Creative Growth at 50: A Visual History (1974–2024)
September 13–November 16, 2024
Group Exhibition
Curated by Tom di Maria
Image: Lolita Triplette. Village People, n.d. Creative Growth, Oakland.
Creative Growth
355 24th Street
Oakland, CA 94612
+1 (510) 836-2340
Creative Growth Website
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Creative Growth Hours
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 10:00 am – 4:00 pm |
| Thursday | 10:00 am – 4:00 pm |
| Friday | 10:00 am – 4:00 pm |
| Saturday | 10:00 am – 4:00 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
Overview
2024 has been a tremendous year for Creative Growth as the organization celebrates its 50th anniversary—a major museum exhibition (SFMOMA), multiple art fairs and fashion collabs, several international art shows, TWO Beyond Trend fashion shows.
The Oakland-based nonprofit, which provides gallery and studio space for artists with disabilities, has become an invaluable part of the arts, disability, and Oakland communities. Creative Growth holds a special place in my heart, as I grew up with Lauren Dare and my cousin Anthony Eng was a Creative Growth artist for many years.
Founded in 1974 by psychologist Dr. Elias Katz and his wife, artist Florence Ludins-Katz, Creative Growth has since expanded to include sister organizations, NIAD (Richmond) and Creativity Explored (San Francisco).
Creative Growth at 50: A Visual History (1974–2024) is “a visual journey through five decades of fostering artistic expression, inclusivity, and community. Curated by Director Emeritus Tom di Maria, this exhibition highlights the evolution of the center by showcasing works from our historic artists.”
This FANTASTIC show, beautifully curated by Tom, features 80+ pieces of affordable artwork by Creative Growth artists with additional budget-friendly items like skateboard decks, posters, and tote bags.
Preview of Creative Growth at 50: A Visual History (1974-2024). Creative Growth, Oakland.
Shown here:
1) Camille Holvoet
2) Ceramics Table (various artists)
3) Regina Broussard
4) William Scott
5) Installation View (video)
6) Donald Paterson
7) Regina Broussard
8) William Scott
9) Barry Regan, Dan Miller, Tony Pedemonte
10) Julie Plasencia & Tom di Maria
11) Creative Growth Historical Ephemera
12) Carl Hendrickson
13) Terri Bowden
14) Eva Garrett
15) Pauline Grana
16) Dinah Shapiro
17) Gloria Gonzalez
18) Larry Randolph
19) George Kellogg
20) Ron Veasey
21) Maria Lopez
22) Nelson Tygart
23) Lolita Triplette
24) Jorge Gomez
25) Joe Spears & Aurie Ramirez Skateboard Decks
26) Jorge Gomez & Friends
27) Creative Growth Street View
🌈 Creative Growth also has an ONLINE STORE with a terrific selection of works by its artists including designs from their Beyond Trend fashion show, jewelry, ceramics, and fashion collabs with Clare V. and FRĒDA SALVADOR.
*Was excited to see Creative Growth artist, William Scott and Daniel Green of Creativity Explored in SFMOMA’s big fall show, Get in the Game: Sports, Art, Culture (which I’ll post about soon).
🗓 Creative Growth at 50: A Visual History runs until Nov 16, 2024 at their Oakland gallery.
✨Also check out All Things in Motion, curated by Jonathan Carver Moore at Creativity Explored (closes Nov 16).
Creative Growth’s 50th Anniversary Gala & Beyond Trend Fashion Show, September 2024. SFMOMA, San Francisco
Shown here:
1) SFMOMA Greeters
2) Choreographer Sir Joq in Brian Nakahara and Ricardo Gaitan & C Quin in Nathaniel Jackson, Donna Kurtz, and Melissa Poe
3) William Scott
4) Jorge Gomez and David Wilson
5) Lulu Sotelo
6) Eli Cooper & Friend
7) Ron Veasey
8) Beyond Trend Finale
9) DJ FELAKUTCHii
10) CG Staff: Soph Alvarez in Latifa Noorzai, Adrianna Sorondo in Rosena Finister, & Amelia Whittlesey in Carol Fullen
11) Shopping the Creative Growth Pop-Up
12) CG’s Jo Sullivan with FRĒDA SALVADOR shoe collaboration
13) Jonathan Carver Moore in Tanisha Warren
14) Fashion Show Producer Liz Baca with Lulu Sotelo doll
💌 Did you see the show? What did you think? Let us know in the comments (in the Reviews section located on the second tab at the top of the page).
QUICK GUIDE: CREATIVE GROWTH
⭐ LOCATION: Creative Growth is located at 355 24th Street between Valdez and Webster streets in Oakland’s Uptown neighborhood.
⭐ HOURS: Wednesday–Saturday 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
⭐ NEARBY ART: GALLERIES: *Walkable from Creative Growth: Johansson Projects (7 min walk/2 min drive); PUBLIC ART: Oakland Palestine Solidarity Mural [400 26th St] (6 min walk/2 min drive) *Recommend Driving/Rideshare from Creative Growth: GALLERIES: Rock Paper Scissors Collective (4 min drive/14 min walk); Pt.2 (4 min drive/15 min walk); Transmission Gallery (5 min drive/17 min walk); Pacific Saw Works (7 min drive/27 min walk); CULT Bureau (9 min drive/40 min walk). MUSEUMS: Oakland Museum of California (6 min drive/27 min walk).
⭐ NEARBY FOOD/DRINK: Limón [Peruvian cuisine] (1 min walk/drive); Two Pitchers Brewing [beer garden serving Lovely’s burgers, sandwiches, fish & chips!] (2 min walk/1 min drive); Drake’s Dealership [beer garden w/pizzas, sandwiches] (5 min walk/2 min drive); Beeryland [beer garden + full bar w/slushies, burgers {*TIP: Add porchetta to your burger} and sandwiches] (7 min walk/2 min drive); Sweet Bar Bakery (2 min walk./drive).
More nearby suggestions are always welcome. Feel free to add in the comments!
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