Mission

Decentered Arts is a San Francisco non-profit organization dedicated to building community through art of all mediums

Vision

Decentered Arts is building an accessible and interconnected arts scene in San Francisco. Whether you create or appreciate poetry, visual art, comedy, or music, Decentered Arts promotes spaces for people to learn from, inspire, and support each other. We envision a San Francisco art scene that can interface with an increasingly complex world, welding art as a tool and way of thinking.

Values

Reliable

We hold space and promote the scene through quality programming and are steadily diversifying the pool of local talent.

Accessible

Our events and digital tools are free or volunteer-based, for all ages, and all levels, skewing sober.

Supportive

We grow artists through mentorship, teaching, and opportunities. Empowering diverse artists to be teachers and facilitators.

Approach

Nurturing Talent

Encouraging emerging and underrepresented artists by facilitating their development through workshops, performances, and community

In-Person Experiences

Holding curated community events such as open mics, readings, fashion shows, and exhibitions with multimedia appeal

Spreading The Word

Publishing and promoting the work of artists and local art collectives through our Eventracker, newsletter, publishing press, and culture hub