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ANNOUNCING THE 2024 U.S. PRESIDENTIAL SCHOLARS IN THE ARTS

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Thursday, May 9, 2024
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MIAMI, May 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- YoungArts congratulates the 161 high school seniors selected for the 60th anniversary of the U.S. Presidential Scholars, with special acknowledgment to the 20 U.S. Presidential Scholars in the Arts (full list below), YoungArts award winners who were nominated for the honor by YoungArts. The U.S. Presidential Scholars award—one of the nation's highest honors for high school students who exemplify academic excellence, leadership qualities and community service—is presented on behalf of the President of the United States and honors up to 161 graduating high school seniors of high potential each year. To be selected as a U.S. Presidential Scholar in the Arts, students must have attended National YoungArts Week.

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  • The U.S. Presidential Scholars award—one of the nation's highest honors for high school students who exemplify academic excellence, leadership qualities and community service—is presented on behalf of the President of the United States and honors up to 161 graduating high school seniors of high potential each year.
  • To be selected as a U.S. Presidential Scholar in the Arts, students must have attended National YoungArts Week.
  • Clive Chang, President of YoungArts, said, "YoungArts is proud to celebrate the incoming class of U.S. Presidential Scholars in the Arts.
  • The 2024 U.S. Presidential Scholars in the Arts are:

ANNOUNCING THE 2024 YOUNGARTS AWARD WINNERS

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Thursday, November 30, 2023
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MIAMI, Nov. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- YoungArts announces the 2024 YoungArts award winners— nearly 700 of the most accomplished young visual, literary and performing artists from across the country, heralding the next generation of artists to watch. YoungArts award winners are selected through a highly competitive application, which is reviewed by panels of esteemed, discipline-specific artists in a rigorous adjudication process. 2024 YoungArts award winners join a distinguished community of artists who are offered creative and professional development support throughout their careers. A complete list of the 2024 winners, all 15–18 years old or in grades 10–12, is available online at youngarts.org/winners.

Key Points: 
  • YoungArts award winners are selected through a highly competitive application, which is reviewed by panels of esteemed, discipline-specific artists in a rigorous adjudication process.
  • All YoungArts award winners have demonstrated exceptional technique, a strong sense of artistry, and an extraordinary commitment to developing their crafts.
  • 2024 YoungArts winners also have the opportunity to participate in YoungArts Labs, all-expenses paid learning intensives with field-defining artists working in New York and Los Angeles.
  • Among the 2024 class of YoungArts award winners, panelists also select a smaller group of particularly outstanding YoungArts winners with distinction.

SunChips® Showcases Artwork from Underrepresented Artists in "Art Seen" Honors

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Tuesday, October 17, 2023
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PLANO, Texas, Oct. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- SunChips celebrates individuality and believes different perspectives fuel a one-of-a-kind world. As part of that mission, its "Art Seen" program has put a spotlight on originality among artists to help more art be seen. Today, the brand has unveiled the "Art Seen" 2023 winning artists and their original artwork which will take over millions of SunChips bags at retailers across the country.

Key Points: 
  • As part of that mission, its "Art Seen" program has put a spotlight on originality among artists to help more art be seen.
  • Today, the brand has unveiled the "Art Seen" 2023 winning artists and their original artwork which will take over millions of SunChips bags at retailers across the country.
  • Featuring these artists' work on our packaging in retailers nationwide allows us to do our part to offer more exposure for these talented individuals in unexpected ways."
  • Her commissioned artwork for the SunChips Original flavor tells a story of embracing individuality by following your passions.

Visual Effects Visionaries: Maxon Announces SIGGRAPH 2023 Speaker Lineup

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Wednesday, July 26, 2023
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BAD HOMBURG, Germany, July 26, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Maxon, developers of professional software solutions for editors, filmmakers, motion designers, visual effects artists and creators of all types, has today announced their highly anticipated speaker line-up for SIGGRAPH 2023 (booth 637). Taking place in Los Angeles from August 6-10th, this annual conference is renowned for bringing together the brightest creatives in the industry.

