The OutLoud Archives — Youth Mentoring Action Network

● Programs

OutLoud Archives

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A hands-on, six-week creative program for young artists ready to take their craft seriously. Coaching. Compensation. A public archive for every project. Graduates earn first access to the Mental Health EP in the spring.

● Program Overview

What You’ll Learn

Over six weeks, you'll push an existing creative practice further or start a new one — with working artists guiding the process. You'll leave with finished work archived publicly under your name, hands-on experience with production tools, and the kind of creative community that doesn't end when the program does. Graduates of OutLoud earn first access to the Mental Health EP in the spring.

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4-Week
Sessions
Start June 15

8-Week
Sessions
Start May 31

Program Structure

Six weeks of weekly sessions at the Youth Power Hub, plus studio time, peer critique, and a final public showcase. Artists work across disciplines — music, writing, visual, performance, film — with coaching from working professionals. Small cohort, high touch.

What’s Included

All materials, studio access, equipment, and mentorship. Meals and transportation support for participants who need it. Compensation for your creative contributions — you get paid for the work you make. Every finished project is archived publicly and credited to you.

Pipeline to Mental Health EP

Completing OutLoud is the on-ramp to the Mental Health EP recording program in February and March. Graduates are offered first access — a full six weeks of writing, producing, and recording original music released on streaming platforms.

Who It’s For

Young artists ages 14–20 who already have a creative practice — or who are serious about starting one. You don't need a portfolio or training. You need a willingness to show up, take risks, and trust the process.

● Camp Life

Sample Itinerary

Breakfast in the dining hall

7:45 am

Morning Gathering

8:45 am

Primary Classes (Painting, Papermaking, Ceramics)

9–12:15 pm

Lunch

12:45 pm

Elective Classes (Music, Waterfront Sports)

2 – 4 PM

Chill Time

4:15 PM

Dinner

6 PM

Evening Activity

7 PM

Bonfire & Wind Down

8 PM

● Faculty & Staff

Meet the Instructors

Bennie Marlo

Bennie’s, our very own founder, vision of a playful, offbeat arts community continues to guide the camp today.

Founder, Painter & educator

Ginny Brooks

Painter & Ceramicist

Ginny brings a love of color, form, and tactile experimentation into both of her studios each summer.

Caleb Turner

Artist & Educator

Caleb is a passionate about helping young creatives take risks, explore new mediums, and discover their own voice.