The National Art Gallery of The Bahamas (NAGB) is making the call for volunteers for the 2015 NAGB Mixed Media Art Summer Camp. Held from June 22 to July 31, the camp will host students between the ages of five and 15 who are interested in learning art techniques, exploring different avenues of visual creativity and developing their knowledge of art in social and historical contexts. Believing that this opportunity should be extended to every young Bahamian, regardless of household income, nearly one third of campers - who come from disadvantaged backgrounds - will attend free of charge. While every camper may not grow up to become part of the next generation of Bahamian master artists, it is the NAGB's hope that each student develops leadership abilities, creative ingenuity and a well-rounded and healthy lifestyle.
The NAGB is now looking for volunteers interested in shaping and educating young Bahamians through visual art. Preferred applicants will have some experience in art and craft and a desire to work with younger people. All applicants should have a strong work ethic and interpersonal skills. The camp will be divided into two three-week-long sessions: session one, from June 22 to July 9, and session two from July 13 to 31. Successful applicants may sign up for as short as one week to the full six, but must be able to commit to working the full week, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday to Friday.
Volunteer application forms can be found online, on the NAGB's website at http://www.nagb.org.bs/_m1640/News. All applicants should submit an application package to NAGB Education and Curatorial Support Associate Abby Smith including a cover letter with details of the applicant's preferred volunteering session, resume, completed volunteer form and current police record. The deadline for applications is May 4, 2015. For more information on the NAGB Mixed Media Art Summer Camp or its application requirements, contact Smith via phone at 328-5800 or email at asmith@nagb.org.bs.
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