Key Points: 
  • BAD HOMBURG, Germany, July 26, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Maxon , developers of professional software solutions for editors, filmmakers, motion designers, visual effects artists and creators of all types, has today announced their highly anticipated speaker line-up for SIGGRAPH 2023 (booth 637).
  • "Our incredible lineup for SIGGRAPH 2023 promises to provide aspiring animators, and even seasoned professionals, with an invaluable opportunity to learn from some of the best in the business," says David McGavran, Maxon CEO.
  • Speakers on the Maxon booth will include:
    Alex Parker is a motion graphics designer with Disney's Parks, Experiences and Products team.
  • Chad Perkins is an award-winning filmmaker and author, and a visual effects and motion graphics artist.

2024 YOUNGARTS AWARD COMPETITION OPEN THROUGH OCTOBER 13

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Monday, June 12, 2023
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MIAMI, June 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- YoungArts, the national foundation for the advancement of artists, is now accepting applications for its prestigious annual competition. Artists ages 15-18 or in grades 10–12 are encouraged to apply online at youngarts.org/apply through October 13, 2023. All YoungArts award winners receive financial awards ranging from $250 to $10,000, opportunities to work with leading artists, and become eligible for exclusive creative and professional development support throughout their careers. Applications are adjudicated through a rigorous blind process by esteemed discipline-specific panels of artists. YoungArts 2024 award winners will be announced on November 30, 2023.

Key Points: 
  • Artists ages 15-18 or in grades 10–12 are encouraged to apply online at youngarts.org/apply through October 13, 2023.
  • All YoungArts award winners receive financial awards ranging from $250 to $10,000, opportunities to work with leading artists, and become eligible for exclusive creative and professional development support throughout their careers.
  • YoungArts 2024 award winners will be announced on November 30, 2023.
  • "An artist's lifelong journey with YoungArts begins by applying to our annual national competition," said YoungArts President Clive Chang.

ANNOUNCING THE 2023 U.S. PRESIDENTIAL SCHOLARS IN THE ARTS

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Wednesday, May 10, 2023
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MIAMI, May 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- YoungArts congratulates the 59th class of U.S. Presidential Scholars, with special acknowledgement to the 20 U.S. Presidential Scholars in the Arts (full list below) who are YoungArts award winners and were nominated for the honor by YoungArts. The U.S. Presidential Scholars award—one of the nation's highest honors for high school students who exemplify academic excellence, leadership qualities and community service—is presented on behalf of the President of the United States and honors up to 161 graduating high school seniors of high potential each year. Students who would like to be considered for U.S. Presidential Scholars in the Arts must be YoungArts award winners. Applications for the 2024 YoungArts competition will open on June 6, 2023 at youngarts.org/competition.

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  • 20 of the Nation's Most Talented Artists, All YoungArts Award Winners,
    MIAMI, May 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- YoungArts congratulates the 59th class of U.S. Presidential Scholars, with special acknowledgement to the 20 U.S. Presidential Scholars in the Arts (full list below) who are YoungArts award winners and were nominated for the honor by YoungArts.
  • Students who would like to be considered for U.S. Presidential Scholars in the Arts must be YoungArts award winners.
  • Clive Chang, President of YoungArts, said, "The 2023 U.S. Presidential Scholars in the Arts represent the next generation of storytellers and changemakers in our country, exemplifying both academic excellence and artistic ingenuity spanning the visual, literary, and performing arts.
  • The 2023 U.S. Presidential Scholars in the Arts are:
    *Interviews can be facilitated, and images are available upon request.

Anthropologie Announces YoungArts "Leading with Creativity" Award Winners

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Thursday, January 19, 2023
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PHILADELPHIA, Jan. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Anthropologie, the admired American lifestyle brand, is excited to announce the inaugural winners of their newly created Leading with Creativity Award. The recipients are all past YoungArts Award winners and represent creative talent from diverse backgrounds and across a variety of artistic disciplines.

