Missouri Arts Council Annual Disciplines 2016

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In 2014, St. Louis ArtWorks hired 143 youth between 14-19 years old for 178 positions. These apprentices came from 56 school’s in the St. Louis Metropolitan area and 34 various zip codes, reflecting the diversity of our region. Of the youth hired, 65% (116 lived within the St. Louis City limits). Diversity of age, gender, neighborhoods, schools, artistic discipline interest, and experience were used to se-lect participants. Of the 2014 apprentices, 92% were African American,4% were Caucasian, 2% were Asian, and 1% identified as more than one race.

ArtWorks offers year round program opportunities for teens during out-of-school hours. The Summer Program, our largest program, served 91 teenagers in 2014. Apprentices worked 5 hours a day, 5 days a week for 6 weeks on a variety of projects and disciplines Our Fall and Spring Programs met for 5 hours a week for 12 weeks after school and on Saturdays, and served 52 teenagers.

The Creative Futures Program:The Creative Futures Program is a Fall and Spring program which offers teens having multiple barriers to success the opportunity to increase their artistic skills, continue to build their job skills knowledge, and earn a paycheck while receiving extra support services such as counseling and college application assistance. To be accepted into Creative Futures program, teens must live in households that fall below the HUD Federal Poverty guidelines. During the spring and fall, Creative Futures met after school for 5 hours a week.

Application Process:In order to become part of the ArtWorks program, the youth were either recommended by the teaching artists they had in previous programs, or were invited to interview day. The ArtWorks staff reviewed each youth application to assess if the applicant is eligible based on age, completeness of the application, previous employment/volunteer experience and/or artistic experience/interests, and letters of support from teachers or mentors. ArtWorks looked to reach a diverse group of youth to invite for interviews. With that, a broad group of community volunteers participated in the summer and fall interview days; volunteers ranged from college and corporate presidents, to local artists and community residents.

Mission... The mission of St. Louis ArtWorks is to broaden educational and career opportunities for youth in the St. Louis Region through apprenticeships in the arts and through community collaborations.

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ArtWorks Board and StaffArtWorks ProgramsTeaching Artists Program FactsZip CodesArtWorks StudioEvaluationCommunity ImpactGrant Financials Collaborative Community PartnersArt Is

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Narcisa Symank, Board ChairMatt Semrad, Co-ChairKelly Scheffer, Chair-ProgramsDaryl Gourley, SecretaryRhoads Hall, TreasurerJoseph BrinkmannJared BoydShaughnessy Daniels

Joel FuossSheila Hudson Rajeev JohnDon KennedyErik KaranikChuck KindlebergerNoah KirbyRoger Macon

Matt MacEwanJean MillerDavid SeeversMatt SemradBen Gandhi-Shepard, Web Developer Steve Shumate Sarah SmithKedra Tolson

Mrs. Narcisa Symank, Board Chair Ms. Prisclla Block, Executive Director

St. Louis ArtWorks Board of Directors

Jessica Graham, Program Manager Jacob Volkmar, Grants and Media Manager Dawna Wharton, Office Manager

Michael Sophir, Reserach AssistantSusan TeStroete, Assistant Program ManagerDonica England, Site Supervisor

2014 Programs

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BloomWorks!: Apprentices were introduced to landscape architecture and principles of water conservations. They designed and painted rain barrels. Teaching Artists: Scott Pondrum, Stephanie Pondrum

Documentary Film: Apprentices were given thesupport they needed to become active storytellers and historians of the Ville Community in St. Louis using digitial media. Under the guidance of two film professionals, youth were taught documentary filmmaking techniques using an approach that emphasizes direct observation and personal experience.Teaching Artists: Alessio Summerfield, Kim Kaporis

Sculpture: Apprentices learned about 3D sculpture and design and created a commissioned bicycle rack out of recycled materials for OLIO Restaurant. They also createdhome decor products out of recycled materials. Teaching Artists: Deb Wheeler and Tara Morton

Textiles: Apprentices produced textiles for the home including floor mats, table runners, and placemats. Teaching Artists: Byron Rodger, Hannah Montford

Documentary Film: Apprentices are learned stop animation to create a short film on 5959 Delmar Blvd. to announce St. Louis ArtWorks new building! Teaching Artists: Adam Hogan, Laura Hogan

Spring Fall

2014 Programs Cont’d

Opera: Apprentices worked together with Opera Theater St. Louis to learn to compose and perform an Opera based on the rich history of the Ville Neighborhood. Teaching Artists: Mark Clark, Kevin Nicolette, Matt Clark

