Special Opportunities

The special opportunities that are listed here have been selected by Ryman Arts staff as being advantageous for our students and alumni. Many of these contests, internships, programs and events have benefited Ryman students in the past, and students are always welcome to talk to the staff further with questions.

Internships | Scholarships | Art Contests | Art Classes | Publications & Exhibitions | Events

Internships

Ryman Arts internship at BRC Imagination Arts

Deadline: April 13, 2012
Eligible: Ryman Arts students, and alumni who are still in high school
Can provide : A paid summer internship
Required to be a US Citizen to apply? Yes

BRC Imagination Arts is an entertainment company located in Burbank that works internationally to create experiences for visitors to theme parks, cultural centers, expositions, special events, and much more. They work in all disciplines and media to meet their clients’ needs, creating an exciting and varied work atmosphere. You can see examples of their many diverse projects at BRCWEB.com.
The Ryman Arts internship at BRC is a full time, paid summer internship for Ryman Arts students and alumni who are currently in high school and are age 16 or older. The intern will spend 10 weeks at BRC assisting in a variety of ways. Interns will offer administrative support (such as photocopying and emailing), research help (such as looking things up online and in the in-house library), and basic assistance in any way needed. Tasks will be basic but varied, and will give interns a chance to experience the wide range of projects and expertise that BRC offers. The intern will have a chance to shadow or be mentored by a BRC staff member.
If the intern is fluent in a foreign language, he or she may have the chance to use their language skills in research as well as written and verbal communications.
The internship pays $10/hour.

Eligibility:
All applicants must meet the following eligibility requirements in order to be considered:

Current High School student age 16 or older (graduating seniors may apply)
Eligible to work in the United States
Available full time for ten consecutive weeks in June – August, 2012
Has reliable transportation to the Burbank office
Has basic computer skills
Fluency in a foreign language not required, but is preferred. Please note your language skills on your resume, specifying if your skills include reading and writing as well as conversational ability.

Application Process:
Submit the following materials to Rebecca Tuynman at Ryman Arts by Friday, April 13, 2012:

Cover letter stating your interest in the position and detailing what you feel you have to offer to BRC Imagination Arts
Resume that includes your education, work or volunteer experience, and skills as well as your contact information

LACMA High School Internship Program

Deadline: April 27, 2012
Eligible: Los Angeles County public high school students
Can provide : An internship at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art
Required to be a US Citizen to apply? No

Applications are now being accepted to the 2012–2013 High School Internship Program at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art. Participants will have opportunities to learn and work in the museum, explore exhibitions, take part in special projects with exhibiting artists, and provide tours to their peers and the public of an area of the collection.

The program seeks promising Los Angeles County public high school students who have an enthusiasm for the arts, are self-motivated, and demonstrate a high level of responsibility and commitment. Applicants should also be able to work independently and in collaboration with others. Students who will be juniors or seniors in fall 2010 are especially encouraged to apply. Participants must be able to commit eight to ten hours per month, on Thursday afternoons, 4:30–6:30 p.m. for meetings, and (during second semester) on selected mornings, 10 a.m.–12 noon, for tours.

Applications with resumes are due by Friday, April 27. Please mail, email, fax,
or hand-deliver a completed application and resume. Traditionally, there are many more applicants to the High School Internship Program than openings. Museum staff will carefully review all applications before making a selection of those applicants we would like to interview. Applicants will be notified of our decision after interviews have been conducted.

If you have any questions, contact Ben Shaffer at LACMA at (323) 857-6141 or bshaffer@lacma.org

You can download the application form here.

Scholarships

Emma L. Bowen Scholars

Deadline: January 31, 2012
Eligible: Minority High School juniors and seniors and college freshman. Must have GPA of 3.0 and be a U.S. citizen or have permanent residency status in the U.S.
Can provide : Five year paid internship with media company, matching funds to pay for your college tuition, training in media career, mentorship program
Required to be a US Citizen to apply? Yes

The Emma L. Bowen Foundation was created in 1989 to prepare minority youth for careers in the media industry. The Foundation’s program is unlike traditional intern programs in that students work for partner companies during summers and school breaks from the summer following their junior year in high school until they graduate from college. During the five-year program, students have an opportunity to learn many aspects of corporate operations and develop company-specific skills. Corporations have an opportunity to train and mentor students with the option of fulltime employment upon completion of their college degrees.

Students earn an hourly salary and matching funds for college expenses. Academic excellence is also a key component of the program—students are required to maintain a 3.0 grade point average to remain in good standing. The Foundation staff works closely with corporate partners to monitor each student’s academic and work progress. An annual student conference, a community service program and a mentoring program are also provided to further enhance the student’s knowledge and experience. Resource guides for both students and corporate supervisors are provided to maximize the student’s experience while in the program.

This unique, multi-year program prepares a diverse group of talented young professionals to enter the workforce with specific job-related skills, knowledge of the corporate environment and a strong foundation for future advancement.

You can contact the Emma Bowen Foundation's west coast office at 818-655-5708, or visit their website by clicking here.

