Application: Lewis Art Studio,
Grades 6, 7 & 8
Summer Four-Week Intensive: Includes instruction in visual arts skills and techniques with a focus on portfolio development; field trips to art galleries/collections and cultural destinations; guest artists and speakers; and a culminating student showcase. Program runs for the month of July, Monday – Friday, 9:30 am – 3:30 pm.
School Year Bi-Monthly Saturday Sessions: Continued instruction in visual arts skills and techniques two Saturdays a month, with a focus on portfolio development; field trips, guest speakers and an informal student showcase. Support for application to arts magnet schools is provided to students who are interested. Program runs every other Saturday from September to May, 9:30 am – 12:30 pm.
Please have the following items ready to upload with your application:
1. Three (3) samples of observational drawings, specifically:
– A self-portrait (from observation, using a mirror)
– A drawing of a hand
– A drawing of an object of your choice (i.e. shoe, plant, building, etc.)
(Use pencil on 8.5” x 11” white paper. Label each drawing with your full name)
2. Students from families with an annual combined household income of $75,000 or less are given priority. Proof of income is required if annual combined household income is designated as $75,000 or less. Attach your most recent tax return with your social security number blacked out.
Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Arts for Learning staff will contact program finalists to schedule a 15 minute interview with the student and parent/guardian.
For more information, contact Program Director Ivy Bennett: 305-576-1212 Ext. 136 / Ivy@A4Lmiami.org
Location: Lewis Arts Studio
101 Grand Avenue
Coral Gables, FL 33133