Welcome
we value curiosity and collaboration
Mission
KODA is a nonprofit arts organization based in New York dedicated to mid-career artists of diverse backgrounds. We grant residencies to allow for experimentation and facilitate creative projects through strategic partnerships with socially engaged businesses. We are the go-to thinking spot and serve the community through exhibitions of contemporary art, events and outreach to strengthen art education.
Artists
Residencies and exhibitions
Community
Programs and education
Partners
Socially engaged businesses
Events
Artist Talk: Kenseth Armstead
Wed, Sep 23
Zoom
Sep 23, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Zoom
Lunchtime artist talk with conceptual artist Kenseth Armstead and curator Kendal Henry. Armstead’s new public artwork Boulevard of African Monarchs celebrates the legacy of African excellence in America. The installation is presented by the MGPA & NYC DOT Art, and supported by NYSCA and NYFA.
ArtTable: Klaudia Ofwona Draber
Wed, Sep 02
Zoom
Sep 02, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM EDT
Zoom
This week we’ll hear from Klaudia Ofwona Draber is the Executive Director and Curator at KODA, on residency building and supporting the work of artists. KODA’s focus is on supporting the professional and artistic growth of mid-career artists, who create conceptual and social justice related work.
Professional Development for Artists
Tue, Feb 11
FiveMyles
Feb 11, 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
FiveMyles, 558 St Johns Pl, Brooklyn, NY 11238, USA
Community building and business bootcamp. Artists are invited to participate in shaping the program of the organization and benefit from insightful and practical seminars by Patton Hindle, Kenseth Armstead and Dread Scott. Event hosted by Sheetal Prajapati.
IFPDA Young Collectors Cocktails x ArtTable MeetAT
Thu, Oct 24
Jacob K. Javits Convention Center
“...a truly great person has a profound curiosity about the world and the people in it, an interest that encompasses everything and everyone. Real curiosity, I now know, doesn't leave much room for judgement.”