Create Sacramento
It all begins with an idea.
Welcome to Create Sacramento, your go-to newsletter designed for creative professionals in the Sacramento area. Whether you’re a videographer, photographer, designer, writer, or musician, this weekly brief is crafted to help you stay connected, grow your craft, and take full advantage of what our region has to offer.
Each issue includes opportunities, industry tools, local events, and resources—all curated for the Sacramento creative community.
Sacramento Art Spotlight: Verge Center for the Arts
If you’re working as an artist or content creator in the city, Verge Center for the Arts is a must-know resource. From exhibitions and residencies to affordable studio spaces, Verge offers programs that directly support Sacramento artists and creatives.
Coming up:
Sac Open Studios – A self-guided art tour and exhibition showcasing Sacramento’s diverse talent. A great way to get visibility for your work and network with other local artists and art buyers.
Verge also hosts workshops for creative entrepreneurs, portfolio development, and marketing—ideal if you’re building a creative business in Sacramento.
Events to Connect and Create
1. Creative Mornings Sacramento
📅 April 12, 2025
📍 Urban Hive
Start your day with Sacramento’s top creative thinkers. This month’s theme: “Movement”. Great for designers, filmmakers, photographers, and entrepreneurs looking to expand their creative network in Sacramento.
2. Sacramento Film & Media Mixer
📅 April 18, 2025
📍 CLARA Auditorium
Meet directors, editors, producers, and on-screen talent at this networking mixer hosted by the Sacramento Film Commission. Bring your portfolio or demo reel—opportunities for collaboration and jobs often start here.
Tool of the Week: Motion Array
Motion Array is a powerful all-in-one platform for video professionals. With templates, stock footage, royalty-free music, and presets, it’s a go-to resource for videographers in Sacramento looking to increase production value and streamline workflows.
If you’re editing branded content, wedding films, or YouTube videos, this tool can dramatically cut down turnaround time and elevate your visuals.
Opportunities for Sacramento Creatives
• Sol Collective Open Call – Seeking submissions on cultural identity for a summer art show.
Apply here. Deadline: May 1, 2025.
• City of Sacramento Artist Grants – Applications now open for individual artist funding and community impact projects.
• SMAC Public Art Panel – April 16 event to help artists navigate RFPs for public art and mural commissions.
These grants and exhibitions offer high visibility and funding—ideal for Sacramento photographers, muralists, filmmakers, and installation artists looking to grow their practice and community impact.
Read This: Resources for Growth
• The Real Cost of Free Work – Creative Independent
Essential reading for freelance creatives in Sacramento navigating exposure vs. paid work.
• Documenting Your Process – 99U
Why behind-the-scenes content builds stronger connections with clients, collectors, and collaborators.
Final Thought
This newsletter is a space for the creative leaders of Sacramento to stay informed, inspired, and involved. If you’re producing something exceptional, have an event coming up, or want to contribute a tip—get in touch. I’d love to feature your work and help build visibility around our city’s talent.
Thanks for reading. Keep creating.
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Kody James Pickern
Creative Director | Videographer | Community Builder
Founder, Create Sacramento