CAC (Creative Arts Club) is a longstanding after school arts program grown through indispensable school partnerships with Howard High School of Technology, Delcastle Technical High School, and Freire Charter School Wilmington. This innovative program is now available to all high school students.

CAC: Building a Creative Future offers students 21st century leadership skills through authentic and sustained engagement with leaders in business and the arts. Working with Creatives-in-Residence, students have access to a broad range of artists and their expertise, and collaborate with business professionals to translate contemporary practices into product design that can be sold to generate revenue. The Delaware Contemporary builds community partnerships with local small businesses, such as cafes, restaurants, and private retailers to increase the visibility of student work and provide real world business and exhibition opportunities.

This program is an asset for high school students looking to attend art colleges, or pursue a career in art and design. In addition to art making, students develop the important skills of portfolio development, writing artist statements, and building an artist resume which are vital for college applications and applying for jobs in the art and design industry.

FOR SCHOOLS AND COMMUNITY GROUPS

Schools and community organizations can partner with us to provide CAC: Building a Creative Future to your students. We’ll work with you directly to cater a group program to your needs.

FOR INDIVIDUAL ART STUDENTS

Individual students may also register for this program and join talented, like-minded, creative teens in Delaware! Once registered, students will receive login access to virtual lesson plans, workshops, and online video instruction from Master Teaching Artists and practicing Contemporary Artists. Meet fellow high school artists while working on collective and independent projects and enjoy peer-to-peer critiques and group discussions. ALL registered students are eligible to participate in juried student art exhibitions and an end of year “pop up” exhibition.

TO LEARN MORE EMAIL: education@decontemporary.org

CAC: Building a Creative Future was made possible in part by the Arsht-Cannon Fund, Delaware Community Foundation’s New Castle County Youth Philanthropy Board, Borgenicht Foundation, and the Institute of Museum and Library Services - THANK YOU!