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The Impact of One:
Steps Along the Creative Path


Better Me

The power of the individual story illuminates the impact of the creative journey on so many. Here is one inside story.

Marcos Ortega was recognized with an Art Portfolio Gold Award and a $10,000 scholarship, presented to only 12 of the 7,000 graduating high school seniors who submitted portfolios. Marcos told us that his work addresses the profound pain and loss he has overcome in his young life and is an attempt to achieve forgiveness:


“My work is a collection of things I won’t admit, not even to myself, but provides you with the needed hints so you can finish the sentence that I don’t want to say.”

Take me to your leader
He channeled his experiences into fascinating works of art. His dream of continuing to develop his skills at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago is now possible. Without the ability to engage in serious study of the arts at Wauwatosa East High School, under the mentorship of gifted teachers like Kelly Frederick and Kim Haller, his passion might not have been channeled in such positive ways.

Marcos’ story reflects the experiences of many students whose lives have been impacted by having the opportunity to develop their creative skill. The Alliance for Young Artists & Writers recognizes these fortunate students who find their voices and ways to express themselves. These students are empowered to take charge of their lives, their futures, and enrich our world while forging their creative paths.

   
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Message from Leadership
What is needed to identify creative potential, nurture its development, and celebrate the remarkable artistic vision of our nation’s most gifted young artists and writers? Click here to read more!

The Impact of One
The power of the individual story illuminates the impact of the creative journey on so many. Here is one inside story. Click here to read more! Click here to read more!

Audiences and Advocacy
Throughout the year, the Alliance increased exposure to larger audiences for the work of emerging artists and writers. Click here to read more!

Recognize! Support!
Young artists and writers from across the nation earned more than 1,300 Gold, Silver, American Voices/Visions Awards. All nationally recognized participants received special medals Click here to read more!

Audiences and Advocacy
Throughout the year, the Alliance increased exposure to larger audiences for the work of emerging artists and writers. Click here to read more!

Exploring the City
More than 400 students participated in a series of workshops and cultural experiences with visual and literary arts professionals hosted in 30 venues throughout the City. Click here to read more!

The Power of “And”
The Alliance continued to collaborate with national arts education leaders, such as the Arts Education Partnership. Click here to read more!

 
     

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