Join SVCREATES and Zoo Labs on Thursday, May 2 from 9:00am – 2:00pm at the School of Arts and Culture at Mexican Heritage Plaza to deepen connections and reflect, learn, and celebrate our creative community. Designed for artists and arts leaders, board members and staff of arts organizations in Santa Clara County and the greater Bay Area. Hear from Zoo Labs’ Vinitha Watson and ElectroSpit’s and HiiiWAV’s Bosko and Maya Kante as we explore personal and organizational sustainability, learn … Read More
Content Magazine Podcast
Conversations with the South Bay’s Creatives In April 2020, Content Magazine launched the Content Magazine Podcast! Host and Cultivator of Content Magazine Daniel Garcia has conversations with Silicon Valley creatives about their life, their work, and the things that matter most. Listen and follow us on Spotify. Click here to listen to all of the episodes.
2024-25 Santa Clara County Poet Laureate
The Board of Supervisors for the County of Santa Clara appointed San José resident Yosimar Reyes to the honorary post of Santa Clara County Poet Laureate for a two-year term ending December 31, 2025. In this role, Reyes will help promote the art of poetry at local community events, including during National Poetry Month, represent the County of Santa Clara … Read More
Content Podcast
Episode #102 Connie Martinez
Content Podcast, Episode #102 Connie Martinez It is a bittersweet moment for SVCREATES as we celebrate the legacy and retirement of our fearless leader, Connie Martinez. Connie Martinez has courageously led SVCREATES for the ten years since its formation when 1st ACT San Jose & Arts Council Silicon Valley merged. As CEO, she has provided resources and direction to countless … Read More
2023 SVCREATES Operating Grantees
SVCREATES unrestricted operating grants, offered in partnership with the County of Santa Clara with additional funding from the David & Lucile Packard Foundation, provide general operating support for small nonprofit arts and culture organizations that: Reflect the dynamic, diverse, and innovative character of Santa Clara County Demonstrate commitment to equity, inclusion, and artistic vibrancy and relevance Positively impact the County’s cultural ecosystem through active and … Read More
Content Magazine’s Pick-Up Party at Cilker School
May 19
Join Content Magazine and Cilker School of Arts and Design for the Content Pick-Up Party on Thursday, May 19 at West Valley College. In celebration of Issue 14.3 “Perform,” three Content Emerging Artists grant recipients will be recognized for their achievements. Pre-order your copy of Issue 14.3 “Perform” through Friday, April 29 to receive free shipping. RSVP here >> DetailsDate: Thursday, May 19Time: 7:00pm – 10:00pmLocation: Cilker Art Center West Valley College 14000 Fruitvale Avenue … Read More
10th Anniversary Pick-Up Party | March 3
Content 10th Anniversary Pick-Up Party 14.2 “Sight & Sound” Content Magazine is celebrating 10 Years in print. It is an honor to be a platform to tell the stories of the astounding local creativity of Santa Clara County, and we would love to celebrate with you! Join us on Thursday, March 3rd, from 7:00 – 9:30pm at San Pedro Square Market … Read More
Application Workshop | November 16
SVCREATES will host an online application workshop for those interested in applying for the Content Emerging Artist Award Application. Early career artists working in all genres, with practices centered in Santa Clara County, are eligible to apply for the Content Emerging Artist Award. In this workshop we’ll review the application requirements and discuss tips for crafting an application that tells a clear story … Read More
Content Emerging Artist Award | Apply by December 10
SVCREATES recognizes the region’s finest artists who have demonstrated a commitment to developing their art forms and to enriching the greater Santa Clara County region with exhibitions, performances, presentations, and service. The SVArts Award Program, including the SVLaureates and the Content Emerging Artist Award, awards unrestricted cash prizes to support artists while they pursue their creative work. The 2022 SVArts Program will … Read More