Our Mission

To ignite, expand, and transform the lives of Los Angeles’ low-income youth through photography and film education, and use our participatory storytelling practices to amplify the voices of underrepresented communities around the world.

“Venice Arts made me feel confident as an artist and gave me the resources to bloom as one, too. I would have never picked up a camera before this place because I wouldn’t have had one to pick up. The energy of the people here is amazing. I always feel like I am at home.”
— Jeanette, age 17

what we do

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education

Transforming young lives through photography & film education

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Gallery

Linking artists & community through exhibitions and public programs

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consulting

Sharing the power of story through project-based, participatory training

 

current exhibitions & upcoming events

Events
Artists' Talks in Collaboration with Open Show
Oct 10
Artists' Talks in Collaboration with Open Show
GALA: Celebrating Our 25th Anniversary and Building for Our Future
Nov 3
GALA: Celebrating Our 25th Anniversary and Building for Our Future
Holiday Shopping Party with Gorjana
Dec 13
Holiday Shopping Party with Gorjana

latest news

 

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Ready to get involved? You can become part of our family of participants and supporters by enrolling your child, volunteering, fundraising, or donating.

 
 
 

Let's Get Social

As the Venice Beach Freak Show said goodbye to Venice last year, Venice Arts is bidding adieu to the @DotanSaguyexhibit: “Venice Beach: The Last Days of a Bohemian Paradise”. Catch it before it goes! Artist Talk + Closing Reception: Thursday, September 20th at 7:30 PM. #venicebeach #venicebeachfreakshow
“What I found fascinating when chatting with some of the costumed people participating in the parade is that some of them used to live in Venice but don't live there anymore because of gentrification. Yet they still come back regularly for occasions like these. There is a resilience to the culture of Venice Beach that brings hope that at least some of this great culture will endure.” - @DotanSaguy This picture of a couple, of King Neptune and Queen Venetia, is more than just two cosplayers in the ocean--they are personifications of the Venice Community and what it stands for: freedom, fun, determination, strength, etc. Come and hear more commentary of Saguy’s work from the artist himself at the Artist Talk + Closing Reception for “Venice Beach: The Last Days of a Bohemian Paradise” on Thursday, September 20th. #venicebeach
VA students! Check out this great opportunity to raise your voice for peace at the @grammymuseum
Come chill with us at @HotelErwin’s High Rooftop Lounge. Each ticket purchased supports our arts programs for low-income youth, and includes food + open bar! For more info, click the link in the bio.

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Monday: 9am–5pm
Tuesday–Friday: 9am–6:30pm
Saturday: 9am–5pm
(closed Saturdays in July & August)
Sunday: Closed

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