Arts Equity & Access, and Arts Services. The following 65 Project Grants were approved on February 18, […]
Posted June 3, 2019
ANNOUNCING THE INT’L ONLINE ART CONTEST dedicated to 30-year anniversary of NeoPopRealism Theme: MY VISION OF THE FUTURE ELIGIBILITY: – ALL ARTISTS OVER 18 Y.O. – ALL STYLES – ALL MEDIUMS – ALL POLITICAL VIEWS’ ARTISTS – ALL RELIGIONS OR NO RELIGION ARTISTS This contest is all about the arts, the talents, and the visions […]
Posted May 31, 2019
THIS IS AN UNPAID INTERNSHIP Beacon Quarterly is a printed and digital magazine of inspired ideas from creatives around the world. We are independently published in Portland, Oregon by Crib House Design. Beacon has published work from over 14 countries and is 100% AD Free! We are currently looking for a Graphic Designer with a […]
Posted May 31, 2019
THIS IS AN UNPAID INTERNSHIP Beacon Quarterly is a printed and digital magazine of inspired ideas from creatives around the world. We are independently published in Portland, Oregon by Crib House Design. Beacon has published work from over 14 countries and is 100% AD Free! We are currently looking for a Production Assistant to help […]
Posted May 31, 2019
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Posted May 30, 2019
Madison Cario has been on the job here at RACC since January. In their first 100 days in Portland they met with over 100 creatives, electeds and community partners — and recently they reflected on that experience in a blog piece here on racc.org. In addition, they also sat down to chat with three of […]
Posted May 29, 2019
Sequoia is looking for artist members to join with us in our art family and exhibit work in our gallery.. We have one studio for lease as well, it is $.65 a square foot so around $160 a month and requires membership in the non profit organization to lease it. Membership is $30 per month […]
Posted May 24, 2019
In a city known for murals, how do you get your foot (or art) through a door when you’re an emerging artist of color? Fresh Paint, a partnership between RACC’s Public Art Murals program and Open Signal, offers that door to have artist work in the public realm. In this 2019 cycle of Fresh Paint, a selection of […]
Posted May 21, 2019
The Palace is a community or artists, makers and designers working out of a shared space in North Portland. We are home to a mix of painters, musicians, woodworkers, photographers, ceramicists, printmakers, builders, sculptors and designers. The building has wireless internet, off street parking, multiple bathrooms, a communal kitchen, covered outside area for resting or […]
Posted May 20, 2019
Are you an artist with an interest in portraying the spiritual through the visual arts? The University of St. Thomas invites artists to submit proposals for original artwork to be included as part of the new multi-denominational Iversen Center for Faith, located on the St. Paul, Minnesota campus. To apply, visit link.stthomas.edu/ICFCallToArtists. Application Deadline: July […]
Posted May 14, 2019
Private studio teaching space available to teaching artists on a per day/week rental. 20 miles south of Portland Oregon, on a quiet knoll with a 360 view, it is the perfect teaching space. Available year round for 3-8 day workshops & residencies, with overnight accomodations for the teaching artist, not students. The space can accomodate […]
Posted May 13, 2019
Art Design Xchange (ADX) We have completely shifted our model in order to provide affordable studio and event space for PORTLAND artists, arts organizations, designers and makers. We have studios available starting at $150 and going up to $2000/month all inclusive. Residents can share space with as many people as they want to in order […]
Posted May 1, 2019
>>The goal is to provide a new entry point and a simpler application for artists and organizations that have not yet received a RACC project grant. One of RACC’s most important responsibilities is to help facilitate the creation of new art, and to support the public’s access to culture and creativity. Every year, RACC […]