ArtReach San Diego – Collaborative Visual Arts Programs for Youth

Thousands of students in San Diego County schools have no access to visual arts education programs. ArtReach exists to help fill this gap by crafting lasting and meaningful creative experiences for young artists who would not otherwise have the resources. Art and creative practice play a crucial role in human development and are an essential part of education for all. Lessons aligned to Social-Emotional Learning empower students to prioritize a growth mindset, find their unique voice, and develop resilience through art.

The ArtReach Learning Portal is a dynamic new resource that brings the ArtReach experience to you. Designed to go beyond geographical barriers and schedule limitations, our portal brings the joy of creating to students wherever they are. The online resource includes 10 video lessons, skill-building worksheets, student resources, educator guides, and supply lists.

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ArtReach ignites youth creativity through visual arts expression and community connection.

RESIDENCY PROGRAMS

Visual arts education programs during normal school hours. Artmaking provides a conduit for igniting the creativity that already resides within, helps students process and express feelings, fosters community with peers, and builds self-esteem.

MURAL PROGRAMS

Collaborative youth-driven murals at schools and community sites. Murals provide an opportunity for youth to work alongside their peers with a professional Mural Artist while creating something transformative and lasting for their community.

COMMUNITY PROGRAMS

Artist-led creative youth development workshops outside of normal school hours. Students in non-traditional school settings benefit from a curriculum adjusted for smaller class sizes, a variety of learning needs, and flexible student schedules.

SPARK PROGRAMS

SPARK brings art expertise into classrooms, partnering local artists with teachers to create custom projects that align with various subjects. Students engage in collaborative art projects that foster creativity, personal perspectives, and relationship-building skills.

LEARNING PORTAL

A dynamic resource that brings the ArtReach experience to you. Designed to go beyond geographical barriers and schedule limitations, it brings the joy of creating to students wherever they are, through skill-building worksheets, student resources, educator guides, and supply lists.

EVENTS & WORKSHOPS

Discover ArtReach’s upcoming community events and workshops! We collaborate with local organizations to offer a wide variety of artmaking at ArtReach HQ and beyond, providing free & affordable art opportunities for creatives of all ages. Join us and unleash your creativity!