The Power of Arts Grants: Strengthening Communities and Driving Economic Growth Long Beach has long been a hub of artistic innovation, cultural diversity, and creative expression. Through the Arts Council for Long Beach’s Annual Grant Cycle, we proudly support...
Are You Ready to Gain Hands-On Experience in the Arts? The Arts Council for Long Beach (ArtsLB) is thrilled to offer three paid internship opportunities for passionate undergraduate students or recent graduates looking to grow their skills in Marketing and...
Public art is a defining feature of Long Beach, adding color, culture, and creativity to our neighborhoods. From murals to utility box designs, these artistic contributions shape our city’s identity. But over time, exposure to the elements, defacement, and general...
The Youth Poet Laureate (YPL) is a title awarded to a young individual who demonstrates talent in the arts, particularly in poetry and spoken word. The laureate uses their voice to inspire change and showcase strong leadership within their community. If you’re...
The Arts Council for Long Beach (ArtsLB) is thrilled to announce that we will begin actively promoting the ArtsLB Artist Registry starting January 2025! This is a fantastic opportunity to highlight the talented artists who make up our vibrant arts community, and we...
Unleash Your Creativity: Join the City of Long Beach Youth Art Contest! The City of Long Beach, in partnership with the Arts Council for Long Beach, is thrilled to announce the launch of the City of Long Beach Youth Art Contest! This exciting initiative invites local...
Mark your calendars for Saturday, October 19, 2024, as the city of Long Beach comes together for a truly special event! The Billie Jean King Library will host the Annual Professional Artist Fellowship Art Exhibition, a one-day-only celebration of the city’s most...
Long Beach, California, has long been a cultural hub, from the early days of silent films with Charlie Chaplin to the legendary music of Snoop Dogg, and Sublime. Whether it’s the rock and roll of Cold War Kids, the powerful voice of Mexican musician Jenni Rivera, or...
We are thrilled to announce that the City of Long Beach has chosen the winners of the Public Mural Program. We are thankful for the chance to collaborate with the City of Long Beach on this fantastic opportunity for our local arts community. We are eager to assist...
We are thrilled to announce that the Arts Council for Long Beach has been honored with the APA Award for Grass Roots Initiative for our Public Art Community Corners project! This prestigious award celebrates the region’s most outstanding planning work,...
The Arts Council for Long Beach is thrilled to bring back the highly-anticipated State of the Arts event. This evening is not just another event, but a unique fusion of live music, captivating entertainment, special guest speakers, and a dazzling awards ceremony, all...
The Arts Council for Long Beach is excited to announce a call for panelists to participate in the selection process for the curator of our FY24 Professional Artist Fellowship Exhibition. This is a unique opportunity to be a part of a pivotal decision that will shape...
Are you a passionate curator with a deep connection to Long Beach? The Arts Council for Long Beach is excited to announce a call for curatorial qualifications for the FY24 Professional Artist Fellowship Exhibition. We invite community members, artists,...
As the school year comes to a close, the Arts Council for Long Beach is proud to reflect on a remarkable collaboration with the Long Beach Unified School District (LBUSD) and the Youth Leadership Academy at Stevens, McBride, and Keller Middle Schools. Over the past...
This weekend promises to be a vibrant celebration of both community and creativity at the annual Long Beach Pride Parade and Festival, happening on May 18th and 19th. As we revel in the joy and diversity of the LGBTQ+ community, the Arts Council for Long Beach is...
Experience the vibrant creativity and talent of Long Beach at JumpstART, an exciting event brought to you by the Arts Council of Long Beach! Jumpstart Program, our arts enrichment initiative in partnership with Centro CHA, Love Beyond Limits, Playnice, and the United...
The Arts Council for Long Beach (ArtsLB) is thrilled to announce a remarkable collaboration with Casita Bookstore and Long Beach City Public Libraries, culminating in a celebration of youth creativity, poetry, and nature. This event, held in the heart of our vibrant...
🌟 Embracing Black History Month with Artistry and Inspiration! 🎨 Throughout February, we’re shining a spotlight on the incredible talent of Black artists from our very own Long Beach Artist Registry. 🖌️ Join us as we celebrate their creativity, passion, and...
The Long Beach City College Public Art Program seeks to contribute to a welcoming, affirming campus experience for all students. In the 2019 NACCC survey, a minority of students felt they mattered in public spaces on campus and one of the recommended actions was to...
CALL FOR ART Flatline Gallery is pleased to present Sunflowers for Ukraine. A pop-up group exhibition focusing on the sunflower motif interpreted through artists’ varying perspectives. The sunflower, or soniashnyk in Ukrainian, has taken on new layers of...
We are excited to feature Kevin Apodaca as this week’s Port PHOTO alumni feature! Kevin does creative work for a living where most of the photography he’s done has been in a professional setting. He’s been able to photograph in unconventional locations such as machine...
Gil Mares is this weeks Port PHOTO alumni feature with some exciting abstract photography! Gil has been photographing for over 50 years. He looks for what is out in the open for all to see and attempts to compose the subject in a concise and balanced manner for all...
We are excited to feature Slobodan Dimitrov as this week’s Port PHOTO Alumni feature! Slobodan’s photography documents cultural and occupational life. In many of his projects, he has found that in the minutia of everyday life there are elements of the...
This week we are excited to feature Lyn Watanabe as this week’s Port PHOTO Alumni feature! Lyn’s love for photography started with an old film camera, black and white film and many hours in the darkroom. The camera became her visual journal, documenting her travels,...
This week we are excited to feature Rejeana V. Black as the Port PHOTO alumni feature! Rejeana is a Long Beach based artist working in photography and video. She is currently pursuing her BFA in Photography at California State University, Long Beach. In 2019, she had...
