The Youth Artist in Residence (YAR) program is open to all aspiring artists ages 16-18 living within School District 22. The Vernon Community Arts Centre awards one or two students a residency annually. The selected artist(s) are provided a dedicated studio space at the Arts Centre, have access to artistic support, access to facilities and equipment during open hours, an honorarium to purchase materials and supplies, and an opportunity to exhibit their body of work. YAR 2021 runs July 5 to August 27, with the exhibit held August 27 to September 6th in the VCAC Centre Gallery.

Applications Closed for 2021.  Please check back with us in early 2022 for new program dates.

Click to download the APPLICATION FORM and PROGRAM DESCRIPTION.

Questions?
Call us at 250-542-6243, email info@vernonarts.ca, or message us on Facebook or Instagram.