Print Making: Apprentices in the printmaking group studied about bullying with the Anti-Defamation league to design an ant-bullying poster campaign for local schools. They also designed images of Old North St. Louis for cards to be utilized by the Old North Restoration Group. Teaching Artists: Byron Rogers, Kammi Linton

BoomerRacks: Apprentices in this sculpture group learned three-dimensional design as they created a bike rack for Forest ReLeaf. The bike rack was installed at Creve Coeur Lake Memorial Park. Teaching Artists: Deborah Wheeler, Jacob Francois

Mural Group 1: Using their knowledge of color and perspective, apprentices designed a large scale mural for The Deaconess Foundation Caroline House to celebrate 125 years of their service to the community. The mural depicts hope in the city. Teaching Artists: Hannah Montford, Kelsey Wiskirchen

Mural Group 2: Apprentices studied the Historic Ville Neighborhood and used their knowledge of color and perspective, to design a large scale mural for the Bee Sweet Orchard at the corner of Sarah and Evans. The mural depicts the rich history of the neighborhood known as The Ville.Teaching Arists: Robert Ketchens, William Burton Documentary Film: Apprentices were given thesupport they need to become active storytellers on the St. Louis ArtWorks Program learning digital media. Under the guidance of film professionals, youth were taught documentary filmmaking techniques using an approach that emphasizes direct observation and personal experience.Teaching Arist: Adam Hogan

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During my time at St. Louis ArtWorks I have had a great time learning and developing skills even when facing certain obstacles. I had the opportunity to develop as an artist by learning from two professional teaching artists the fundamental skills for painting a mural; which was commissioned by the Deaconess Foundation for their 125th anni-versary. My skills were also refined due to the many projects we worked on throughout the summer. As a person I have grown artistically, as well as socially, because of my everyday involvements with a diverse community of workers. Throughout the summer I have enjoyed the new people I have met as well as the joyful memories I was able to make while painting the abstract art. Throughout the program I have faced challenges like over socializing as well as not focusing but even with those challenges I was able to overcome them and focus on my artwork. I am proud that as a group we were able to create large scale mural on time and the passion it took to give it my all.

Arianna V.

BUILDING. COMMUNITY.

Artistic Spotlight: Robert Ketchens

Robert A. Ketchens, born and raised in New Orleans, Louisiana, and began his career with the United States Air Force. His military service laid the groundwork for his studies in fine art in Germany, where he visited the various art museums throughout Europe. He enrolled in the Atelier of Herr Herzfield, a local German artist, where he learned to master the practical aspects of easel p ainting, from canvas preparation to color mixing and glazing. In 1985 Robert relocated to the Midwest, and in 1986, he opened a studio in St. Louis, Missouri and began to take an active role in the local art community. In 1990, he retired from the field of medical illustration to give full attention to fine art. Robert constantly creates art. He teaches privately, and participates as an arts educator in several community arts programs in St. Louis, including the Saint Louis Art Museum, Young Audiences and St. Louis Artworks Robert has completed several important commissions.

To date, Robert has exhibited internationally as well as in the States of Arkansas, Illinois, Louisiana, Mississippi, Missouri, Texas and the District of Columbia. His art is in significant corporate and private collections. He has participated in numerous solo and groups exhibitions. Robert has continued to experiment with his color pallet, presenting strong vivid colors from his southern roots.

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Robert Ketchens

Deb Wheeler

William Burton

Allesio Summerfield Kim Kaporis Scott Pondrum

Camille Linton Stephanie Pondrum Kesley Wiskirchen

Jacob Francois

Kevin Nicolette Mark Clark Laura Hogam

Byron Rogers Hannah Montford

Tara Morton

98%Of Seniors

Graduated High School

56Local Schools Represented

143Youth Apprentices

93%Of Graduating Seniors

went on to College

34St. Louis Metropolitan

Zip Codes Represented

80¢Of Every Dollar

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97.5%Apprentice Improved

in their Artistic Discipline

100%Of Apprentices

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Apprentices worked together with Opera Theater St. Louis to learn to compose and perform an Opera based on the rich history of the Ville Neighborhood. Teaching Artists: Mark Clark, Kevin Nicolette, Matt Clark

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The Ville: Opera Performed Summer 2014Zip Codes Represented

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ArtWorks 2015 Location: 5959 Delmar Blvd.

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5959 Delmar Blvd. Opening doors to opportunities for future generations ArtWorks has reached a time of pivotal growth and expansion. As we move forward in 2015 our programs are expanding to meet the needs of underserved youth from St. Louis by relocating into a larger facility in the Loop East. Our new flagship location will allow us the opportunity to expand ser-vices, offer additional opportunities and provide exciting programs for the community. This new space will enable us to provide over 100 new apprenticeships in the next 5 years and provide new opportunities for dozens of local artists.

