ABOUT
Our Vision
Our vision is to create a welcoming art organization that empowers members to reach their full potential, celebrates differences, and embraces diversity. We aim to inspire a culture of kindness and understanding, uniting artists and art lovers from diverse backgrounds.
Our Mission
We are an organization where the practice of contemporary and modern art is encouraged and supported. To cultivate artists through fellowship, education and the exploration of creative techniques and processes. To expand awareness of contemporary and modern art with the public through exhibitions and educational programs. CAAGA is set up as a 501c3 non-profit organization.
Objectives
- To enhance and grow the contemporary art presence in our local community, regional area and beyond.
- To maintain our presence through live and virtual exhibitions, lectures, and gatherings.
- To organize and promote visits to art galleries, museums, and installations.
- To use our combined strength to encourage and grow artists in the development of their artistic pursuits through educational opportunities.
- To give back to our community through our talents, time and resources
Our AdVISOR
Kevin Pullen
Kevin Pullen, renown southeast artist is CAAGA's advisor. Kevin’s love of art began as a child in Plainfield, NJ. His passion was fueled by childhood visits to the nearby art museums in New York City. He has a bachelor of arts degree from Hampton University, where he studied painting, design, drawing, metal and sculpture.
FROM KEVIN:
"When I was in preschool, my favorite time of day was when I was allowed to draw and paint. As I got older, this love never faded and eventually I went to college to study art."
"I use several different media, such as clay, acrylic paints, and pastels. I believe that working in a variety of media enhances creativity and allows the message to speak with different voices in my artistic process. Each idea manifests in its own individual style."
"I enjoy hiking in my spare time and many of my pieces are directly influenced by these hikes in nature. I love recreating plants and wildlife in my work."
