Mission and Values
Why we exist, the principles that guide us, and the lens through which decisions are made at PenArt.
Our Mission
Peninsula School of Art provides enriching visual art educational experiences for participants of all ages and abilities to inspire creativity and build community.
Our Values
Artist-centered, always.
We’re committed to listening to, learning from, collaborating with, supporting, and celebrating artists of all career stages and visual arts practices. Our premise is a simple one of mutual investment: “Peninsula School of Art doesn’t succeed if artists don’t succeed.”
Leading with integrity.
We’re committed to honesty and transparency, upholding the values and principles of PenArt through our actions and decisions, building trust, being accountable for our commitments, and demonstrating respect for our students, instructors, donors, and community.
Focused on growth.
We value growth: for our students, challenging them to push themselves creatively and take the next step in their artistic development; for our community, providing opportunities to learn and discuss new ideas; for our staff, supporting personal and professional evolutions; and as an organization, striving to continually improve. We celebrate moments of this growth—both large and small—and measure our success by them.
Strengthened by community.
We believe in the power of the communities we create and serve. We seek to foster a welcoming atmosphere, a spirit of belonging, and inclusivity. The unique talents, interests, values, and perspectives of our staff and the individuals we serve strengthen our programs and infuse passion into everything we do.
Forever forward-thinking.
We lead change. We anticipate hurdles, innovate, make incremental improvements, and embrace a proactive, critical approach. We both recognize and create opportunities to explore diverse perspectives on new thoughts, ideas, media, technologies, and ways of working.
See how our mission and values shine through in our:
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Workshops & Classes
Expand your skills and broaden your perspectives with classes and workshops created for all ages and skill levels. Our Summer/Fall 2022 schedule is available now.
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Upcoming Exhibitions
The Guenzel Gallery is free and open to the public and features exhibitions of nationally- and internationally-renowned artists. Check out our current schedule.
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Artists-in-Residence Program
Designed for artists of all career stages, our Artists-in-Residence Program is an immersive studio experience awarded to six individuals each year.