Conference for Young Artists

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    Unleash your creativity and ignite your imagination at the SWWC Young Artists Conference! This vibrant event invites students to dive into the world of art, where their hands and minds will craft extraordinary creations. Schools and parents bring students to this dynamic conference to explore diverse artistic worlds and inspire them to embark on exciting new adventures in which students will craft extraordinary creations. Get ready to experience the magic of creativity like never before!

Sponsor

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    A special "Thank you" to the Southwest Minnesota Arts Council for being the title sponsor.
    This activity is funded in part with a grant from the Southwest Minnesota Arts Council made possible by the voters of Minnesota thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund and an appropriation from the Minnesota State Legislature with money from the state's general fund.
  • Keynote Speaker : Hector Curriel, Visual Artist
     

    HectorHector Curriel is a Sioux Falls-based visual artist, originally from Lima, Peru. He studied architecture in Lima, Peru. He moved to the US in 2001, and studied art in Minneapolis, MN. Hector is a visual artist working in many mediums, such as fine arts, portraits, illustrations, caricatures, and cartooning. As a fine artist, many of his paintings are located in private and public collections in the States, and he has been featured in various exhibits. Hector has been working for many years as an accomplished artist presenter and holds frequent art workshops.

    Learn more about Hector on his website at hectorcurriel-artwork.com

Young Artists Dates & Fees

  • Celelebrating 31 years!
    Brochure and Registration will be available early September.
     
    Who can register: For all students in grades K-8.
    School teachers register groups of students and their chaperons.
    Parents register their students and themselves.
     
    Young Artists Event Date: October 30, 2024
    You do not need to be an SWWC member to participate.
     
    Young Artists Fees: 
    $40 per student
    $10 per adult
     
    Registration Deadline: Closes at midnight on September 25, 2024

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