Connecting and training young artists

By Lachlan Ellis

Young artists have been offered the opportunity to be trained, curate art events, connect with other artists and more, thanks to a free program being offered by Council.

‘Art Activation’ is a program offered by Moorabool Youth Services and FReeZA, and runs year-round, with fortnightly meetings held either online or in-person.

A Moorabool Youth Services team member told the Moorabool News the program was a chance for young artists to connect, improve their craft, and get their work noticed.

“Art Activation provides local young people an incredible opportunity to showcase their skills, explore a new art medium and become part of a community of young artists. As a member of Art Activation, young people have the opportunity to plan workshops for other young people to experience various art forms all while accessing industry relevant training,” the team member said.

“Young people involved in Art Activation are some of the key decision makers in all things planning and delivering of workshops, which also means young people can decide when the workshops are delivered.”

The program was instigated by FReeZA, which is a committee of local youth that plans and delivers art and music events, and has also organised monthly art workshops in the past.

It was FReeZA that realised there was a strong desire for local artists to have a platform for their voices to be heard, and their skills to be seen.

For more information on the Art Activation program and to sign up, contact Moorabool Youth Services by calling 5366 7100, or emailing [email protected].

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in the 3 May 2022 edition
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