Idyllwild Arts Summer Youth Arts Program

Ryman Arts Scholarship Deadline: February 26, 2012
Who is eligible for the scholarship: Current Ryman Arts students
Scholarships directly through Idyllwild: Given out beginning in March on a first come, first served basis.
Required to be a US Citizen to apply? No

Since 1950, the Idyllwild Arts Summer Program has created a unique learning environment for children, youth, and adults through an intensive, individual exploration of the arts. Located in California's San Jacinto Mountains, the Program's 205-acre campus provides an outstanding setting for specific art-centered programs, as well as special workshops, festivals and performances. All in all, it provides an unforgettable experience for dreamers of any age.

At the core of every artist is a personal vision. Idyllwild's Youth Arts Center gives students 13-18 the professional direction and focus to realize their inner artist through dance, music, theatre, visual arts, and creative writing. This immersive program, while demanding, provides a competition-free environment. An exceptional faculty works closely with each student, stressing individual growth while encouraging achievement.

Located at an elevation of 5,000 feet on the western slopes of California’s San Jacinto Mountains, Idyllwild’s campus is naturally beautiful, complete with alpine forests, mountains, and meadows. Remote from urban distractions, it is still just 2.5 hours by car from Los Angles or San Diego. Visitors can take advantage of Idyllwild’s broad choice of recreational activities on-campus, or by visiting the nearby town of Idyllwild, with its restaurants, specialty shops, and art galleries.

To apply for a scholarship through Ryman Arts, click here [pdf 45kb] or contact Rebecca Tuynman for a copy of the application. Due February 26, 2012.

Visit the Idyllwild Arts website.

TELACU Scholars

Deadline: March 17, 2012
Eligible: High School seniors who are low-income and who are first-generation college students. Must have a minimum GPA of 2.5.
Can provide : Scholarships ranging from $500 to $5000, renewable each year of school. Also provides college advisement program, mentoring and career preparation.
Required to be a US Citizen to apply? No

TELACU Education Foundation provides college scholarships and mentoring to students in underserved communities in California. They have a variety of scholarships and programs, learn more on their website, here.

WorldStudio Foundation Scholarship

Deadline: March 30, 2012
Eligible: Minority and economically disadvantaged students who are studying design and arts disciplines. See website for additional requirements.
Can provide : $500 - $5000 scholarships
Required be a US Citizen to apply? Yes, or have a green card

WorldStudio Foundation provides scholarships to minority and economically disadvantaged students who are studying the design/arts disciplines in U.S. colleges and universities. Among the Foundation’s primary aims are to increase diversity in the creative professions and to foster social and environmental responsibility in the artists, designers, and studios of tomorrow.

To Apply: Application is available online at www.worldstudio.org. Submit personal, school, and financial information (transcripts, signed financial aid form), slide portfolio, and written statement of purpose.

The Barbara J. Schreter Scholarship at Inner-City Arts

Deadline: TBD
Eligible: High School Seniors who are current or former Inner-City Arts students
Can provide : scholarship, amount TBA
Category: College Scholarship

The Barbara J. Schreter Scholarship at Inner-City Arts was established in 2005 by the Schreter Family to honor Barbara and her commitment to the development of our city's youth. Barbara believed that the power of creativity, and its ability to empower children and young adults to pursue dreams.

To apply, request an application form from Rebecca at Ryman Arts or from Inner-City Arts at (213) 627-9621.

CBC Spouses Visual Arts Scholarship

Deadline: April 2012 (exact date TBA)
Eligible: see below
Can provide : $3000 scholarship
Required be a US Citizen to apply? Yes, or a permanent resident.

The Congressional Black Caucus Foundation provides ten scholarships a year to students studying Visual Arts in college.

To be eligible for a CBC Spouses Visual Arts scholarship, applicants must:

Be preparing to pursue an undergraduate degree full-time or be a current full-time student in good academic standing at an accredited college or university
Be planning to pursue a degree in a field that will lead to a career in the visual arts
Have a minimum 2.5 GPA
Exhibit leadership ability and participate in community service activities

Questions

Call (202) 263-2800 or email scholarships@cbcfinc.org for additional information. To see all application information visit the scholarship website here: http://www.cbcfinc.org/cbcs-va

Art Contests

34th Congressional District Student Art Competition

Deadline: February 2, 2012
Who is eligible : High School students living in the 34th Congressional District.click here to see the map of the district
Prize : Scholarships, art supplies, exhibition of artwork and trip to Washington D.C.
Required to be a US Citizen to apply? No

This annual art competition provides a unique opportunity for students to express themselves. High School students who live in the 34th Congressional District (see a map here: http://roybal-allard.house.gov/District/Map.htm) may submit an original artwork to the competition. Prizes range from scholarships, gift certificates and cash for Honorable Mentions, up to a trip to Washington D.C. and the chance for your artwork to be displayed in the U.S. Capitol for a year for the first place winner.

To download the application forms and read about the submission guidelines visit the competition website http://34thcdsac.org/ or call (213) 628-9230. You can also request a copy of the application from Rebecca at Ryman Arts.

