Join our Artist Collective
Become an Artist at Daybreak!
We welcome all artists experiencing housing insecurity to apply, no matter the artistic skill level, formal training, education, or experience.
If you are seeking a community where you can explore new art mediums, gain access to art-related income opportunities, and contribute to challenging stereotypes about homelessness…we might be a great fit for you!
Art forms currently exhibited at Daybreak Arts include: drawing, painting, photography, jewelry, fiber arts, mixed media, printmaking and sewing.
Join The Waitlist
Although we are not accepting applications at this time, you may click the link below to join the waitlist. The application to join the collective will be available February 2025.
What’s next?
After we review your application and find that Daybreak Arts is the right fit for you, here’s what next steps will include:
Tour our building and attend a New Artist Orientation
Review contracts and community agreements
Create a plan for success with our Artist Manager
Use our space to create, try new mediums, and connect with our community
What to expect as a Daybreak Artist:
Studio + Gallery
Access to a professional art studio to create and a group gallery space to exhibit and sell work.
Personal storage bins and artwork storage
Kitchen with resource board, coffee, and snacks
Access to a sewing machine, matboard cutter, miter saw, equipment and tools, iMacs, Dell laptops, and more.
Art Supplies
Access to professional-grade and specialty art supplies including drawing, painting, photography, jewelry, leather, fiber arts, mixed media, sewing, printmaking, and more.
Access to iMac computers with graphic design, photo editing, and video software.
Speciality art supplies by request (after 60-days)
Training + Education
Access to artistic and entrepreneurial workshops to gain new skills, discover new artistic mediums and passions, and meet local artists in the community.
Access to offsite field trips to galleries and cultural institutions, as well as sponsored independent learning opportunities like ABC’s Periscope.
Exhibitions + Marketplace
Access to online marketplace, marketing, and participation in regular local exhibitions to exhibit and sell work (after 60-days).
Access to additional creative income opportunities like commissions, murals, teaching, licesning, and more.
“This program gives each artist not just the income that comes from selling their art, but also the value of knowing someone wanted and valued their work.”
- Daybreak Artist, BANDY
Do you know an artist who might be a good fit for our program?
If you’re thinking of a friend or client who might be interested and you’re unsure if an application is the best place to start, please email our Artist Manager at Ashley@DaybreakArts.org.
She will be happy to answer your questions, meet with you virtually or in-person, and share further details about our program.