Caroline

Hudson-Naef

Cultural Strategist

ABOUT CAROLINE

Caroline Hudson-Naef is a creative administrator working to build more equitable, connected communities through place-based arts and design.

SELECTED PROJECT

Pathways to Change

Building the Field of Civic Artist in Residence Programs

This report studies the field of Civic Artists in Residence, or artist residencies in government. I interviewed 26 field practitioners and non-arts government leaders to identify pathways for building this field of practice.

This project adds to the growing body of evidence that professionals on both sides of these partnerships are invested in positive change in our local governments and prepared to work together to achieve it.

PHILOSOPHY

I believe that creative expression is a platform from which we can build the world we want to inhabit.

Hear from others!

  • "Pathways to Change is a vital resource for anyone interested in the growing field of artists in residence in government. Caroline has compiled previously not connected resources in planning, artist residencies, and government systems that are grounding this growing field.”

    Johanna K. Taylor, Co-Founder of CAIR Lab

  • “In addition to her exceptional commitment to her work and fostering community through art in Chandler, Caroline is just a delight to be around. She makes me feel empowered to accomplish even the most overwhelming tasks.”

    Peter Bugg, Visual Arts Program Manager, City of Chandler

  • “Working with Caroline on the Pueblo Alto mural was a smooth process from beginning to end. I felt supported anytime I had a question or concern about the project. It's thanks to Caroline for making this mural a success and now has become a cultural landmark in Chandler, AZ.”

    Edgar 8ahau Fernandez

  • “I felt like Caroline’s workshop clarified what information an artist needs to convey to get the most effective response possible from potential clients and galleries.”

    Dan Lewis, Artist

  • “Caroline makes Chandler a better place to live and work in lots of small ways on a regular basis. She is reliable, friendly, cheerful, hard-working, and a pleasure to have as a colleague.”

    Hanley Ange, Gallery Assistant, City of Chandler