Guide the Creativity!

courageous heARTS invites local artists to share their talents as Creative Guides in our studio. We seek folks with a variety of skill sets, including: painting, drawing, mixed media, found object, writing, dance, acting, music, and more!  In this role, you will have the opportunity to empower youth and adults to develop new skills, increase creative confidence, and explore positive avenues for self-expression. We ask Creative Guides to facilitate both formal and informal learning experiences at the studio.

Residency Program
Our monthly residency program for artists is a great opportunity for working artists to support people's creative growth, while also have the time and space to work on their own projects at our studio. To be considered for the program, artists must be able to commit to:
  1. Facilitating a multi-generational workshop on the Second Saturday of your chosen month (formal learning through a structured project or instruction)
  2. Attending Youth Open Studio hours on at least four afternoons during the month as the Creative Guide in residence (informal learning through unstructured skill-sharing and collaboration)

Here's what you'll get from us: 
  • $75 stipend
  • A studio scholarship for one year, which includes unlimited Open Studio access (during adult hours: Thursday nights and Saturday mornings) and discounts on workshops
  • Promotion of your work on our website

We would love to host artists from any of the following disciplines:​​​
  • mixed media
  • clay/sculpture
  • improv acting​
  • drawing
  • aerosol/graffiti
  • textile arts
  • music
  • jewelry-making
  • oil painting
  • screenprinting
  • sewing
  • creative writing ​
  • mosaic
  • found object
  • stained glass
Application and Selection:
We accept applications on a rolling basis. Our Youth Advisory Board reviews all applications and invite artists of interest to interview with them for the opportunity. You will be asked to submit references and pass a background check to be selected.