Funky Photo - A Visual Narrative Through Moving Image

Dai Minenger | An introduction to DJing that focuses on the fundamentals of techniques for both digital and vinyl DJing. Students will understand the combination of beat matching and harmonic mixing with the use of the camelot wheel. Students will learn how to use and troubleshoot industry standard equipment, as well as different DJ softwares. Students will learn the origins of the DJ craft, develop the skill of discovering new music that resonates with their style and individuality, and work towards creating their own mixes.

TUESDAY/WEDNESDAY/THURSDAY 4:30-7:00 at Yollocalli Fire Station 2358 S Whipple St

Open to youth in high school, ages 14-18

Funky Photo - A Visual Narrative Through Moving Image

Alfonso Monroy | Calling all funky photographers! In this program, teens will experiment with different image capturing techniques, both old-school and digital, as well as moving image. Participants will learn more about themselves, their perspectives, and how they want to express their stories as artists.

MONDAY/TUESDAY/WEDNESDAY 4:30-7:00 at Yollocalli Fire Station 2358 S Whipple St

Open to youth in high school, ages 14-18

Graffiti Mural Project- History, Culture, Creation of Public Art

Liz ‘Bel’ Reyes | Get your hands on some spray paint and your name up in style! In this program, teens team up with a local graffiti artist to master the art of graffiti lettering and create bold, expressive works. Along the way, participants dive into the history and culture of graffiti through films, stories, and street-smart discussions. You’ll experiment with markers, acrylics, and spray paint to develop your own style. In the end, you’ll be ready to leave your mark anywhere you go.

TUESDAY/WEDNESDAY/THURSDAY 4:30-7:00 at Yollocalli Fire Station 2358 S Whipple St

Open to youth in high school, ages 14-18

Street Art Studio- Visual Art Applied to Public Art Projects

Mario Mena | In Street Art Studio, teens will explore the power of street art culture through an exploration of printmaking and mixed media. Drawing inspiration from their community and own identities, teens will design works that add to the history of activist art; using their designs to interrupt spaces and spark conversations about issues important to them. By the end, they won’t just know the history of street art and printmaking, they’ll have left their mark with work that speaks to both self and community.

TUESDAY/WEDNESDAY/THURSDAY 4:30-7:00 at Piotrowski Park 4247 W 31st St

Open to youth in high school, ages 14-18

Your Story, Your Way Radio Journalism

Charly Garcia, Brian Cruz, Jonathan Bucio | ATTENTION ALL MEDIA MOGULS!!! Ready to turn up the volume on your creativity? Join Your Story, Your Way and become part of a dynamic media team on a mission to capture the heartbeat of Chicago! Whether you’re into reporting the latest buzz, mastering the art of interviews, producing top-notch audio, or crafting compelling stories, this program has a spot for you. Get ready to hit the streets and make your mark on the media scene. Your voice, your style: let’s broadcast it to the world

This program will meet virtually and in-person.

MONDAY/THURSDAY 5:00-7:00 Virtually and SATURDAYS 10:00-2:00 at Yollocalli Fire Station 2358 S Whipple St

AGES 16-24

Youth Council

Whitney Ross | Looking for an opportunity to connect with the community, make art, and organize events? Join our Youth Council and help us organize events such as our Chill Set and Anti Valentine’s Day.

Thursday 4:00-6:00 at Yollocalli Fire Station 2358 S Whipple St

AGES 16-24

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