Since 1994, PAFA has provided students (grades 9-12) from more than 50 public, charter, and parochial schools in Philadelphia with access to studio art training. The program provides a solid footing in studio art for students who have little or no access to an art program.
Students in this model program follow an honors-level curriculum through foundation drawing, painting, and life drawing in the great traditions of American art set by Thomas Eakins in PAFA’s historic studios. The program emphasizes building a portfolio, developing skills, and artistic growth. Classes are taught by PAFA faculty and graduate students.
Schedule
Courses are year-long (two 14-week semesters) and take place weekdays after school (3-5:30 p.m.).
Eligibility
Schools invite students from a range of ethnic and socioeconomic backgrounds to apply. Choices are made based on artistic talent and potential for enrichment.
Tuition
Tuition is free, paid for by education grants.
Contact Us
For more details, or to recommend a student for the program, interested art teachers, parents, or students should contact Al Gury, Coordinator of the After-School Studio Art Program, at 215-972-2093 or agury@pafa.edu.
The After-School Studio Art Program is funded by grants from the Connelly Foundation, the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development, and the Brook Lenfest Foundation.
Click here to download a PDF of the brochure for this program.