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Boyle Heights Arts Conservatory, founded in 2011, is a community-focused organization in Los Angeles, CA that aims to provide career development opportunities in the creative arts industries for historically marginalized communities. They offer workshops and seasonal classes for youth and professional development opportunities for adults, with a focus on creating a diverse and inclusive creative industry workforce. Through their programs, Boyle Heights Arts Conservatory provides access to resources such as studio space, mentorship, subsidized private instruction, exhibition opportunities, media technology, and financial literacy, all without cost to participants. Their mission is to amplify community voices, advocate for an inclusive path to media and technology, and invest in evidence-based solutions to support the justice-involved population through pre-release workforce training and post-release earn and learn opportunities.Generated from the website

Fellows of Contemporary Art (FOCA) is a renowned organization in Los Angeles, CA that has been supporting emerging and mid-career California contemporary artists for almost 50 years. They accomplish their mission through various award programs, including the Curators Award, FOCAFellowships, and Curators Lab, which sponsor exhibitions and activities of California artists and curators. FOCA also emphasizes the importance of documenting the history of emerging and mid-career California artists through their publications. With a member-run structure, FOCA continues to fund influential exhibitions for contemporary California artists, showcasing their work in California museums and other art venues. Additionally, FOCA offers diverse educational and social events for its members, including travel trips focusing on contemporary art events, tours to artists' studios and galleries, and intimate art conversations. Through their dedication to supporting and promoting California artists, FOCA has established itself as a key player in the local art scene.Generated from the website