Gage Academy of Art

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Phone: 206 343-GAGE

St. Nicholas Building
1501 Tenth Ave East, #101
Seattle
Washington 98102
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Target demographics: Annually, Gage serves over 10,000 members of our community through educational and community programs in the visual arts. Our Youth Prorgrams engage young artists ages 6 to 18 and our open enrollment Adult Programs draw artists of all skill levels from beginners to professionals. Gage year-long ateliers provide professional training in drawing and painting to a core group of 40 artists who work in on-site studios under the mentorship of master teaching artists.

Direct beneficiaries per year: Each year, Gage awards $160,000 in tuition relief to over 300 deserving students.

Someone who had 3 hours of volunteer time could: Show up for our “Drawing Jam” (December) or our “Best of Gage” (June) and help to run one of the most fun public art events in Seattle.

Geographic areas served: Gage serves artists across the NW region

Mission:

Guided by the belief that artists are made, not born, Gage strives to educate, enrich and engage artists and the community in the visual arts. Gage offers instruction in the principles of drawing, painting and sculpting and is dedicated to helping students of all ages and skill levels realize themselves as artists in contemporary society

Gage Youth Programs offer practical art instruction in drawing, painting and 3-D design for 6 to 18 year old artists. Our curriculum encourages students to explore new materials and techniques, develop creative problem solving skills and celebrate self-expression. We are dedicated to providing professional teaching artists to present engaging, age-appropriate classes that empower young artists to "be seen and heard."

Results:

In spite of the difficult economy, Gage has shown strong enrollment patterns this year with an increase of 12% in its adult classes.

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Stacy23

11/17/11

This is a great place for artists of any caliber. Classes might be pricey if you are used to a community college or other venue,but the instructors have a solid background in the arts and know the things that they are teaching you... more »

C.Estevenin

01/30/11

I studied at Gage for four years working through the Drawing Certificate Program. I found the classes and teaching of the highest level. I gained a strong foundation in the principles of art, in drawing and sculpture. The school also offers excellent workshops taught by emerging and established ... more »

jim-kelly1

02/26/10

I am pleased to write a review of the Gage Academy of Art. The school began operation year-round in Seattle in 1995 and has grown rapidly to become one of the premier visual arts institutions in King County with more than 1,400 students who flock to Gage from around the country. The core of its ... more »

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