Earlier this month I had the privilege of participating in Creativity Camp, which was held at one of our partner agencies. I was so excited to have my first experience serving as a mentor in our programming. I had taken our day-long trauma informed orientation as part of my onboarding, and I was eager to...
What is your favorite Free Arts Moment? My favorite event I have attended was probably also its most impactful. I am so grateful to have been able to be a part of the ACASI Vigil [Arizona Child and Adolescent Survivor Initiative, a program of ASU]. This was an event where members of the community came...
On April 21st, Free Arts participated in Chalk it Up! Prescott, a chalk art festival that was family-friendly and community-centered. The event was in partnership with The Launch Pad Teen Center, one of our partner organizations in Yavapai County.
Mario Barela has been a dedicated Professional Teaching Artist for Free Arts since 2008. He has contributed both his time and talent to reach the children of Free Arts partner agencies, even in a time of social distancing and mask mandates.