Congressional District Student Art Competitions

Deadline: deadlines vary by district
Who is eligible : High School students
Prize : Scholarships, art supplies, exhibition of artwork and trip to Washington D.C.
Required to be a US Citizen to apply? No

All Congressional Districts participate in the student art competition. Click the link below to see last year's winners and to find your own congressional district. Go to your congressional district's web site to learn about the competition for your area.

http://www.house.gov/content/features/20110713/

Federal Junior Duck Stamp Competition

Deadline: March 15, 2012
Who is eligible: K-12 students
Prize: Up to $5000 and a trip to Washington DC
Required to be a US Citizen to apply? Yes, applicants must be US Citizens, resident aliens or nationals.

The Duck Stamp Competition is a national art competition for students of all ages. Artists create and submit a depiction of a duck in its natural habitat, creating a stamp for the postal service. Recognition and cash prizes vary, but national winners receive prizes up to $5000 and a trip to Washington D.C. for the First Day of Sale ceremony .

Visit http://www.fws.gov/juniorduck/ArtContest.htm to learn about the program, and download a submission form.

Endangered Species Day Youth Art Contest

Deadline: March 15 , 2012
Eligible: Artists in grades K-12
Prize: Exhibition of artwork, art supplies. Grand prize winner will get a trip to Washington D.C to attend the reception.
Required to be a U.S. Citizen to apply? No

The national Endangered Species Day Youth Art contest provides young people with an opportunity to learn about endangered species and express their knowledge and support through artwork. Started in 2006 by the United States Congress, Endangered Species Day recognizes the importance of endangered species and is an occasion to educate the public on how to protect them. The art contest is an integral part of the seventh annual national Endangered Species Day, celebrated on May 18th, 2012.

Artwork should highlight one or more land- and/or ocean-dwelling endangered species—mammal, bird, reptile, amphibian, fish, plant, and/or invertebrate (e.g., insect, spider, snail, coral, crustacean or clam)—found in the United States. Entrants are encouraged to depict species found in their region, ideally in the species’ usual habitat. Entrants may wish to choose from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service’s Spotlight Species. (See: http://www.fws.gov/endangered/ for a list of all endangered species.)

The art will be judged on the basis of:

Concept: How well the work relates to the endangered species theme
Composition: How well the elements of line and form work together
Color: How color enhances the artwork
Expression: How imaginatively the work conveys an idea or emotion

To download an application form and read about all the submission requirements, visit http://www.stopextinction.org/esd/194-esd-art.html

CAEA First Amendment Cartoon Contest

Deadline: March 16, 2012
Who is eligible: all students grades 1-12
Prize: Cash prize of $50, and publication on courtsed.org
Required to be a US Citizen to participate? No

The California Art Education Association is having its 3rd Annual First Amendment Cartoon Contest, open to students nationwide.
The theme of this year’s contest is Free Expression through the “rights of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances.” These rights are particularly significant in this an era of protest both in the United States and around the world.
Encourage students to exercise their creativity by entering the First Amendment Cartoon Contest.
Six winners will each receive a $50 prize. In addition, up to five entries will receive honorable mentions. Winners and honorable mentions will be announced on Law Day, May 1, 2012, and posted at www.courtsed.org.
For contest rules and entry form: www.courtsed.org.
Download: Contest Flyer

L.A. Youth Art Contest: Injustice

Deadline: March 31, 2012
Who is eligible: Los Angeles County youth ages 13 to 19
Prize: Cash prizes up to $100, and publication in L.A. Youth newspaper
Required to be a US Citizen to participate? No

For this year’s art contest, we want you to create a piece of art about an injustice. It’s your chance to raise awareness about an issue you care about. It could be about an unfairness you see in your community, like bad schools, discrimination against certain groups like gays or minorities, or not enough opportunities for the people who live there. Or it could be an injustice happening around the world, like war, poverty or people living without freedom. Before you get started, think: What do you care about? What do you think is wrong in the world? How can you express your idea visually in a way that other people will understand what you’re saying?

We hope these images from L.A. Youth’s archives help inspire you. The image of the girl at the fence is about immigration. The artist said he was depicting a young Mexican girl who has been separated from her family members who are living in America illegally. The fence represents the Mexican border and she is imagining how their lives are. The flag image was the artist’s redesign of the American flag. She said, “Everyone says America is the best country, but human rights are still being violated.” In the image of the fist, the artist has a more positive message and seems to be saying that we can fight AIDS. And there is an image of people protesting war.

You can also go to http://www.pbs.org/treasuresoftheworld and click on Guernica to read about Pablo Picasso’s famous mural protesting the Spanish Civil War.

RULES

1) Contest entries must be original artwork of Los Angeles County youth ages 13 to 19.

2) The work may be done in any medium, including acrylics, oils, charcoal, pencil, pen, watercolor, collage, multimedia, photography or sculpture.The dimensions should be 8 1/2” by 11”. Three-dimensional artwork should include a photograph of the artwork.

3) Each artist may submit only one entry.

