Gallery 928 apprentices in action (Courtesy/Gallery 928)

Teens ages 15 to 18 are invited to apply to the Sedona Arts Center's Gallery 928 program. This program is a unique summer art apprenticeship where students collaborate with master artists to create public art pieces. The application deadline is April 5th. The program begins June 3 and runs through July 3, and will be held Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Sedona Arts Center, 15 Art Barn Road.

“We are looking forward to our third year at Gallery 928,” says Sedona Arts Center CEO Julie Richard. “This summer, our apprentices will create public art murals for our center while learning about the public art process from conception to completion and celebration.”

Apprentices receive art instruction, knowledge in the public art field, and develop specific employability skills such as resume writing, presentation creation, and public speaking. The student will also receive her $500 scholarship from the Sedona Arts Center and she will receive three free college credits through Yavapai College. A maximum of 12 students will be selected to participate.

Modeled after Chicago's long-running Gallery 37 program, Gallery 928 is designed to engage aspiring artists through art instruction by creating site-specific public artwork. Apprentices gain real-world experience with processes and materials, and develop strong connections with each other and the community as they work toward a shared vision.

“By the end of the program, students feel empowered,” says Richard. “Not only did they create beautiful works of art for all of Sedona to enjoy, they developed important life skills like teamwork, leadership, and responsibility. Best of all, they realized they could build a career out of their passion. I am.”

In addition to applying online, students must also submit letters of recommendation and images of their work. Qualified applicants will be invited to interview with Sedona Arts Center staff.

Gallery 928 is presented in partnership with Yavapai college. For more information or to apply, visit SedonaArtsCenter.org.

Sedona Arts Center's mission is to connect, enrich, educate, and guide through the inspiring power of art and creative discovery. As one of Northern Arizona's oldest 501(c) 3 nonprofit organizations, we continue to be a gathering place where artists and the community can come together and celebrate all that Sedona has to offer. For more information, visit sedonartscenter.org or call 928-282-3809.