Events

September 13th - Precita Eyes Muralists Gala for the Future
July 26th - Precita Eyes Muralists Urban Youth Arts Festival
An appeal for donations

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Saturday, September 13th, 2008
6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Martin Lawrence Gallery
366 Geary Avenue, San Francisco, CA
(near union square)

Tickets are $30, available now or at the door

On Saturday, September 13, 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM, "Find the Artist Within" by joining Precita Eyes Muralists at the Martin Lawrence Gallery at 366 Geary Street near Union Square in San Francisco for a live auction of original mural art by San Francisco/Bay Area muralists. The Gala for the Future honors the legacy of Founder Susan Cervantes, and features artwork by local celebrities, a special mural painting performance celebrating Keith Haring, music, tasty hors dÕoeuvres and fine wine!

Tickets may be purchased now for $30 or at the door the evening of the event. Call (415) 285-2287 for ticket sales and more information.

All proceeds from Gala fundraiser and art auction benefit Precita Eyes Muralists cultural programs for children, youth and communities. Precita Eyes brings art into the communities it serves, and reaches over 10,000 people annually.

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The 12th Annual SF/ Bay Area
Urban Youth Arts Festival

Saturday July 26th, 2008
1:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Festival flyer

Youth and families are invited to come for the afternoon and be a part of a positive and creative expression with San Francisco/ Bay Area artists at the twelth annual Urban Youth Arts Festival in Precita Park, San Francisco. Participate in traditional as well as aerosol painting and other hands on community art activities. All are welcome to spend the day enjoying mural performances, music, breakdancing and refreshments.

This event is sponsored by Precita Eyes Muralists, a San Francisco based community mural arts non-profit organization.

Admission is FREE!

For more information contact Eli Lippert at

(415)285-2287
education@precitaeyes.org

Left: Youth creating spray-can murals at the 2002 Precita Eyes Urban Youth Arts Festival.

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An appeal for donations

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Dear Esteemed Members and Supporters of Precita Eyes Muralists:

Every summer we sponsor a free festival to benefit our Urban Youth Arts Program. This year, we are asking for your donations to host the event. The 12th Annual Urban Youth Arts Festival, takes place on Saturday, July 26 from 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM, in Precita Park, located on the corner of Precita Avenue and Folsom Street.

With your support, we will bring youth together for a positive experience and a day filled with free art, music, fun, and food. Temporary blank walls placed around the park allow spaces for artists of all ages to paint. We also provide a stage for live performances by youth entertainers. This event offers a platform for youth to express themselves artistically in a safe and public environment, and where everyone can celebrate youth art.

Our needs for the festival follow:

Complementary food and beverages to all attendees

Art supplies for painting on temporary walls

A PA system and 4 microphones

Volunteers to set up and take down the event

Based on past years, we expect approximately 300-400 people to attend the festival. To make this happen we need approximately $3,000 to cover the entire cost of the festival. WonÕt you please consider making an in-kind or monetary donation to support our youth? Please feel free to contact me at 415/285-2287 (Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM) for any additional information. Send checks payable to Precita Eyes Muralists, 2981 24th Street, SF, CA 94110. Or come visit, we also accept credit contributions.

Precita Eyes Muralists is a non-profit, community based arts organization dedicated to educating the public about the process and history of community mural arts. Precita Eyes uses art to unite communities, and enrich urban environments. For over thirty years Precita Eyes has brought art and community together through low-cost art classes for all ages, community mural workshops, youth apprenticeships, Mission Mural Walk tours, a mural art supply store, and more.

Thank you for your consideration and on-going support of Precita Eyes Muralists.

Sincerely,

Eli Lippert
Youth Arts Coordinator, Precita Eyes Muralists

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Click here for photos from the event