Workforce Development

All apprentices accepted went through an interview process with community members. 100% of teens were given a resume workshop and created their own personal resume. All apprentices also learned how to shake hands and make eye contact with adults, as well as learned how to explain their work in a professional manner.

84% of apprentices reported that ArtWorks was their first job.

93% apprentices agreed that ArtWorks taught them skills that would help them find a job and 95% agreed that working at ArtWorks will help them perform better at a future job.

Art Knowledge and Experience

St. Louis ArtWorks curriculum adheres to the Missouri Grade Level Expectations and Show Me Standards for the high school level. Every apprentice takes a pre- and post-test based on these standards for their specific artistic discipline. Artistic concepts covered included: color theory, elements of design, group critiques, art history connections, and composition.

Each apprentice learns a specific artistic discipline under the apprenticeship of a professional teaching artist. 100% of apprentices were able to display and sell their artwork. In addition, apprentices create public art that will be displayed for the community to see for years to come.

Evaluation

YOUTH DEVELOPMENT:

Self esteem and Confidence:

97% of apprentices either agreed or strongly agreed with the following statement: “I felt proud when I received my acceptance to ArtWorks.” 75% all either agreed or strongly agreed that they have more self-confidence just from being accepted into the ArtWorks program.

Money Matters:

Over the course of the program, the number of teens who reported that they kept a budget increased and the number who reported that they saved their money increased. Apprentices also reported increased knowledge regarding credit cards, checking accounts, debit cards, and check books.

Specific financial benefits that ArtWorks apprentices gain: -A Stipend. Summer program stipend is $900. Fall and Spring stipend is $360 per program. -A Bank Account. Apprentices were required to have a bank account. Their stipend was directly deposited. -A budget. Every apprentice was required to make a budget after receiving their first stipend paycheck. -A financial literacy workshop. Every apprentice participated in at least one financial literacy workshop by Wells Fargo Advisors.

The majority of youth reported that they were leaving the ArtWorks experience with new attitudes, behaviors, and skills. Specifically related to work-readiness, professional development, and life skills, the top areas of gain reported by apprentices included:

ArtWorks strongly encourages fiscal responsibility. Prior to the ArtWorks 2014 program, 47.9% of spring youth, 48.9% of summer youth and 48.8% of fall youth did not have a bank account. However, at the close of their respective programs, 100% of apprentices had a personal bank account.

Life Skills

Evaluation

Life Skills Presentations 2014

The life skills speakers presented information on a specific topic for an hour. The life skills presentations were actively engaging and in an open discussion format which encouraged the youth to ask questions therefore better absorbing and retaining the information presented. Presenters spoke about making healthy choices regarding nutrition and relationships, being environmentally and fiscally responsible, and how to navigate the college search and acceptance process.

Our Life Skills presenters included:

ArtWorks is dedicated to improving the St. Louis Metropolitan Region by providing quality educational programs in the arts, life skills workshops, and basic employment training to area youth. Through these services young people are able to develop artistic talents, contribute to their communities, and better equip themselves with essential skills that will prove beneficial in their futures.

ArtWorks had three public events in 2014 and was able to reach an audience of over 500 people.

Community Impact

MAC Grant Financials

Personnel- Administrative 147,449$ Personnel- Artistic 279,968$ Personnel- Technical/Production 65,903$ Outside Artistic Fees and Services -$ Outside Other Fees and Services 47,123$ Space Rental 169,196$ Travel 1,806$ Marketing 3,552$ Remaining Operating Expenses 38,014$ Capital Expenditures- Acquisitions -$ Capital Expenditures- Other -$ Total Expenses 753,011$

Cash Expenses

Admissions 18,400$ Contracted Services Revenue -$ Corporate Support 232,581$ Foundation Support 140,578$ Other Private Support 25,024$ Government Support- Federal -$ Government Support-State 203,875$ Government Support- Local 115,553$ Other Revenue -$ Applicant Cash -$ MAC Request 17,000$ Total Income 753,011$

Cash Income

Collaborative Partners

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The Faces of ArtWorks

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Frist Baptist Church80 Youth Apprenticeships

The Gateway Mall95 Youth Apprenticeships

Grand Center120 Youth Apprenticeships

Old North StudioGrand Center140 Youth Apprenticeships

Forest Park Southeast110 Youth Apprenticeships

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5959 Delmar200 Youth Apprenticeships

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20 Years of Growth

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