Artist Applications Available: Temporary Exhibit Curator, Art Models for Drawing Class, Art Class Proposals, Exhibit Proposals
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Wallowa Valley Youth Arts Festival!
April 12 - April 19
Exhibit runs from April 12th – April 21st
Art Drop-off Tuesday, 4/8 at 2pm-4pm
Opening Reception 4/12 12-4pm
Art Pick up Monday 4/21 12-4pm
Join us for one of the most exciting events of the year! This beloved tradition began in 1989, thanks to local photographer Doris Woempner, and has been carried forward by passionate arts advocates like Joan Madsen, Leah Johnson, Will Roundy, and most recently Maria Weer.
The Youth Arts Festival is bursting with creativity and fun, featuring:
– A dazzling display of youth artwork
– Awards and ribbons galore
-Hands-on activities to spark your imagination
New this year! Open Mic for Youth Performances!
Calling All Youth Performers!
Do you love to sing, play an instrument, recite poetry, or perform? Here’s your chance to shine!
Youth Open Mic Performance
When: Saturday, April 12th, 1PM-3PM
Step up to the mic and share your talent with an enthusiastic and supportive audience! Perform solo or with friends—whatever makes your creativity soar.
Music? Spoken Word? Comedy? Dance?
No experience? No problem! This is your time to express yourself and have fun. Spectators are welcome, so bring your family and friends to cheer you on!
Sign-up will be at 12PM first come, first served at the Josephy Center on Saturday. Spots are limited, so be sure to sign up early!
Don’t miss out—come celebrate art, music, and the incredible talents of our community’s young creatives! Let’s make this an unforgettable afternoon of youthful creativity and energy! See you there!
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Exciting Changes to the Youth Arts Festival!
At The Josephy Center, we celebrate the process of making art just as much as the final masterpiece! This year, we’re making a small but meaningful change to how we recognize our young artists:
All participants will receive a special festival sticker to honor their creativity and hard work.
Students in grades 7-12 will be eligible for ribbons as they refine their artistic skills and techniques.
This shift reflects our belief that art is a journey, and every young artist—whether finger-painting or crafting a detailed portrait—deserves encouragement and thoughtful conversation about their creative process.
When you visit the exhibit, take a moment to ask a young artist about their work—the inspiration, the challenges, the joy of making. Let’s celebrate their artistic voice at every stage!
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We are also looking for volunteers for this event! We will need help with sorting and hanging all of the art work April 9th and 10th. Last year we had over 200 entries, so we could really use a hand or ten! Please email Dionne Vali at programs@josephy.org if you are available or click the link below. Thank you!
Print your submission forms HERE!
Volunteers Needed! Click HERE!
Wallowa Valley Youth Arts Festival is generously sponsored by:
