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moZaic-arts PDX is:
+ open to all
+ a creative community arts space
+ a living space where artists and artwork cohabitate
+ an "alt gallery" dedicated to highlighting new work and emerging artists
committed to enhancing diversity, equity, inclusion in a historically exclusionary business -- art production and distribution
FAQ
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Can I just stop by or do I need an appointment?We strive to keep our makerspace open to the community as much as possible. Since we are few, current open hours are limited to events and scheduled appointments. If you live in the building and see someone enter...feel free to request a look around!
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Where are you located?The PDX moZaic makerspace is located at 1310 Naito Pkwy, Suite 111. In addition to the website you're on, moZaic also exists in the hearts and minds of our small group of artists and community collaborators.
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Are you a 501c3?moZaic has applied for IRS designation as a 501c3 In the meantime, for those who aren't donating for a tax write-off, feel free to donate as much as you want!
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What is the space used for?In addition to moZaic-produced events (check the calendar for more info) the PDX makerspace is also available for both solo and group study, work, and creation. Within the parameters of a signed partnership agreement, individuals and groups may utilize the collaboration space and supplies for meetings, art viewing, and small-group events.
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How do I partner with and/or display at moZaic?To collaborate and/or display your work, please follow these steps: 1. Create art, an artist statement, and a proposal for how you wish to collaborate with and/or display your work at moZaic. 2. Contact moZaic to schedule a proposal review. 3. If accepted: review, sign, and adhere to the artist agreement. 4. If not accepted: revise according to feedback and resubmit. moZaic accepts proposals on a rolling basis.
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Do you offer artist funding?Limited artist and project funding is available. Please see above FAQ for the partnership process. In addition to small-grant artist and project funding, moZaic also offers an artist residency program. See residency webpages for more information and application.
moZaic PDX makerspace features areas for solo & group work & display
First floor, Suite 111
1. Large street-level window for art display & daydreaming.
1a. Secluded under-stair noise and light canceling areas with sensory seating and a dog lounge.
1b. Extendable table for large projects and group work with active seating and hybrid meeting capability.
2. Large wall area for hanging artworks.
3. Solo workstations and wall area for art display.
4. Group meet/eat area and wall area for art display.
5. Yep, even art display in the bathroom and supply closet. Who's your dada?! Thank you Duchamp!
Second floor, Suite 211
6. Loft stairwell for vertical & hanging artworks.
7. Large wall area for art display.
8. Projection wall for video.
9. Lounge for relaxed conversation on comfortable convertible couches.
10. Large main bathroom with shower, soaking tub and supplies.
we are moZaic
We are currently a very small team of creatives excited to start utilizing the amazing space.
Ideas
Nilo
Nilo is the financier and super fun founder of moZaic. Nilo is an avid Wagner Ring-head who adores alliteration, dressing dogs in deviously dashing designs, exploring the earth, and creating quality time with friends and family (and fur-babies).
Outreach
Hanchil
Hanchil first met Nilo through work at an old & crusty organization where they hatched a plan to open a collaborative work and learn space in downtown PDX that is anything but old & crusty.
Implementation
Pancho
Pancho is a global performance and visual artist, philosopher, and all-around amazing human.