Join the Public Art Urban Enhancement Division for the grand opening of your new City Hall art gallery and City Hall Public Art Open House!

January 5, 2024 | 5-8 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.

December 23, 2023

Our Lady of Guadalupe

Image by Pete Trujillo, mixed media

The South Broadway Cultural Center has announced its 28th annual exhibition commemorating the first apparition of Our Lady of Guadalupe, a revered moment in history when she introduced herself to Juan Diego as the Mother of God and the mother of all humanity.

A highlight of this year's exhibition is the community altar, a centerpiece created by artist April Gallegos. The community altar serves as a focal point for collective reflection and reverence, inviting visitors to engage with the rich cultural and spiritual significance of the event.

The exhibition will be on view through December 30. Gallery hours are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday.

Learn more about the South Broadway Cultural Center Gallery Exhibitions.

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 [email protected].

Deadline to apply: Open until filled

Public Art Offices Have Moved

The Public Art Urban Enhancement Division have moved offices. The new offices are located on the 1st floor of City Hall to the right of the City Hall art gallery - Gallery One.

Public Art Census

Rokh has launched the next Public Art Census in Bernalillo County, Albuquerque, New Mexico!

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 to highlight all of the public art in our community and create a pathway towards more arts equity.

Local artists, creatives, and art supporters have been trained as Public Art Canvassers to identify and capture information about public art throughout Bernalillo County.

Learn more about the Public Art Census in Bernalillo County, Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Public Art Podcast: Take Another Look

Have you listened to the Public Art Urban Enhancement Division's podcast series?

Take Another Look is a conversation between artists, community members, and City staff and leaders to explore what public art is, the history of the Albuquerque Public Art Program, current public art projects, and the impact of public art in Albuquerque.

There are 5 episodes out now. New episodes are released once a month and are available on most podcast platforms.

Learn more about Take Another Look.

Call for Proposals: Augmented Reality Projects for Route 66 Centennial Celebration

Iconic Route 66 in Albuquerque spans 18 urban miles, and with the city celebrating the Mother Road's centennial in 2025 and 2026, the Department of Arts & Culture invites artists to reimagine Route 66 via Augmented Reality (AR) projects.

Arts & Culture invites graphic and multimedia artists to submit proposals with projects implementing innovative AR experiences centered on Route 66 in Albuquerque. The goal for the call is to identify AR projects that will immerse, educate, engage, and entertain the public and visitors in Route 66 culture and history.

Project artists will develop and execute AR experiences that incorporate cultural subjects, events, and history of Route 66 that users will be able to utilize in perpetuity. Vendors will be expected to maintain ongoing support for their proprietary technology.

Deadline: January 31, 2024

Proposals should be submitted via email to Amanda Sutton, Special Projects Manager, [email protected].

All inquiries, questions, and clarifications regarding this Call for Proposals should be directed to Amanda Sutton.

Artist INC Express Virtual Workshops for Musicians

Artist INC Express helps musicians develop the building blocks for a thriving and enduring arts practice.

Led by a team of experienced, working musicians, the hands-on workshops help artists address specific needs and challenges. Through discussions, activities, and hands-on exercises, artist-facilitators and a new network of peer artists will help set goals for your practice, write about your work, and build a personal brand.

Register now for free for the upcoming New Mexico Musicians Virtual workshops:

• January 23-25, 2024, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. MST
• March 19-21, 2024, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. MST

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