Sent on: February 28, 2024

Applications are open for Problem Children 2024

We are looking for six ambitious young creatives to join us this summer.

We are now accepting applications for Problem Children 2024.

Problem Children is a summer mentorship program designed for young artists who crave the space, time, and freedom to explore how their creative skills can enrich their lives and communities.

Through one-on-one mentorship, group sessions, field trips, and personal projects, Problem Children encourages students to engage their curiosity, strengthen their courage, and activate their critical thinking. It is a place where students grow their peer network, cultivate their creativity, and exercise their ability for self-directed growth.

Problem Children is a unique opportunity for young creatives to develop their portfolio, add to their CV, and meet a number of creative professionals who will advocate for them into the future.

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The 2024 program:

runs from June 1st to August 24th
takes place at our studio in the Inner Sunset
has space for 6 artists working in the visual arts or writing

We believe it’s important that young artists choose to apply of their own interest, but have found that a positive word from a trusted family member, friend, teacher, or mentor goes a long way.

If this program seems like a fit for any young creatives you know, we hope you will pass along the word and encourage them to apply.

Find more information on the Problem Children website, along with an application form.

Problem Children website

An opportunity to do something great.

The program’s name is a reclamation of a term thrown at brilliant kids who see the world differently and are ready to be challenged (and supported) in ways that go beyond what is possible in a school environment. We were those kids.

We created Problem Children to be a home for likehearted peers as they work to find their place in our world. The program celebrates and uplifts these young artists who know they are capable of more and are seeking the community, physical space, and guidance needed to get to the next level.

It is a place for students to be challenged to push beyond their comfort zones. A place where their unique interests are honored and innate capacities nurtured. A place where they are supported as they reach levels of observation, understanding, and creative output that exceed what they believed they were capable of.

By challenging students to explore deeply, grow their capacities, and do something great, we honor their personhood and further empower them to create the lives they will lead.

We can’t think of a more important thing to do.

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Learn more at ProblemChidren.org