4) The artist’s name, age, address and phone number should be included on the back of the artwork. If the artist is in school, the school’s name should be included. If the artwork was created as an assigned project in a classroom, the teacher’s name should be listed. Artwork will be returned if a return address is provided.

The teen staff of L.A. Youth will select a first-, second- and third-place winner as well as some honorable mentions. The first-place winner and his or her teacher will each receive $100. The second-place winner and his or her teacher will each receive $75, and the third-place student and teacher will get $50. Winners and honorable mentions will be published in the May-June 2012 issue of L.A. Youth and on layouth.com.

Questions?
Contact us at (323) 938-9194 or editor@layouth.com.

DEADLINE: March 31, 2012

Send your submission to:

L.A. Youth Art Contest
5967 W. Third St., Suite 301
Los Angeles, CA 90036

Art Classes

Innerspark: California State Summer School for the Arts

Deadline: February 28, 2012
Dates: July 14 - August 10 , 2012
Location: California Institute for the Arts (CalArts), Valencia
Cost: $1550 for tuition, room and board. Many scholarships are available.
Who is eligible : High School students
Must be a US Citizen to apply?: No

Innerspark, the California State Summer School for the Arts (CSSSA) is a residential summer art program at the California Institute for the Arts in Valencia, CA. This year it takes place from July 14 - August 10. They provide full-time art instruction in visual arts as well as dance, animation, music, creative writing and theater. It is open to students grade 8 - 12, and financial aid is available. Many Ryman Arts students have attended this program, and several of our faculty teach there or have taught there in the past.

Click here to learn about applying to the program, and to download an application form. You can also call the Sacramento headquarters at (916) 229-5160.

The Marie Walsh Sharpe Art Foundation Summer Seminar

Deadline: April 4, 2012
Dates: June - July, 2012
Location: Colorado Springs, Colorado
Who is eligible: High School 11th graders
Cost: FREE
Must be a US Citizen to apply? No

The Marie Walsh Sharpe Art Foundation Summer Seminar is a scholarship program available to all artistically gifted high school juniors. The seminar is designed as an institute to offer an intensive visual art studio program for the students. This two-week program allows each student to gain a stronger foundation of skills and understanding in the visual arts through experiencing college-level drawing and painting classes in a group studio setting. Artists in residence will serve as the primary instructors. The artists will provide instruction, giving specific problems to solve and assignments to complete. Sessions concerning careers in art, the development of a portfolio, and small group discussions with artists sharing their unique insights, technical expertise, and commitment to art will be included.

Classes take place in Colorado Springs, Colorado for two weeks . Like Ryman Arts, all accepted students receive a full scholarship for all expenses except transportation to and from Colorado. This is an excellent program, very competitve but truly life-changing. Ryman Arts highly recommends this program.

More information, including the application form, can be found at http://sharpeartfdn.qwestoffice.net/summer1.htm, or by calling (719) 635-3220

Armory Center for the Arts

Cost: Art High classes for ages 15-18 are free of charge. Classes for other age groups charge tuition, but some scholarships are available.
Location: 145 N. Raymond Ave., Pasadena
Required to be a US Citizen to apply? No

The Armory offers studio art classes year round to all ages.

http://www.armoryarts.org/education.php

Free Arts Workshops at Inner-City Arts

Cost: Free to Ryman Arts students, and middle school and High School students in LAUSD schools in local districts 4, 5 & 7. For all other students, workshops are $90 for the 10-week session.
Who is Eligible: Middle School and High School students
Location: Inner-City Arts, 720 Kohler Street, Downtown Los Angeles, 90021
Required to be a US Citizen to apply? No

Inner-City Arts offers classes in Dance Choreography, Stand-Up Comedy, Film Producation, Graphic Design, Animation, Theater Arts and Visual Arts.

FOR MORE INFORMATION:
Call Brenda de Santiago at 213-627-9621 or visit the Inner-City Arts website at inner-cityarts.org

Publications & Exhibitions

No Publication or Exhibition opportunities at this time

Events

The Museum of Contemporary Art, Los Angeles (MOCA), presents

DISSENT: TEEN NIGHT 2012
Saturday, February 11, 6:30–10pm
The Geffen Contemporary at MOCA
152 North Central Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90012

Each year, teens take over the museum for an evening extravaganza of art, music, and more. Inspired by MOCA’s exhibition Under the Big Black Sun: California Art 1974–1981, the aim of DISSENT: TEEN NIGHT 2012 is to inform the youth of Los Angeles of the political and social roles of artists during a time when there seemed to be no place for speaking up against the opinions of political and institutional authority. The event will feature live performances and visual art by local students, artmaking, and refreshments. Have fun, hang out, and learn something new. Teen Night is an event exclusively for students in high school, hosted by teens from the MOCA Apprenticeship Program (MAP).

This year, attendees will receive a complimentary museum membership!

Submit artwork to be considered for the student art exhibition, which will be on display at TEEN NIGHT. One student artist, whose artwork best depicts the theme of DISSENT, will be selected to win a special prize courtesy of the MOCA
Apprenticeship Program. The winner will be announced at the event.

CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD SUBMISSION FORM
INFO 213 621 1745 or pnam@moca.org
FREE; guardian waiver required (download)


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Semester Calendar Course Outline Student Handbook Special Opportunities College and Career Resources link to Special Events	The special opportunities that are listed here have been selected by Ryman Arts staff as being advantageous for our students and alumni. Many of these contests, internships, programs and events have benefited Ryman students in the past, and students are always welcome to talk to the staff further with questions. Internships \| Scholarships \| Art Contests \| Art Classes \| Publications & Exhibitions \| Events Internships Ryman Arts internship at BRC Imagination Arts Deadline: April 13, 2012 Eligible: Ryman Arts students, and alumni who are still in high school Can provide : A paid summer internship Required to be a US Citizen to apply? Yes BRC Imagination Arts is an entertainment company located in Burbank that works internationally to create experiences for visitors to theme parks, cultural centers, expositions, special events, and much more. They work in all disciplines and media to meet their clients’ needs, creating an exciting and varied work atmosphere. You can see examples of their many diverse projects at BRCWEB.com. The Ryman Arts internship at BRC is a full time, paid summer internship for Ryman Arts students and alumni who are currently in high school and are age 16 or older. The intern will spend 10 weeks at BRC assisting in a variety of ways. Interns will offer administrative support (such as photocopying and emailing), research help (such as looking things up online and in the in-house library), and basic assistance in any way needed. Tasks will be basic but varied, and will give interns a chance to experience the wide range of projects and expertise that BRC offers. The intern will have a chance to shadow or be mentored by a BRC staff member. If the intern is fluent in a foreign language, he or she may have the chance to use their language skills in research as well as written and verbal communications. The internship pays $10/hour. Eligibility: All applicants must meet the following eligibility requirements in order to be considered: Current High School student age 16 or older (graduating seniors may apply) Eligible to work in the United States Available full time for ten consecutive weeks in June – August, 2012 Has reliable transportation to the Burbank office Has basic computer skills Fluency in a foreign language not required, but is preferred. Please note your language skills on your resume, specifying if your skills include reading and writing as well as conversational ability. Application Process: Submit the following materials to Rebecca Tuynman at Ryman Arts by Friday, April 13, 2012: Cover letter stating your interest in the position and detailing what you feel you have to offer to BRC Imagination Arts Resume that includes your education, work or volunteer experience, and skills as well as your contact information LACMA High School Internship Program Deadline: April 27, 2012 Eligible: Los Angeles County public high school students Can provide : An internship at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art Required to be a US Citizen to apply? No Applications are now being accepted to the 2012–2013 High School Internship Program at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art. Participants will have opportunities to learn and work in the museum, explore exhibitions, take part in special projects with exhibiting artists, and provide tours to their peers and the public of an area of the collection. The program seeks promising Los Angeles County public high school students who have an enthusiasm for the arts, are self-motivated, and demonstrate a high level of responsibility and commitment. Applicants should also be able to work independently and in collaboration with others. Students who will be juniors or seniors in fall 2010 are especially encouraged to apply. Participants must be able to commit eight to ten hours per month, on Thursday afternoons, 4:30–6:30 p.m. for meetings, and (during second semester) on selected mornings, 10 a.m.–12 noon, for tours. Applications with resumes are due by Friday, April 27. Please mail, email, fax, or hand-deliver a completed application and resume. Traditionally, there are many more applicants to the High School Internship Program than openings. Museum staff will carefully review all applications before making a selection of those applicants we would like to interview. Applicants will be notified of our decision after interviews have been conducted. If you have any questions, contact Ben Shaffer at LACMA at (323) 857-6141 or bshaffer@lacma.org You can download the application form here. Scholarships Emma L. Bowen Scholars Deadline: January 31, 2012 Eligible: Minority High School juniors and seniors and college freshman. Must have GPA of 3.0 and be a U.S. citizen or have permanent residency status in the U.S. Can provide : Five year paid internship with media company, matching funds to pay for your college tuition, training in media career, mentorship program Required to be a US Citizen to apply? Yes The Emma L. Bowen Foundation was created in 1989 to prepare minority youth for careers in the media industry. The Foundation’s program is unlike traditional intern programs in that students work for partner companies during summers and school breaks from the summer following their junior year in high school until they graduate from college. During the five-year program, students have an opportunity to learn many aspects of corporate operations and develop company-specific skills. Corporations have an opportunity to train and mentor students with the option of fulltime employment upon completion of their college degrees. Students earn an hourly salary and matching funds for college expenses. Academic excellence is also a key component of the program—students are required to maintain a 3.0 grade point average to remain in good standing. The Foundation staff works closely with corporate partners to monitor