Patrick Fisher
(he/him)
CEO 412.391.2060 x225 pfisher@pittsburghartscouncil.org
Joined the Arts Council in June 2023
Ensures the organization has a clear vision, defined strategy, and necessary resources to fulfill its mission. Through leadership, advocacy, and partnerships, Patrick guides the Arts Council in serving as a trusted resource for the arts sector.
Bio
You might know me from: My former work with Erie Arts & Culture and the Cultural Council of Greater Jacksonville. You may also recognize me as someone often documenting arts events.
Artistic Practices: I approach my role as an arts administrator through a creative lens and as an artistic process. Additionally, photography and long-format essay writing.
Astrological sign: Aries
Best concert I've ever attended: 2010 Harvest of Hope Festival in St. Augustine, Florida. The festival was an annual fundraiser for a non-profit organization that provides financial, educational, and service-oriented aid to migrant farm workers all over the country. The line-up that year included so many bands that were on heavy rotation at that time in my life. Billy Bragg, The Mountain Goats, Anvil, 7 Seconds, Dead Prez, Paul Baribeau, Kimya Dawson, Torche, Strike Anywhere, Dr. Octagon aka Kool Keith, Defiance Ohio, Algernon Cadawallder, and so many more.
Where you might spot me: Indulging in vegan baked goods at Allegro Bakery on the weekends, walking my two three-legged dogs in the Strip District, conducting studio visits with artists, attending as many arts and community events as a week can permit
Blog Posts
Featured
Affordable Housing for Artists: A New Opportunity for Artists in Pittsburgh’s Cultural District
The rapid appreciation of housing in Pittsburgh has made it increasingly difficult for artists to afford living and working spaces, raising concerns about the erosion of the city’s creative fabric. However, an opportunity has emerged to help artists secure stable, affordable housing in Downtown Pittsburgh.How Intermediaries Amplify Impact and Strengthen Ecosystems
Affordable Housing for Artists: A New Opportunity for Artists in Pittsburgh’s Cultural District
Investing in Pittsburgh’s Arts Ecosystem: A Call to Action for Public and Philanthropic Support
Where Arts and Sports Collide: Seizing Pittsburgh’s NFL Draft Moment
Pittsburgh: An Emerging Global Hub for Craft Excellence
Standing Together in Uncertain Times: The Arts as a Pathway to Justice and Freedom
Graffiti as a Cultural Bridge: Lessons from Pittsburgh and Beyond
Rethinking Engagement Strategies with New Technologies
20 Ways to Support Living and Working Artists
Pennsylvania Ranks Among the Top 10 States for Arts Vibrancy