Craft Youth Culture is a free arts after-school program designed for teens who are interested in the arts. We are now taking applications for Craft Youth Culture 2023-24. This fall, successful applicants will join a visiting artist for weekly workshops exploring hands-on crafting techniques and materials, current exhibitions, and careers in the arts. Applications are open to highly motivated, incoming 9th - 12th grade students or homeschool equivalent, who can commit to being an active attendee of all classes (see schedule below).
APPLICATIONS DEADLINE
Sunday, July 30, 2023
The program includes:
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Gallery visits and facilitated discussions about art
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Working with professional, contemporary artists
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Hands-on artmaking projects and portfolio development
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Guest speakers and programs exploring careers in the arts
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First-hand experience of the behind-the-scenes operations of an art museum
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All necessary materials and tools for projects
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Free admission to the museum, special events for you and your family
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A culminating professional showcase of work created throughout the year in the form
of an exhibition, event, or catalog
Craft Youth Culture 2022-23 Celebration and Catalog Launch
Join us to learn about the program, meet this year's artists, and celebrate their work!
Sunday, June 4, 2023, 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Schedule
Craft Youth Culture 2023 – 2024
October 4, 2023 – March 27, 2023
The Craft Youth Culture program will meet weekly on Wednesdays from 5 - 7 pm on the the following dates. Please note that some changes to the schedule may occur.
SESSION 1 (2023)
October 4, 11, 18, 25
November 1, 8, 15, 29
December 6, 13
SESSION 2 (2024)
January 10, 17, 24, 31
February 7, 14, 21, 28
March 6, 13, 20, 27
Questions? Email billie@craftcontemporary.org
Image Credit - Craft Youth Culture 2022-23