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JOIN THE MADNESS
⭐️ SUMMER SESSION: THE WEEK OF JUNE 23 – AUGUST 1, 2025 ⭐️
~* Email us at yollocalli@nmmart.org for more additional info and questions. Sign up for programs below! All programs are FREE, and most youth who are enrolled in our programs are PAID a stipend for their participation and completion. *~
STREET ART STUDIO
Street Art Studio- Visual Art Applied to Public Art Projects
TBA | Get ready to paint the town—literally! 🎨✨ Our Street Art Program is your gateway to exploring Chicago’s dynamic street art scene. Immerse yourself in documentaries, field trips to activated spaces across Chicago, and inspiring conversations with guest artists. Together, we’ll explore the transformative power of art in urban spaces, culminating in the activation of a mural site. Grab your spray paint, unleash your ideas, and let’s transform spaces with culture, color, and creativity!
MONDAY/TUESDAY/WEDNESDAY/THURSDAY/FRIDAY 8:00-12:00 at Yollocalli Arts Reach 2801 S Ridgeway Ave
AGES 14-15, MUST BE IN A CPS SCHOOL HIGH SCHOOL AND RESIDE IN CHICAGO
APPLICATIONS COMING SOON THROUGH AFTER SCHOOL MATTERS
FUNK CAMERA FLEX
Funk Camera Flex - A Visual Narrative Through Photography
TBA | “Ready to snap out of the ordinary? 📸✨ Join our photo program and dive into the art of storytelling through photography and video. Develop your skills with studio lighting, visit inspiring galleries, and chat with guest artists as you create your own unique photographic style. This program goes beyond just taking pictures— you’ll work on crafting compelling commercials, creating a personal series of photographs, and focus on conceptual photo-making, bringing your creative visions to life, one frame at a time!”
MONDAY/TUESDAY/WEDNESDAY/THURSDAY/FRIDAY 12:30-4:30 at Yollocalli Arts Reach 2801 S Ridgeway Ave
AGES 16-21, MUST BE IN A CPS SCHOOL HIGH SCHOOL OR GRADUATE FROM SPRING 2025 AND RESIDE IN CHICAGO
APPLICATIONS COMING SOON THROUGH AFTER SCHOOL MATTERS
GRAFFITI MURAL PROJECT
Graffiti Mural Project- History, Culture, Creation of Public Art
Liz ‘Bel’ Reyes | Ready to make your mark in the world of graffiti? 🎨🚀 “Join our program and team up with a local graffiti artist to develop your own signature style! From mastering letter art and mural-making to exploring graffiti culture through documentaries, you’ll dive deep into the world of street art. Get hands-on with canvas, markers, acrylics, and spray paint as you bring your creative vision to life. Together, we’ll strive to complete one impactful murals – turning your artistic passion into lasting community masterpieces!”
SCHEDULE TBA at the Rauner YMCA 2700 S Western Ave
AGES 16-21, MUST BE IN A CPS SCHOOL HIGH SCHOOL OR GRADUATE FROM SPRING 2025 AND RESIDE IN CHICAGO
APPLICATIONS COMING SOON THROUGH AFTER SCHOOL MATTERS
YOLLO LAB
Yollo Lab ... Art Vending
TBA | Ready to turn your doodles into dollars? Join YolloLab where creativity meets entrepreneurship! You’ll learn how to craft eye-catching stickers, prints, and more—perfect for vending and building your brand. But we’re not stopping at just making art; we’ll show you how to market yourself like a pro, turning your passion into profit. Get ready to unleash your inner entrepreneur, and watch your art fly off the shelves!
MONDAY/TUESDAY/WEDNESDAY/THURSDAY/FRIDAY 12:30-4:30 at Barrett Park 2022 W Cermak Road
AGES 16-21, MUST BE IN A CPS SCHOOL HIGH SCHOOL OR GRADUATE FROM SPRING 2025 AND RESIDE IN CHICAGO
APPLICATIONS COMING SOON THROUGH AFTER SCHOOL MATTERS
YOUNG RUN CHI
Young Run Chi
TBA | Participants will set running goals and learn techniques to run safely and avoid injury. Sessions will explore intention, branding, community building, marketing & storytelling using content creation, social media best practices and use of photo/video equipment & editing apps. Participants will also have the opportunity to run miles in different parts of the city and meet with local run community leaders.
MONDAY/TUESDAY/WEDNESDAY/THURSDAY/FRIDAY 8:00-12:00 at LOCATION TBA
AGES 14-15, MUST BE IN A CPS SCHOOL HIGH SCHOOL AND RESIDE IN CHICAGO
APPLICATIONS COMING SOON THROUGH AFTER SCHOOL MATTERS
YOUTH COUNCIL
Youth Council
Whitney Ross | Join us this fall to take over the National Museum of Mexican Art for CHILL SET (under 25 night) & a winter ART MARKET.
SCHEDULE TBA at Yollocalli Arts Reach 2801 S Ridgeway Ave
AGES 16-24
Email: whitney@nmmart.org to share interest or for questions!
Your Story, Your Way Radio Program
Wattz Up! Radio Program
Charly Garcia, Brian Cruz, Jonathan Bucio | ATTENTION ALL MEDIA MOGULS!!! Ready to turn up the volume on your creativity? Join “Wattz Up!” 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.
SCHEDULE TBA virtually and in person at Prosperity Sphere 3219 S Morgan St.
AGES 16-24
PUBLIC ART
Public Art
Mario Mena | TBA
SCHEDULE TBA at Yollocalli Arts Reach 2801 S Ridgeway Ave
AGES 16-24