January 3, 2024

January 5, 2024 | 5-8 p.m.

Ribbon Cutting at 5 p.m.

1 Civic Plaza NW, Albuquerque, NM 87102

The Gallery One inaugural exhibition, "A Day in the Life II" focuses on the work that city employees do to make a difference in Albuquerque. Featuring the work of seven Albuquerque artists: Max Woltman, Sean Wright, Angel Gil Lopez, Jessica Lozoya, Adrian Martin, Jessica Roybal, and Pico del Hierro-Villa.

Fresco Apprenticeship

Are you interested in Fresco and assisting renowned New Mexico artist Frederico Vigil in the creation of the Albuquerque Convention Center Fresco?

The City of Albuquerque Public Art Program seeks a Fresco Apprentice to assist with the cleaning, organizing, and upkeep of the Fresco studio as well as aiding in the painting of the large scale Fresco in the stairwell, as an independent contractor.

Preferred Applicant Qualifications:

• Be motivated, detail oriented, and organized
• Know the foundations of drawing, painting, and sculpture
• Have experience creating their own artwork
• Must be comfortable working on a scaffold and climbing ladders
• Should have prior knowledge of Fresco and murals

Please see the application form for the full list of qualifications and duties.

The Fresco Apprenticeship is a Part Time position, paying $15-$20 an hour (depending on qualifications). For questions, email publicart@cabq.gov.

Deadline to apply: Open until filled

Bernalillo County Public Art Census™

Do you believe public art is vital? Sign up to become a Public Art Canvasser!

The City of Albuquerque Public Art Program and the Bernalillo County Public Art Program are partnering with Rokh to conduct our first-ever Public Art Census™ in Bernalillo County, Albuquerque, New Mexico!

Our public art should be a reflection of our community values and history. Join the new team and help us highlight all of the public art in our community and the art and artists who may go unnoticed.

To qualify, canvassers must attend all of the multi-day training sessions where they will learn how to spot public art, understand the public right of way, and review how to read a map.

Canvassers are paid $13 an hour and provided a $70 data card (given monthly upon completion of assignment). Androids or iPhones can be used by canvassers.

Deadline: February 5, 2024 at 5 p.m.

Native American Artist Fellowships

The Indian Arts Research Center (IARC) offers three artist-in-residence fellowships annually to advance the work of established and emerging Native American artists. The IARC supports fellows in advancing and expanding their creative practices and provides full access to the IARC collections.

Each fellowship provides a monthly stipend, housing, a private studio space, a supplies allowance, and travel reimbursement to and from the School of Advanced Research.

Deadline: January 15, 2024

Call for Temporary Public Art Proposals

Phoenix was selected by Bloomberg Philanthropies as one of eight winners of its Public Art Challenge! This unique grant program supports temporary public art projects that address important local civic issues in cities nationwide. Phoenix's project, ¡Sombra! The Celebration of Shade will commission nine artists to create shading and cooling installations in response to extreme urban heat. 

This opportunity is open to all artists and designers, at least 18 years of age, living in the United States regardless of age, ethnicity, or gender. No public art experience is required.

The budget for each temporary installation is $50,000 - $75,000.

Deadline: February 12, 2024

City of Albuquerque Public Art Urban Enhancement Division | cabq.gov/publicart