Third Space Art Collective exists to increase access to the tools, the place, and the expertise needed to create and exhibit art & music.
Located at 946 Olive Drive in Davis, California, Third Space Art Collective is home to private and shared work spaces of local artist in the Davis community.
The name Third Space is based on a concept, attributed to Homi K. Bhabha, pertaining to territories that are not defined by a traditional oppressed / ruling class dynamic, but rather a post-colonial dynamic where the people engaged in creating a new kind of society. In contemporary construction of three "spaces", one space is the domestic sphere: the family and the home. A second space is the sphere of civic engagement including school, work and other forms of public participation. Set against these is a Third Space where individual, sometimes professional, and sometimes transgressive acts are played out: where people let their "real" selves show.
Third Space Art Collective is a group of independent artists, performers, and educators striving to further enrich the culture of our community by making the creation and exhibition of art and music accessible to people regardless of age or economic standing.
We emphasize the ideals of DIY philosophy (Do It Yourself): empowering people by providing access to tools, materials, and knowledge necessary to become active participants in their creative community. Another essential aspect of DIY is recognizing the power of creatively repurposing materials which would conventionally be perceived as waste. We also emphasize DIT philosophy (Do It Together) – which acknowledges the benefits of applying DIY ideas to a collaborative group.
Our goal is threefold: One: to maintain a space to be used as a shared and dedicated art studio for collective members. Two: to provide a space where our community members can learn and practice skills and share ideas. Three: to operate a venue where art and music are showcased.
