Our Vision

We envision an interconnected San Francisco art scene that can interface with an increasingly complex world, wielding art as a tool and way of thinking. Decentered Arts is where we speak our truth, learn with open minds and heal collectively. It’s a space that fosters diversity, inclusivity and a profound sense of belonging, bringing hope and energy to create change in a climate of powerlessness. Now more than ever, we need each other.

Our Approach

Nurturing Talent

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

In-Person Experiences

Holding 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, record label, digital content, and culture blog

Our Values

Belonging

We strive to dismantle identity-based silos by creating safe spaces where everyone can express themselves fully and celebrate intersectionality. Racial equity, queer representation, and amplifying underserved voices are at the heart of Decentered Arts.

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 other opportunities, steadily diversifying the local talent pool and supporting the next wave of movements and creative leaders.

Decentered Arts

building community using art of all mediums

Decentered Year End Campaign

Decentered Arts Support Squad