Our Purpose

Access Art from All Angles

GCCA provides access to art from all angles - through education, exhibitions, and artist support - fostering an inclusive, thriving, and transformative arts community.

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Vision

Creating a Vibrant Arts Future

GCCA will stand as a regional leader in accessible and sustainable visual arts, ensuring that artists at every stage have the resources, community, and opportunities to grow, connect, and inspire through creative expression. Through education, exhibitions, and artist support, we foster dialogue, empower individuals, and strengthen the arts ecosystem. By removing barriers and investing in long-term growth, we ensure that art remains a powerful and transformative force in our community.

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Values

  1. Inclusive Access – Art should be available to everyone. We actively remove financial, social, and physical barriers to ensure creativity is open and welcoming to all.

  2. Sustainable Growth – Long-term financial, environmental, and organizational sustainability are essential to our mission. We steward our resources responsibly to keep GCCA a thriving and lasting arts hub.

  3. Artist Empowerment – Every artist deserves high-quality education, professional development, and dedicated spaces to create. We support artists at every stage of their journey to help them grow and succeed.

  4. Community Connection – Art strengthens communities. We cultivate meaningful partnerships that bring diverse voices together, fostering shared experiences and creative collaboration.

  5. Excellence & Innovation – We challenge artistic and educational boundaries, continuously evolving to inspire, engage, and elevate the arts community.