New York-based public-arts org Creative Time was recently tasked to evaluate the state of the arts in Dallas -- "to identify strengths and potential areas for growth." That report was released today as an 11-page report. Their findings were interesting, but already people are finding among the most applicable items for discussion not just in Dallas but other cities are their sense of 13 key factors for an art community to thrive.
Looking them over, I think they are worth consideration not just for cities, but cultures.
They "believe there are certain key elements that are necessary for any art community to thrive." Paraphrasing them in no particular order:
1. A sustainable artist community and opportunities for live/ work space
2. Cultural institutions with international reach, innovative programs, and historically relevant collections
3. Great patrons who support the creation, presentation, and acquisition of art
4. Mid-sized and small art spaces that support the creation of new and experimental work by local and international artists
5. Skilled and visionary arts leaders in institutions big and small
6. Excellent contemporary art galleries with international reach
7. Residency programs for national and international artists to create in their city
8. Master of Fine Arts programs to train and attract artists
9. Arts education in public schools
10. Public art to engage broad audiences and activate public spaces
11. Engaged audiences
12. Experienced art writers featured daily in primary news media
13. Civic championing of the arts through policies and urban planning
Over the next few weeks, I'll try and post some more specific thoughts on each of these, particularly in consideration of Southeast Asian American refugee arts and the current state of things.
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