Responsive learning systems center our work — we believe that a thriving arts ecosystem is dependent upon curious learners and healthy risk-taking
Teaching & learning
The Art of Planning | 5-Part Workshop
Description Summary In partnership with at least one local or regional arts service organization, we facilitate an artful approach to strategic planning to local and regional leaders and creative entrepreneurs.
Outcomes
Tactical skills necessary to build/strengthen entrepreneurial business
Transformation of local creative ecosystem
Strategic skill building
Rising leadership of local artists
Increased value in local economy
Audience Arts Leaders, Mid-Career Artists, Creative Entrepreneurs
Oakley Creative Incubator | 9-month 1-on-1 Mentorship and Customized Workshops
Description Summary In partnership with at least one local or regional arts service organization, we design and implement a 6-month incubator to support the next phase in local working artists and/or arts leaders.
Outcomes
Peer-to-peer learning and relationships with new bridges to potential funders, strategic partners, and expansive peer network; customized skill-building
Direct instruction and mentorship with time and space to support a new idea, project, or initiative.
Audience Mid-Career Artists or Arts Leaders
Mainframe Studios hosted an Oakley Creative Incubator from 2020-2021
Pictured (L-R): 2020-21 Oakley Creative Incubator Fellows: DK, Cameron Gray, and Jill Wells,
Oakley Arts Integration | Season-long Program with Facilitated Workshops and Mentorship
Description Summary In partnership with a local arts organization, we create learning materials, training modules, and community partnerships. Drawing from traditional arts integration training, we facilitate training for artists to embed artistry into the community.
Outcomes
Sustainable partnership between artists and community organizations
Artists understand how to integrate their artistry into libraries, schools, community centers, and park systems
Increased value of creativity and the hosting arts organization
Increased community engagement and participatory relationships
Increased overall commitment to the hosting arts organization
Audience Early and Mid-Career Artists, Arts Leaders
Ballet Des Moines hosted Oakley Arts Integration training in partnership with Throughline Arts for their 2023-2024 season
The Sound of Us | 2-day Workshop
Description Summary: Participants explore definitions of success, self, and community, while utilizing sound recording and production technology. Organizations, ranging from libraries to junior high schools to universities have engaged this workshop to support their communities while gathering information about their community stakeholders. This workshop also explores intention and mindfulness — particularly when and how we communicate.
Outcomes:
Community building
Technology Integration
Goal Alignment
Participatory and Curiosity-based Learning
Audience: Youth or Adults
MIT hosted an Oakley Collective Workshop in conjunction with their Listening to the City summit in 2017