Monroe County High School students offered opportunity to develop their creativity and skills
The Studios of Key West has expanded its commitment to local creativity and cultural expression, and is proud to announce a new scholarship program for talented local high school students.
Kyla Radziejewski and Monica Bertram, seniors at Key West High School, were recently awarded free-tuition scholarships to participate in Carlos Ferguson’s Introduction to Drawing Workshop, held in early March at The Studios of Key West.
“I wanted to learn the elements of design and proper form to incorporate into my artwork,” said Monica, an accomplished student artist. “This experience was amazing. I felt at home. Everyone was friendly, and I love the atmosphere The Studios has created.”
“I jumped at the chance to develop my drawing technique and ability to render shapes realistically,” said Kyla, a senior who was recently accepted at the prestigious Rhode Island School of Design. “I wanted it to last longer than three days: the experience at the Armory was more than I could possibly put into words.”
The Studios of Key West was established last year as a creative hub for the island, and recently completed an award-winning rehabilitation of the historic Armory building at Southard and White Streets. The organization continues to grow its creative campus, and now offers over 50 workshops and cultural events each year.
“Our new scholarship program celebrates the many talented young people in and around Key West,” said executive director Eric Holowacz. “It nurtures their artistic ability, encourages personal growth and development, and allows them to learn from some of America’s great creative people right here in their own hometown.”
Applications for the TSKW Scholarship Program are available at the Armory, and interested Monroe County High School students are encouraged to apply. Awards can be applied toward any workshop offered by The Studios of Key West, ranging from painting and photography to poetry and book-making.
The Studios of Key West staff keeps an open door, and always welcomes new ideas, cultural projects, and creative possibilities. To learn more about upcoming programs and opportunities, and how to support their growth, contact The Studios of Key West at 296-0458 or info@tskw.org.
