Meet the Visionaries Behind Crafting the Future: Our team is composed of passionate artists, educators, and advocates dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusion in the arts. Each member brings unique perspectives and expertise, driving our mission to create equitable opportunities for BIPOC artists. Together, we are committed to transforming the art world into a more inclusive and vibrant community.
The Long Game: Anchoring Our Identity for the Future Ché Rhodes, Board Chair Effective governance requires a clear-eyed look at our purpose, especially as we transition from a budding collective to a mature institution. In 2025, the Board and staff undertook a...
From Scrappy to Sustainable: A Commitment to Institutional Strength Corey Pemberton, Executive Director In 2025, Crafting the Future reached a pivotal turning point in our organizational journey. We moved from the scrappy energy of our founding years toward a...
The Ripple Effect When Crafting the Future awarded ArtworxLA a macro grant, the ripple effects extended well beyond the organization itself — they reached directly into the hands and imaginations of young people who might otherwise never have encountered serious craft...