Creative Expressions Studio

Program Pillar: Arts

The Creative Expressions Studio is designed to engage our youth in a variety of artistic disciplines, helping them harness their creative potential while addressing personal insecurities. This program, encompassing traditional and digital arts, culinary arts, and art therapy, not only cultivates artistic skills but also bolsters self-esteem and emotional resilience. By encouraging self-expression and problem-solving, our New Lifers are prepared to explore creative careers with confidence.

Components:
  • New Life Teaching Kitchen: Integrates culinary arts education focused on career preparation, aiming to empower our New Lifers with the skills and confidence necessary to thrive in the culinary industry.
  • Art Classes and Workshops: Offers a broad spectrum of artistic training, enabling our youth to develop their skills and artistic voice in a supportive environment.
  • Therapeutic Arts for Mental Health: Utilizes creative practices to help our New Lifers navigate and overcome emotional challenges and insecurities, promoting psychological well-being.
  • Exhibitions and Art Shows: Provide platforms for our youth to present their work, enhancing their confidence and community involvement through public recognition.
  • Collaboration with Local Artists and Galleries: Connects our New Lifers with art professionals, offering mentorship and exposure to real-world art scenarios that build confidence and professional acumen.
Chris Paez as a teenager at New Life of NYCNew Lifers showing off their artwork in an exhibit