Philosophy: Daydreamz works to provide underserved populations with a unique forum to voice their concerns, and thereby create alternate directions for the future-- their own and the community’s. We believe that creativity is the “Language of the Soul,” and that both the creative process and the witnessing of these collaborations is empowering for participants and community members alike.
Join us at upcoming events for community awareness, healing, & hope!
2008 Events: (click underlined items for details or photos)
Community mural projects with Bridges of Silence & at-risk youth... in progress.
Larimer Chalk Art Festival, our 3rd year to share, was more fun & learning, June 7 & 8, 2008...see photos
The 5th annual "break the silence-stop the violence" event was May 8, 2008 6pm. (Due to inclement weather it moved to TOSA our 'rainsite' at 1644 Platte St.) It was an evening of performers, survivors, and supporters sharing healing and HOPE for change.
This years Call-to-Present/ Perform was full by May 1st. Call early next year to share your - songs, poetry, dance, or vignette about abuse issues.
Citywide gallery - "Ripples of Hope" - survivors art exhibition at 5 Denver Metro galleries thruout April.
Spring 2008: International Fiber Collaborative - Syracuse, NY "Young Voices for Earth"...from Denver
4th annual event "Breaking the Silence" - Oct. 6, 2007
"Ripples of Hope" Gallery - Sept. 2007 throughout Metro Denver
Pinwheels for Peace - international youth project
Botanic Gardens Birdhaus Bash 7/12/07
Street Painting festival - La Piazza del Arte 2007
2006
Happenings: (click for
more details)
Mission
Statement:
educate, raise awareness of social issues, and initiate positive change.
Who we are:
Daydreamz is an Artistic Collective founded by a small group of artists who saw needs in their communities’ and felt obliged to use their talents and gifts to address them. Since its conception in 1994 our membership has grown and our projects have spanned both coasts of the US. We moved to Denver, CO the summer of 2002, and still have active members and projects in California, Arizona, Texas, North Carolina, and New York.
