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 attached general form. We will do our best to match your experience and expertise to our current needs. We are also looking for volunteers that can commit to a more long-term, involved role at OTAS. Please let us know of your interest by making a note of it in the comment section of the form and share your areas of expertise.
Simply fill out the form below to join our volunteer 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 Volunteer Coordinator, Ivanna Hansen, at [email protected].
Interested in learning more about how to volunteer with us?
Attend our next Volunteer Orientation and Campus Tour! Meet the Director of Marketing & Volunteers, Ivanna Hansen, and Gallery & Events Coordinator, Angel Cunningham, at front desk in Reception.
NEXT VOLUNTEER TOUR & ORIENTATION:
Tuesday, November 12th from 10:30am – 11:30am
GINGERBREAD LANE DECORATING
Date: Monday, November 11th from 10:00am – 2:00pm
Location: OTAS Patio & Outdoor Stage area
We are getting ready for the holidays and our much anticipated Gingerbread Lane event this season! This is an event that will take place on 11/30, 12/7, 12/14, and 12/21 (separate sign up for Gingerbread Lane). It is free and open to the public and we need YOU to help us bring the holiday magic to Coachella Valley. We’ll be transforming our 3 acre property into a winter wonderland with multiple trees, trimmed garland, twinkling lights, and a marquee 17-foot tree next to Santa’s workshop! It’s ALL hands on deck, so please spread the word!
WORKSHOP & CLASSROOM AIDES
Dates: 10/29, 12/10
(Acrylic Pour Workshops)
Location: Mixed Media Studio at OTAS
Old Town Artisan Studios offers a variety of art classes and workshops on campus. We invite those with a passion for helping others to assist as a Campus Educational Volunteer.
POTTERY PAINTING HOSTS
TRAINING REQUIRED. Please contact [email protected] for more information.
Dates: 11/12, 11/23, 1/22
Location: OTAS Paint Your Own Pottery Studio OR Mixed Media Studio/Multi-Purpose Room
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!
CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP
ART OF MUSIC
Dates: 10/10, 11/14, 12/12 from 4:30pm – 8:15pm
Location: OTAS Patio & Outdoor Stage area
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.
OPEN MIC NIGHT
Dates: 10/21, 11/18, 12/16 from 4:45pm – 8:15pm
Location: OTAS Patio & Outdoor Stage area
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.
GINGERBREAD LANE
Dates: 11/30, 12/07, 12/14, 12/21
Location: OTAS
Our most anticipated event of the season is free for the community and includes fun for the whole family! OTAS is seeking 60-75 volunteers per Saturday to help continue to offer this event to the community. We will be offering gingerbread cookie decorating, hot cider, clay ornament painting, rock painting, bubble fountain, performances by local youth and talent, photo opportunities, and more! Festive attire encouraged. Minors under 16 must be accompanied by an adult that is also on sign up.
Is it your first time volunteering for Gingerbread Lane?
Come to one of our mandatory trainings:
- Friday, November 15 from 4:00 – 5:00pm
- Thursday, November 21 from 4:00 – 5:00pm
MOBILE ARTS PROGRAM OUTREACH
LIVE SCAN REQUIRED WITH OUR ORGANIZATION BEFORE SIGNING UP. Please inquire by contacting [email protected].
(NEW DATES ADDED THROUGH JANUARY 2025)
Dates: Various dates and times available.
Location: Meet at OTAS and ride along with OTAS staff to 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 YMCA, Boys and Girls Club, Hope Through Housing, 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!
ART GALLERY OPENING RECEPTIONS
Dates: 10/11, 11/07, 12/19
Location: The Leland Gallery at OTAS
We are seeking assistance with our opening receptions to support the gallery coordinator. Volunteers may be asked to assist with the wine bar, walk customers to the front desk to make purchases, and/or be a studio docent to share who we are to first-time visitors.
“DUO” ART GALLERY DOCENT
Dates: Saturdays from November to December
Location: The Leland Gallery at OTAS
Our DUO Art Fundraiser is here! Over 40+ artworks are on display in the Leland Gallery from November 6 to December 16 that are available for raffle. 100% of the proceeds will go directly into our Outreach Arts Program to provide art classes to local youth, seniors, and groups with disabilities. We are looking for Gallery Docents that will greet guests, assist with raffle ticket purchases, and ensure artworks are safe during normal business hours.
OPEN POSITIONS
Volunteer Photographer(s)
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. Please email [email protected] to inquire.
