Center for Emerging Visual Artists

Dedicated to making art careers viable for those who choose them, helping emerging artists reach their audiences.

Based in Center City, Philadelphia, home to Philadelphia Open Studio Tours

The Center For Emerging Visual Artists, formerly Creative Artists Network, was founded in 1983 by Felicity R. “Bebe” Benoliel to encourage the career development of emerging visual artists. Since then, the organization has worked steadily harder to provide the support essential to talented individuals building careers in the visual arts.

My CFEVA Story
This is where I discovered my passion for the Arts & Culture non profit community, and where I continue to volunteer, support and advocate.

In 2004, while pursuing a degree at the University of the Arts in Philadelphia, I had the opportunity to intern with the Career Development Program at CFEVA. I’ve been involved with the organization ever since, jokingly (and hopefully endearingly) referred to as the intern that just wouldn’t leave. After the internship I stayed on as an active volunteer, helping to coordinate the application process for both CDP, POST and the Regional Community Arts Programs. Shortly thereafter, I joined the staff as Administrative Assistant and later Coordinator where I gained an amazing amount of experience in non-profit management. As the 2007 Metamorphosis Young Professionals Fundraiser Event Chair, I began to realize my potential in event organizing, marketing and community management.

I’ve been an RCAP Member since 2006, a Philadelphia Open Studio Tours participating artist since 2007 and have played many rolls in assisting with the organization’s Annual Benefit from 2005-2009. I greatly enjoy any opportunity to get involved with this organization which holds a place near & dear to my heart.

STOP SOPA

January 18th, 2012 is the largest online protest in history, aimed at stopping the internet censorship bills, SOPA & PIPA. Find out who is participating and how you can contribute and help spread the word. Occupy the Internet using Facebook, Twitter and other social media with hashtags such as #sopa #sopastrike #stopsopa and others to tell everyone that they messed with the wrong geeks!

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Coworking for Artists at CFEVA Thursday January 19th 2012

Join the Center for Emerging Visual Artists and CultureWorks for an exploration of the creative and practical advantages of belonging to a coworking community. Find out how you can benefit from the synergy, inspiration, talent and resources found in coworking spaces throughout Philadelphia. ...more

Knight Arts Challenge Philadelphia 2012 Finalists

55 finalists have officially been announced for the Knight Arts Challenge Philadelphia in 2012. Among the names included in this diverse & exciting list are individuals and organizations that I’ve advocated for in the past as well as several that are entirely new to me, both sparking my curiosity and continuing my interest in Philadelphia’s vibrantly diverse arts and culture community. Winners will be announced later this Spring, and this is my top ten list of big ideas I hope to see become realities in the coming months. ...more

CFEVA Career Development Program Deadline 11/1

The Center for Emerging Visual Artists Career Development Fellowship offers participating visual artists opportunities to advance their career within a supportive and experience driven environment. Benefits of the two-year Career Development Program include exhibition opportunities, a mentorship program, workshops, career counseling, as well as networking and professional development seminars... ...more

ArtPlace Letter of Inquiry Deadline 11/15

In a public letter to the Arts & Culture community ArtPlace invites Letters of Inquiry from initiatives involving arts non-profits, artists and other creatives working in partnership with local and national organizations to "produce a transformative impact on community vibrancy". ...more