each student’s academic and work progress. An annual student conference, a community service program and a mentoring program are also provided to further enhance the student’s knowledge and experience. Resource guides for both students and corporate supervisors are provided to maximize the student’s experience while in the program. This unique, multi-year program prepares a diverse group of talented young professionals to enter the workforce with specific job-related skills, knowledge of the corporate environment and a strong foundation for future advancement. You can contact the Emma Bowen Foundation's west coast office at 818-655-5708, or visit their website by clicking here. Idyllwild Arts Summer Youth Arts Program Ryman Arts Scholarship Deadline: February 26, 2012 Who is eligible for the scholarship: Current Ryman Arts students Scholarships directly through Idyllwild: Given out beginning in March on a first come, first served basis. Required to be a US Citizen to apply? No Since 1950, the Idyllwild Arts Summer Program has created a unique learning environment for children, youth, and adults through an intensive, individual exploration of the arts. Located in California's San Jacinto Mountains, the Program's 205-acre campus provides an outstanding setting for specific art-centered programs, as well as special workshops, festivals and performances. All in all, it provides an unforgettable experience for dreamers of any age. At the core of every artist is a personal vision. Idyllwild's Youth Arts Center gives students 13-18 the professional direction and focus to realize their inner artist through dance, music, theatre, visual arts, and creative writing. This immersive program, while demanding, provides a competition-free environment. An exceptional faculty works closely with each student, stressing individual growth while encouraging achievement. Located at an elevation of 5,000 feet on the western slopes of California’s San Jacinto Mountains, Idyllwild’s campus is naturally beautiful, complete with alpine forests, mountains, and meadows. Remote from urban distractions, it is still just 2.5 hours by car from Los Angles or San Diego. Visitors can take advantage of Idyllwild’s broad choice of recreational activities on-campus, or by visiting the nearby town of Idyllwild, with its restaurants, specialty shops, and art galleries. To apply for a scholarship through Ryman Arts, click here [pdf 45kb] or contact Rebecca Tuynman for a copy of the application. Due February 26, 2012. Visit the Idyllwild Arts website. TELACU Scholars Deadline: March 17, 2012 Eligible: High School seniors who are low-income and who are first-generation college students. Must have a minimum GPA of 2.5. Can provide : Scholarships ranging from $500 to $5000, renewable each year of school. Also provides college advisement program, mentoring and career preparation. Required to be a US Citizen to apply? No TELACU Education Foundation provides college scholarships and mentoring to students in underserved communities in California. They have a variety of scholarships and programs, learn more on their website, here. WorldStudio Foundation Scholarship Deadline: March 30, 2012 Eligible: Minority and economically disadvantaged students who are studying design and arts disciplines. See website for additional requirements. Can provide : $500 - $5000 scholarships Required be a US Citizen to apply? Yes, or have a green card WorldStudio Foundation provides scholarships to minority and economically disadvantaged students who are studying the design/arts disciplines in U.S. colleges and universities. Among the Foundation’s primary aims are to increase diversity in the creative professions and to foster social and environmental responsibility in the artists, designers, and studios of tomorrow. To Apply: Application is available online at www.worldstudio.org. Submit personal, school, and financial information (transcripts, signed financial aid form), slide portfolio, and written statement of purpose. The Barbara J. Schreter Scholarship at Inner-City Arts Deadline: TBD Eligible: High School Seniors who are current or former Inner-City Arts students Can provide : scholarship, amount TBA Category: College Scholarship The Barbara J. Schreter Scholarship at Inner-City Arts was established in 2005 by the Schreter Family to honor Barbara and her commitment to the development of our city's youth. Barbara believed that the power of creativity, and its ability to empower children and young adults to pursue dreams. To apply, request an application form from Rebecca at Ryman Arts or from Inner-City Arts at (213) 627-9621. CBC Spouses Visual Arts Scholarship Deadline: April 2012 (exact date TBA) Eligible: see below Can provide : $3000 scholarship Required be a US Citizen to apply? Yes, or a permanent resident. The Congressional Black Caucus Foundation provides ten scholarships a year to students studying Visual Arts in college. To be eligible for a CBC Spouses Visual Arts scholarship, applicants must: Be preparing to pursue an undergraduate degree full-time or be a current full-time student in good academic standing at an accredited college or university Be planning to pursue a degree in a field that will lead to a career in the visual arts Have a minimum 2.5 GPA Exhibit leadership ability and participate in community service activities Questions Call (202) 263-2800 or email scholarships@cbcfinc.org for additional information. To see all application information visit the scholarship website here: http://www.cbcfinc.org/cbcs-va Art Contests 34th Congressional District Student Art Competition Deadline: February 2, 2012 Who is eligible : High School students living in the 34th Congressional District.click here to see the map of the district Prize : Scholarships, art supplies, exhibition of artwork and trip to Washington D.C. Required to be a US Citizen to apply? No This annual art competition provides a unique opportunity for students to express themselves. High School students who live in the 34th Congressional District (see a map here: http://roybal-allard.house.gov/District/Map.htm) may submit an original artwork to the competition. Prizes range from scholarships, gift