Volunteer
Join our Volunteer Team!
Old Town Artisan Studios provides art experiences for all people despite age, ability, or financial condition. We believe art is healing and has an everlasting positive impact on each of us. If you are interested in donating your time and talents, please fill out the online volunteer application by scrolling below. Afterwards, we encourage you to come to our next Volunteer Orientation. Thank you for your support!
Interested in learning more about how to volunteer with us?
Attend our next Volunteer Orientation and Campus Tour! Meet the Gallery, Events, & Volunteer Manager, Adriana Lopez-Ospina, at front desk in Reception.
NEXT VOLUNTEER TOUR & ORIENTATION:
Wednesday, September 17th from 10:30am-11:30am
Click here to RSVP!
Scroll past Upcoming Volunteer Opportunities to fill out the Volunteer Application. Once it has been submitted, you are officially part of the team!
Upcoming Volunteer Opportunities
Thank you for taking the time to view our areas of need and for your dedication to our cause. If you are new to Old Town Artisan Studios, please fill out the volunteer application at the bottom of the page before signing up for any specific opportunity. We look forward to partnering together this season! For any questions, please do not hesitate to reach out to our Gallery, Events, & Volunteer Manager, Adriana Lopez-Ospina, at [email protected].
Mata Ortiz Packaging Volunteers
Dates: November 13 – 15
Location: Old Town Artisan Studios
Join us for a special Mata Ortiz gallery event! We’re looking for friendly volunteers to help package beautiful handmade pottery as it’s sold. You’ll help wrap and tape each piece to keep it safe and ready for its new home. It’s a fun way to be part of this exciting event and support our artists!
To learn more about Mata Ortiz, please visit https://oldtownartisanstudios.org/gallery-shows/
Paint Your Own Pottery Hosts
TRAINING REQUIRED. Please contact [email protected] for more information.
Dates: Saturday Mornings
Location: Old Town Artisan Studios PYOP Studio
Paint Your Own Pottery (or “PYOP”) is a very exciting service that we offer here on our campus! Like all of our studio services, when individuals book a PYOP party with us (kid’s birthday, team-building activity, family retreat, etc.), proceeds help to offset costs in our mobile mission to bring art lessons into the community! We would love to have your help on some of our busier days. If you love people and enjoy customer service, you would be a great fit for our Pottery Painting Crew! Dates will continuously be added to this schedule, so be sure to keep an eye out of when we need some extra helpers!
The Art of Music Concert Series
Dates: October – April on the Second Thursday of the month
Location: Old Town Artisan Studios
We are so excited to be hosting our monthly music series every second Thursday of each month from October through April! Art of Music seeks to spread music appreciation, as well as help launch a new music education program at OTAS! We need help with door greeting, ushering visitors, snack bar, gallery/reception areas, and set up/clean up.
To learn more about the Art of Music events, click here. https://oldtownartisanstudios.org/art-of-music-2/
Mobile Arts Outreach Program
LIVE SCAN REQUIRED WITH OUR ORGANIZATION BEFORE SIGNING UP. Please inquire by contacting [email protected].
Dates: Various dates and times available.
Location: Meet OTAS staff at various schools, youth, and senior centers.
When a group does not have the means to come to our studio, we bring art classes to them! We work with many organizations across the valley, including the YMCA, Boys and Girls Club, Desert Arc, and more! Our instructor’s need assistance with loading and unloading our mobile outreach van, supporting the students with their art lesson, as well as setting up/cleaning up. Classes can range anywhere from 10-40 students at once, so volunteer help for our instructors is crucial. Outreach classes are fun and extremely rewarding!
Gingerbread Lane
Dates: December 6, 13, & 20
Location: Old Town Artisan Studios
Our most anticipated event of the season is free to the community & includes fun for the whole family! We will be offering gingerbread cookie decorating, hot cider, clay ornament painting, face painting, bubble fountain, perfomances by local talent, photo opportunities, & more! Minors under 16 must be accompanied by an adult & must also sign up.
We’re seeking volunteers for set up, frosting prep, ornament painting, face painting, Santa’s Cottage, & more!
To learn more about our Gingerbread Lane, click here. https://oldtownartisanstudios.org/gingerbread-lane/
Open Mic Night & Food Truck Experience
Dates: October – April on the Third Monday of the month
*Due to the holiday, event will be held on the fourth Monday in February
Location: Old Town Artisan Studios
Open Mic Night at Old Town Artisan Studios is a free community event for performers and spectators! This is a FREE event to share the appreciation of art and music. Areas of need are set up, snack bar, gallery, as well as greeting and welcoming visitors.
To learn more about our Open Mic Night events, click here. https://oldtownartisanstudios.org/open-mic-night/
Classroom Aides
Dates: September – December
Location: Old Town Artisan Studios
Join us in making our workshops a great experience! Classroom Aides help with set-up and clean-up, and assist instructors during class. It’s a fun, hands-on way to be part of the creative energy while supporting our artists and students. No experience needed—just a helpful spirit and a smile!
Open Positions
Please email [email protected] to inquire.
Volunteer Photography Team
Help us capture and share our mission by taking images of our classes, workshops, community events, and more! Must have a Hi-Res camera and prior photography experience.
Volunteer Application
If you have any questions, please email [email protected] or
call us at (760) 777-1444.
