Karen’s debut as a choreographer
Today we’re heading over to the dance studio to learn about Karen Yates’ experience as a first-time choreographer at Matheny Arts Access. Meet Karen Karen
Artist Spotlight
Celebrating music, movement, and outrageous creativity
Arts Access is based on the idea freedom of choice and with this freedom comes an expansive and diverse body of work. Nobody is witness
Our Award-Winning Artists
Dance Innovations Award Scholarships We are so proud of our artists, Rick Cruz and Anthony Zaccaria, who were each selected for a Dance Innovations Performance
Studio Spotlight: Chris Palmer
A Modern Pop Artist One could easily come away with a sense of joy and wonder from viewing Chris Palmer’s illustrations and paintings. Drawing inspiration
Studio Spotlight: Chet Cheesman
Determined and Dedicated “I love to paint . . . all of my paintings are in my head before I do them.” Chet was among
Studio Spotlight: Amy Myers
Dreaming of Art “It takes work. And I worked at it very hard.” Amy Myers is known for her diligent work as an artist in
Studio Spotlight: Ara Shamamian
Enthusiastic Expression “Oh my God, look at me!” Ara’s excitement is rarely contained when he is at Arts Access. We often hear his joyous exclamations
Studio Spotlight: Carly Finley
In the Arts Access Digital Art program, Carly recently completed designing a new sculpture, pictured above in a digital rendering. There are many places within
Rick Cruz
“I am very proud of myself. I work really hard.” An enthusiastic new artist, Rick started participating in the Arts Access Program in February 2019.
Isabell Villacis
“I just want everyone to know that if you have a dream, go for it!” Isabell is a creative and versatile abstract painter, writer, and