certificates and cash for Honorable Mentions, up to a trip to Washington D.C. and the chance for your artwork to be displayed in the U.S. Capitol for a year for the first place winner. To download the application forms and read about the submission guidelines visit the competition website http://34thcdsac.org/ or call (213) 628-9230. You can also request a copy of the application from Rebecca at Ryman Arts. Congressional District Student Art Competitions Deadline: deadlines vary by district Who is eligible : High School students Prize : Scholarships, art supplies, exhibition of artwork and trip to Washington D.C. Required to be a US Citizen to apply? No All Congressional Districts participate in the student art competition. Click the link below to see last year's winners and to find your own congressional district. Go to your congressional district's web site to learn about the competition for your area. http://www.house.gov/content/features/20110713/ Federal Junior Duck Stamp Competition Deadline: March 15, 2012 Who is eligible: K-12 students Prize: Up to $5000 and a trip to Washington DC Required to be a US Citizen to apply? Yes, applicants must be US Citizens, resident aliens or nationals. The Duck Stamp Competition is a national art competition for students of all ages. Artists create and submit a depiction of a duck in its natural habitat, creating a stamp for the postal service. Recognition and cash prizes vary, but national winners receive prizes up to $5000 and a trip to Washington D.C. for the First Day of Sale ceremony . Visit http://www.fws.gov/juniorduck/ArtContest.htm to learn about the program, and download a submission form. Endangered Species Day Youth Art Contest Deadline: March 15 , 2012 Eligible: Artists in grades K-12 Prize: Exhibition of artwork, art supplies. Grand prize winner will get a trip to Washington D.C to attend the reception. Required to be a U.S. Citizen to apply? No The national Endangered Species Day Youth Art contest provides young people with an opportunity to learn about endangered species and express their knowledge and support through artwork. Started in 2006 by the United States Congress, Endangered Species Day recognizes the importance of endangered species and is an occasion to educate the public on how to protect them. The art contest is an integral part of the seventh annual national Endangered Species Day, celebrated on May 18th, 2012. Artwork should highlight one or more land- and/or ocean-dwelling endangered species—mammal, bird, reptile, amphibian, fish, plant, and/or invertebrate (e.g., insect, spider, snail, coral, crustacean or clam)—found in the United States. Entrants are encouraged to depict species found in their region, ideally in the species’ usual habitat. Entrants may wish to choose from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service’s *Spotlight Species. (See: http://www.fws.gov/endangered/ for a list of all endangered species.) The art will be judged on the basis of: Concept: How well the work relates to the endangered species theme Composition: How well the elements of line and form work together Color: How color enhances the artwork Expression: How imaginatively the work conveys an idea or emotion To download an application form and read about all the submission requirements, visit http://www.stopextinction.org/esd/194-esd-art.html CAEA First Amendment Cartoon Contest Deadline:* March 16, 2012 Who is eligible: all students grades 1-12 Prize: Cash prize of $50, and publication on courtsed.org Required to be a US Citizen to participate? No The California Art Education Association is having its 3rd Annual First Amendment Cartoon Contest, open to students nationwide. The theme of this year’s contest is Free Expression through the “rights of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances.” These rights are particularly significant in this an era of protest both in the United States and around the world. Encourage students to exercise their creativity by entering the First Amendment Cartoon Contest. Six winners will each receive a $50 prize. In addition, up to five entries will receive honorable mentions. Winners and honorable mentions will be announced on Law Day, May 1, 2012, and posted at www.courtsed.org. For contest rules and entry form: www.courtsed.org. Download: Contest Flyer L.A. Youth Art Contest: Injustice Deadline: March 31, 2012 Who is eligible: Los Angeles County youth ages 13 to 19 Prize: Cash prizes up to $100, and publication in L.A. Youth newspaper Required to be a US Citizen to participate? No For this year’s art contest, we want you to create a piece of art about an injustice. It’s your chance to raise awareness about an issue you care about. It could be about an unfairness you see in your community, like bad schools, discrimination against certain groups like gays or minorities, or not enough opportunities for the people who live there. Or it could be an injustice happening around the world, like war, poverty or people living without freedom. Before you get started, think: What do you care about? What do you think is wrong in the world? How can you express your idea visually in a way that other people will understand what you’re saying? We hope these images from L.A. Youth’s archives help inspire you. The image of the girl at the fence is about immigration. The artist said he was depicting a young Mexican girl who has been separated from her family members who are living in America illegally. The fence represents the Mexican border and she is imagining how their lives are. The flag image was the artist’s redesign of the American flag. She said, “Everyone says America is the best country, but human rights are still being violated.” In the image of the fist, the artist has a more positive message and seems to be saying that we can fight AIDS. And there is an image of people protesting war. You can also go to http://www.pbs.org/treasuresoftheworld and click on Guernica to read about Pablo Picasso’s famous mural protesting the Spanish Civil War. RULES 1) Contest entries must be original artwork of Los Angeles County youth ages 13 to 19. 