The third installment of "Deck the Halls with Mayor LaToya Cantrell for the Holidays" took place on Thursday, Dec. 16 with a cultural expression in part by singer-songwriter and guitarist, Joy Clark (right).
Seasons Greetings, Feliz Navidad, Happy Hanukkah, and Joyous Kwanza!
The Mayor's Office of Cultural Economy would like to extend our warmest appreciation and best wishes to all artists, musicians, culture bearers, and creative producers this Holiday Season! Upon entering the New Year, our office remains dedicated to strengthening the city's cultural infrastructure as we continue to "Embrace the Culture."
Local Artist Selected as Recipient of $25k Fundraiser for a One Year Sabbatical
Exodus Summit, a global organization that helps black women take a career break, selects visual artist Myesha Francis to be the recipient of a $25k fundraiser giveaway. The focus of the fundraiser is not only to help a black female artist spend one year focused solely on creating their art, but also to inspire others to begin decluttering their lives in order to begin their career break journey.
Myesha Francis is from New Orleans, LA and is a beloved visual artist, educator, and former gallery and studio owner in her community. She has personally taught and inspired thousands of children and adults in painting and multi-media arts classes through her business and through her work as an art educator. She currently has a work of art on permanent display at the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture highlighting the local New Orleans tradition of eating red beans and rice on Mondays.
The fundraiser is currently live through the month of December via Give Butter, a non profit fundraising platform.
Emergency Relief for Artists and Culture Bearers of Greater New Orleans and Southeast Louisiana
To support artists, cultural bearers, and creators facing the economic and social impacts of Hurricane Ida and the ongoing COVID-19 crisis, Antenna, in collaboration with a host of local organizations, is reactivating the Creative Response Collaborative Fund.
The Creative Response Collaborative Fund exists to support artists, culture bearers, performers, writers, musicians, and filmmakers working across various mediums and disciplines facing the social and economic impact of global health crises, pandemics, emergencies, disasters, and unmitigated climate vulnerabilities while advancing transformative and equitable change within the broader arts community in Southeast Louisiana.
Applications are open now through Dec. 31, or until 400 applications are received, whichever comes first. Apply here.
Jazz & Heritage Foundation 2022 Catapult Application for Small Business Owners
Applications are now open for the 2022 Catapult Fund small business training program. The 2022 Catapult Fund is open to entrepreneurs in the beauty, fashion and jewelry industries. The purpose of the Catapult Fund is to encourage innovation and sustainability for entrepreneurs in cultural industries through training and investment. As an education and funding program for entrepreneurs in the arts, the Catapult Fund provides intensive training in best practices for business, along with access to grant funding. Learn more and apply on catapultfund.org
Deadline for online applications is Jan. 12, 2022. Additional help with online applications is available from the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Foundation, call (504) 558-6100 or email grants@jazzandheritage.org
Application Now Open for Rising: Climate in Crisis Residencies at A Studio in the Woods
Rising: Climate in Crisis Residencies are 6 weeks to take place between September 2022 – May 2023 and include a $3000 stipend and $2000 supply budget. The call is open to artists of all disciplines who have demonstrated an established dialogue with environmental and culturally related issues and a commitment to seeking and plumbing new depths. Full details available here.Proposals due by Mar. 10, 2022.
New Exhibition on view at the Ogden Museum of Southern Art
Created in collaboration with the African American Resource Collection and the City Archives & Special Collections of the New Orleans Public Library, Passing the Torch: Southern Art and Social Justice Events celebrates community members who paved the way for future generations by being the first people of color in their fields (voices of the past), alongside videos of current community activists (voices of today) and posters created by students from New Orleans Charter Science and Mathematics High School illustrating current social justice issues (voices of tomorrow). The exhibition also showcases work from the Permanent Collection of Ogden Museum depicting historic moments and important individuals in the Civil Rights Movement.
Passing the Torch is on view Dec. 21, 2021 – Mar. 20, 2022. Learn more.
Southern Food & Beverage 12th Night Party
Join the Southern Food & Beverage Museum on to for champagne, oysters, Ya-Ka-Mein by Ms. Linda the “Ya-Ka-Mein Lady," snacks by Luncheon, king cake by Bayou Saint Cake, mardi gras vendors, a DJ, a jazz band, and a few surprises. This is the official kickoff of the Mardi Gras season!
Click here to buy VIP tickets which include early access, free champagne, and raffle entry. General Admission is free. RSVP today!
After School Volunteers Needed for Spring Semester 2022 with 826 New Orleans
826 New Orleans is looking for volunteers for the Spring semester of After School! After School programming resumes on January 10th and meets Monday through Thursday from 3:30 p.m. to 6 p.m.
If you are interested in providing writing and reading help to New Orleans students, email Rosie at volunteering@826neworleans.org
New Orleans Tourism and Cultural Fund
The mission of the New Orleans Tourism and Cultural Fund is to support cultural industries and culture bearers of the City of New Orleans through partnerships, grants, and programs to advance sustainable tourism.
Individuals and organizations who align with this mission may be eligible for funding. NOTCF will accept applications throughout 2021.
Prospect.5: Yesterday we said tomorrowis now open across the city in stages from late October to mid November, and will remain on view until Jan. 23, 2022.
Film New Orleans
Go to the Film New Orleans website if you have any questions regarding filming in New Orleans and/or to fill out a filming application.
NOVAC Workshops
If you’re interested in a career in filmmaking, or just interested in the art, head to the NOVAC website to sign up for remote lectures, seminars, and workshops dedicated to teaching the art of filmmaking.
Upcoming Events
KM Dance Project: Raw Fruit
Ring in the new year with the CAC's first performance of 2022! Raw Fruit by Kesha McKey and KM Dance Project is a celebration of New Orleans culture juxtaposed with the complexities of the African American experience in the south. Learn more.
O What a Night! Gala
Ogden Museum of Southern Art will host its annual O What a Night! Gala in-person on Saturday, Jan. 15, 2022 at 6 p.m. A Silent Auction Kickoff will take place on Friday, Jan. 7 from 6 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Martin Luther King Jr. Day Celebration 2022
In honor of Martin Luther King Jr.’s life and legacy, Ogden Museum of Southern Art presents its 5th Annual FREE Martin Luther King Jr. Day Celebration on Monday, Jan. 17, 2022.
