VSA Alabama works to create a society where everyone can learn from, participate in, and enjoy the arts! VSA Alabama’s ArtPartners program provides people living with disabilities and chronic illnesses the chance to develop meaningful relationships with artists in our community while creating collaborative masterpieces. The ArtPartners program makes a lasting impression on everyone involved and the memories created last forever.
We hope you will support VSA Alabama’s 10th Annual ArtPartners Event on August 19, 2012 and give people with disabilities and chronic illnesses the opportunity to shine!
Program Goals:
- Mentoring in the arts
- Role modeling
- Increased artistic skill development
- Encourage creative exploration & play
- Development of creative thinking skills & problem solving
- Creation of lasting & meaningful friendships
- Increased sense of self-esteem
- Practice social skills in a group setting
How can I get involved?
VSA Alabama is currently accepting applications for emerging artists with disabilities and volunteer community artists to assist in creative mentoring during Saturday studio sessions. Partnerships are created through a matching process that includes thematic interests, medium preference, personality, artistic style, and availability. This program is FREE to participants! For more information, please email or call ext.15.