2) The work may be done in any medium, including acrylics, oils, charcoal, pencil, pen, watercolor, collage, multimedia, photography or sculpture.The dimensions should be 8 1/2” by 11”. Three-dimensional artwork should include a photograph of the artwork. 3) Each artist may submit only one entry. 4) The artist’s name, age, address and phone number should be included on the back of the artwork. If the artist is in school, the school’s name should be included. If the artwork was created as an assigned project in a classroom, the teacher’s name should be listed. Artwork will be returned if a return address is provided. The teen staff of L.A. Youth will select a first-, second- and third-place winner as well as some honorable mentions. The first-place winner and his or her teacher will each receive $100. The second-place winner and his or her teacher will each receive $75, and the third-place student and teacher will get $50. Winners and honorable mentions will be published in the May-June 2012 issue of L.A. Youth and on layouth.com. Questions? Contact us at (323) 938-9194 or editor@layouth.com. DEADLINE: March 31, 2012 Send your submission to: L.A. Youth Art Contest 5967 W. Third St., Suite 301 Los Angeles, CA 90036 Art Classes Innerspark: California State Summer School for the Arts Deadline: February 28, 2012 Dates: July 14 - August 10 , 2012 Location: California Institute for the Arts (CalArts), Valencia Cost: $1550 for tuition, room and board. Many scholarships are available. Who is eligible : High School students Must be a US Citizen to apply?: No Innerspark, the California State Summer School for the Arts (CSSSA) is a residential summer art program at the California Institute for the Arts in Valencia, CA. This year it takes place from July 14 - August 10. They provide full-time art instruction in visual arts as well as dance, animation, music, creative writing and theater. It is open to students grade 8 - 12, and financial aid is available. Many Ryman Arts students have attended this program, and several of our faculty teach there or have taught there in the past. Click here to learn about applying to the program, and to download an application form. You can also call the Sacramento headquarters at (916) 229-5160. The Marie Walsh Sharpe Art Foundation Summer Seminar Deadline: April 4, 2012 Dates: June - July, 2012 Location: Colorado Springs, Colorado Who is eligible: High School 11th graders Cost: FREE Must be a US Citizen to apply? No The Marie Walsh Sharpe Art Foundation Summer Seminar is a scholarship program available to all artistically gifted high school juniors. The seminar is designed as an institute to offer an intensive visual art studio program for the students. This two-week program allows each student to gain a stronger foundation of skills and understanding in the visual arts through experiencing college-level drawing and painting classes in a group studio setting. Artists in residence will serve as the primary instructors. The artists will provide instruction, giving specific problems to solve and assignments to complete. Sessions concerning careers in art, the development of a portfolio, and small group discussions with artists sharing their unique insights, technical expertise, and commitment to art will be included. Classes take place in Colorado Springs, Colorado for two weeks . Like Ryman Arts, all accepted students receive a full scholarship for all expenses except transportation to and from Colorado. This is an excellent program, very competitve but truly life-changing. Ryman Arts highly recommends this program. More information, including the application form, can be found at http://sharpeartfdn.qwestoffice.net/summer1.htm, or by calling (719) 635-3220 Armory Center for the Arts Cost: Art High classes for ages 15-18 are free of charge. Classes for other age groups charge tuition, but some scholarships are available. Location: 145 N. Raymond Ave., Pasadena Required to be a US Citizen to apply? No The Armory offers studio art classes year round to all ages. http://www.armoryarts.org/education.php Free Arts Workshops at Inner-City Arts Cost: Free to Ryman Arts students, and middle school and High School students in LAUSD schools in local districts 4, 5 & 7. For all other students, workshops are $90 for the 10-week session. Who is Eligible: Middle School and High School students Location: Inner-City Arts, 720 Kohler Street, Downtown Los Angeles, 90021 Required to be a US Citizen to apply? No Inner-City Arts offers classes in Dance Choreography, Stand-Up Comedy, Film Producation, Graphic Design, Animation, Theater Arts and Visual Arts. FOR MORE INFORMATION: Call Brenda de Santiago at 213-627-9621 or visit the Inner-City Arts website at inner-cityarts.org Publications & Exhibitions No Publication or Exhibition opportunities at this time Events The Museum of Contemporary Art, Los Angeles (MOCA), presents DISSENT: TEEN NIGHT 2012 Saturday, February 11, 6:30–10pm The Geffen Contemporary at MOCA 152 North Central Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90012 Each year, teens take over the museum for an evening extravaganza of art, music, and more. Inspired by MOCA’s exhibition Under the Big Black Sun: California Art 1974–1981, the aim of DISSENT: TEEN NIGHT 2012 is to inform the youth of Los Angeles of the political and social roles of artists during a time when there seemed to be no place for speaking up against the opinions of political and institutional authority. The event will feature live performances and visual art by local students, artmaking, and refreshments. Have fun, hang out, and learn something new. Teen Night is an event exclusively for students in high school, hosted by teens from the MOCA Apprenticeship Program (MAP). This year, attendees will receive a complimentary museum membership! Submit artwork to be considered for the student art exhibition, which will be on display at TEEN NIGHT. One student artist, whose artwork best depicts the theme of DISSENT, will be selected to win a special prize courtesy of the MOCA Apprenticeship Program. The winner will be announced at the event. CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD SUBMISSION FORM INFO 213 621 1745 or pnam@moca.org FREE; guardian waiver required (download)