Key Points: 
  • PHILADELPHIA, Jan. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Anthropologie, the admired American lifestyle brand, is excited to announce the inaugural winners of their newly created Leading with Creativity Award.
  • The recipients are all past YoungArts Award winners and represent creative talent from diverse backgrounds and across a variety of artistic disciplines.
  • Each of the five winners of the Anthropologie "Leading with Creativity" Award will receive a $10,000 unrestricted grant, as well as an opportunity to work alongside members of Anthropologie on the brand's Holiday 2023 campaign.
  • The recipients include:
    The Anthropologie "Leading with Creativity" Award is a reflection of the brand's dedication to the creative community.

ANNOUNCING THE 2023 YOUNGARTS AWARD WINNERS

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Tuesday, December 6, 2022
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MIAMI, Dec. 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- YoungArts is pleased to announce the 2023 YoungArts award winners— 702 of the most accomplished young visual, literary and performing artists from across the country. YoungArts award winners join a distinguished community of artists and are offered creative and professional development support throughout their careers. YoungArts winners are selected through a highly competitive application, which is reviewed by panels of esteemed discipline-specific artists in a rigorous blind adjudication process. A complete list of the 2023 winners, all 15–18 years old or in grades 10–12, is available online at youngarts.org/winners.

Key Points: 
  • 702 Artists from Across the United States Honored for Excellence in Visual, Literary and Performing Arts
    MIAMI, Dec. 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- YoungArts is pleased toannounce the 2023 YoungArts award winners 702 of the most accomplished young visual, literary and performing artists from across the country.
  • A complete list of the 2023 winners, all 1518 years old or in grades 1012, is available online at youngarts.org/winners .
  • YoungArts award winners at the Finalist level are invited to participate in National YoungArts Week in January 2023.
  • YoungArts award winners join a distinguished group of accomplished artists including Daniel Arsham, Terence Blanchard, Camille A.

Anthropologie Celebrates Giving Tuesday with YoungArts

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Monday, November 28, 2022
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PHILADELPHIA, Nov. 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Anthropologie, the admired American lifestyle brand, is pleased to announce a Giving Tuesday initiative in support of arts education. On Tuesday, November 29th, Anthropologie will donate 100% of all candle proceeds, in-stores and online, to YoungArts, an organization that identifies exceptional young artists and invests in their lifelong creative freedom.

Key Points: 
  • PHILADELPHIA, Nov. 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Anthropologie , the admired American lifestyle brand, is pleased to announce a Giving Tuesday initiative in support of arts education.
  • On Tuesday, November 29th, Anthropologie will donate 100% of all candle proceeds, in-stores and online, to YoungArts , an organization that identifies exceptional young artists and invests in their lifelong creative freedom.
  • "At Anthropologie, each day we are led by creativity, and the holiday season is when the true magic of our brand comes alive," said Elizabeth Preis, Chief Marketing Officer at Anthropologie.
  • Through the partnership, Anthropologie has committed to a donation of $250,000 to YoungArts, as well as an employee donation-match program.

Anthropologie Announces Yearlong Partnership with YoungArts

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Tuesday, October 11, 2022
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PHILADELPHIA, Oct. 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Anthropologie, the beloved American lifestyle brand, is pleased to announce a yearlong partnership with YoungArts, the prestigious arts development nonprofit. Through this exciting partnership, Anthropologie hopes to improve access to careers in the arts through financial donations, collaborations, customer fundraising, employee engagement, and mentorship opportunities.

Key Points: 
  • Through this exciting partnership, Anthropologie hopes to improve access to careers in the arts through financial donations, collaborations, customer fundraising, employee engagement, and mentorship opportunities.
  • "We are thrilled to announce this partnership with YoungArts," said Tricia Smith, Global CEO of Anthropologie Group.
  • Anthropologie and YoungArts are excited to work together to offer students career-altering opportunities and incite meaningful change through collaborative programming.
  • Through the yearlong partnership, Anthropologie has committed to a donation of $250,000 to YoungArts, as well as an employee donation-match program.