Independent Artists’ Week (IAW) is a weeklong celebration dedicated to ensuring that artists, arts organizations, and the businesses that support them have a means to celebrate and network. This week of festivities includes live performances, showcases, panels, eco art awareness, networking /consulting, and more! In 2009, we began the process of branding Independent Artists’ Week Celebration to the Fillmore Jazz District. We hosted events in the Western Addition between Fulton and Post streets. Our vision is to continue this with the support and participation of the restaurants, business, and community organizations.
Schedule of Events
Monday, September 5
What: Labor of Love—Artists create their work live + BBQ cook-off
When: Noon-4 pm
Cost: FREE to enjoy music and art. up to $8 for BBQ
Where: Fillmore Center Plaza (Fillmore & O’Farrell Street)
Live music and dance performances, live painting, hands-on art projects for the
kids and art sales. Put your good taste to a test at the outdoor BBQ cook-off and
food stalls. Local BBQ chefs will compete for the best sauce, seasoning and
grilling styles.
Tuesday, September 6
What: Opportunity Knocks –Speed networking for artists with industry professionals
When: 7 pm-9 pm
Cost: $15 now. $20 at the door
Where: Yoshi’s SF, 1330 Fillmore
To purchase tickets: www.iaw-oppknocks.eventbrite.com
A speed dating meets networking event where emerging artists have 15-minutes
to meet one-on-one with industry professionals to show their work, gather advice
how to take their craft to the next level, or how to build an audience for their work.
Music producers, entertainment and marketing specialists, fashion executives,
record labels and art gallery owners donate their time to support up-and-coming
artists. Artists are encouraged to bring their music, portfolios, scripts, apparel or
other artistic medium for critique.
Wednesday, September 7
What: Go Green- Sustainable Fashion Fair (Clothing Swap)
When: 7p- 10pm
Cost: Price Breakdown, TBA
Where: African American Cultural Arts Center, 762 Fulton Street
This is not your ordinary clothing swap with piles of clothes all over the place (no diss). The “Go Green” Sustainable Fashion event is for those who want to find new treasures and shed old ones. Targeted Ask: t-shirts, neckties, bow ties, scarves and Denim (shirts, pants, etc.). All clothes must be clean, fresh and folded. Learn awesome DIY tips from the Bay Areas Best! Portion of Proceeds: “Literacy Through the Arts- Docent Program”
Thursday, September 8
What: Thank you awards
When: 7 pm- 9 pm
Cost: $15 early bird (includes reception, awards and after party)
tickets: www.iaw-thankyou.eventbrite.com
Where: African American Cultural Arts Center, 762 Fulton Street
Awards Ceremony – A celebration to say “thank you” to the amazing Bay
Area artists, their supporters, and advocates who are on the front lines of the
independent art movement. Live music by Valerie Troutt JazzSoul Band.
Drinks by Pisco Porton and Hansen’s. Delicious Bites: Chef Sharon Lee.
2011 Awardees:
London Breed
Kevin Epps
Green Streets
Ross Mirkarimi
ThePeople
Friday, September 9
What: Fillmore Art Walk
When: 6 pm- midnight
Cost: FREE
Where: The Fillmore District. Fillmore Street between Post and McAllister.
The fourth Fillmore Art Walk is a platform for 60 + artists to showcase their talents,
create their art in front of an audience and mingle with patrons of the arts. This
multi-location art celebration takes place in pop-up galleries along Fillmore
Street featuring live painting, film screenings, a DJ showcase, live bands,
jewelers, graffiti artists, filmmakers, fashion designers and spoken word artists.
Restaurants on the Fillmore corridor will supplement the event with food and
drink specials and live music in their venues.
Saturday, September 10
What: The Art of the Healing Arts
When: 9 am- 1 pm
Cost: FREE
Where: Fillmore Center Plaza, Fillmore at O’Farrell Street
This event features live demonstrations of the art and craft of yoga, tai chi,
acupuncture, massage therapy, and meditation. This event takes place
concurrently with and alongside the Fillmore Farmer’s Market. Come and
participate, ask questions and learn about taking care of your body from master
body workers.
Sunday, September 11
What: Sunday Streets Teams Up With Independent Artists
When: 11am-4pm
Cost: Free
Where: Fillmore Street from McAllister to Geary.
Sunday Streets comes to the Fillmore and teams up with IAW. Climbing
wall, street food stalls, live art and performances on the car-free street. In
remembrance of the 10th anniversary of 9/11, we will observe one minute of
silence at the event.
