CFPA is a creative community that supports artists and their work.
We are dedicated to the vitality of the creative process, guided by the principle that art is stronger when shaped through divergent perspectives. CFPA supports a range of artists and practitioners to teach, practice, and learn in our community.
Raycurt Johnson and Butchy Austin in north garden preparing medley of tunes for George Floyd ”Angelversary” candlelight vigil. May 2022. Photo by Amasa Media Productions.
In our commitment to innovate creative community, our work is guided by these goals
Foster performance-based artists, who are uniquely skilled in evoking dialogue, understanding, and empathy through lived experience.
Advocate mentorship and community partners as vital symbiotic relationships.
Innovate to support artists’ creative, wellness, and financial needs.
Increase access by providing shared-use resources.
Prioritize artists who are othered by the dominant culture.
Promote connections across discipline, culture, and identity.
Cultivate an open, responsive community through ongoing reflection and self-assessment.
Musicians Jeff Johnson, Ryann Daisy Swimmer, Philip Blackburn and Haley Olson at The Waves performance event in 38th Street Studio/105w May 2022. Photo by Amasa Media Productions.
Join us!
community: Find your creative cohort at CFPA through lessons, performances, and community gatherings.
live events: Attend artist and community events led by community members and programming partners.
spaces: Use one of CFPA’s flexible spaces for practice, performance, meeting, co-working, or housing.
education: Get involved in one of the learning opportunities - classes, workshops or lessons.
artist support: Access resources and programming to deepen and develop artistic practice.