The Teen Apprenticeship Project (TAP) is a unique opportunity for middle school and high schoolers to learn about Ceramic Arts and Pottery or Fashion Design.  SBAP relates careers in the arts, public art, and other topics and projects as they relate to visual art.

We are now accepting applications for Fall 2019.  Applications may be submitted online or print application materials may be dropped off in person, submitted by mail, or emailed to info@southbroadwayartproject.org
Spaces in this program will fill up fast, sign up soon! You can edit your responses after the form is filled out.

COST: $70 a month
Students and families who wish to participate can fill this form out and pay monthly.This application is for students who do not qualify for the TAP Scholarship. which is FREE. This form is NOT the scholarship application. You can choose your preferred method of payment on this form below.

TAP students meet at The Pottery Studio or Sewing Studio where they gain hands-on work experience by meeting and working directly with resident and visiting artists. This is a one-of-a-kind opportunity for students to engage with a working artist that provides a diverse repertoire of skills to add to their future high school, college and work submissions. TAP is a year-round program that meets weekly during the school year.  Students should plan to attend every week the program is in session.  If a student has 3 unexcused absences they will be dismissed from the program.  

VOLUNTEER
The expectation is that each Teen Apprentice will work one Saturday each season: Twice in the Fall, Once in the Winter & Once in the Spring, times: noon-6pm.  Students should bring a sack lunch and water bottle when volunteering.  Once your child has been accepted to the program we will send a separate form to fill out for volunteer Saturday volunteer days.

Age Requirement
12-18 / 6th-12th grade

Fall & Winter Focus: In the fall students will get acquainted with Pottery and Fashion Design learning new techniques and making new creations to be featured in the winter fashion show and spring art show.

Spring Focus: In the Spring Teens will shift focus to learning about how to run their own small business and design their own pop-up shop suitcases. Continuing students already have pop-up shops and will work on expanding their product line etc.

Pop-Up Shops: Click here to view the Fall 2019 upcoming pop-up shop schedule: https://forms.gle/GCoo5PFVoYpGzFUAA
Students who want to create their own op-up shop will need to sign up for a Fashion Design Class.  Pottery students who do not sign up for Fashion Design will need to work on their pop-up shop at home on their own time.

Program Requirements: (1) Teens must attend class once a week at their regularly schedule class time. (2) Teens must volunteer one Saturday each season: Twice in the Fall, Once in the Winter & Once in the Spring 10am-2 or 3pm.  Students should bring a sack lunch and water bottle when volunteering.  Once your child has been accepted to the program we will send a separate form to fill out for volunteer Saturday work days. (3) Make-up any missed class time by coming to another class (4) Attend mandatory events and workdays (see below) (5) Come to class ready to work and focus (6) Keep phones and devices put away during class time

TAP Calendar
Open House & Orientation: Aug 15, 16, 22, 23
Fall Sept 5 - Dec 13
Winter Jan 16 - Mar 20
Spring April 2 - May 15

Mandatory Event attendance for Teens & Parents
Sun. Nov. 10th 2-5pm: Empty Bowls Chili Cook-off
Winter Market & Fashion Show (end of February TBA)
Sun. May17th 2-5pm: Spring Art Show-Ice Cream Social & Pop-Up Shop Debut

OPTIONAL EVENTS
Sat Nov. 30th 12-6 "Small Business Saturday" or Sat Dec. 14th 12-6 "Cookie Spree" (more info tba)
Sat Dec 7th 12-6pm - "Cookie Spree"

"Studio Lock-In & RAKU FIRE"
Students who have excellent attendance 1st and 2nd semester and less than 3 unexcused absences will be invited to the all new annual "Studio Lock-In & RAKU Fire" on Sat April 18th 7pm drop-off - Sun April 19th 9am pick-up. Everyone will be asked to bring a potluck dish and snack to share. DONUTS for Breakfast!

Returning Applicants: Parents, please submit a letter as a testimonial as to how your child has benefitted from TAP in previous years programs. Submit letters to: sarah@southbroadwayartproject.org

Please wait 7 days for us to respond to your application, but please feel free to call us with questions, 314-773-3633

Please read more below and fill out application