TOP STORY Photography created by youth living in South Los Angeles In this project, young people were documenting health issues in their community including the prevalence of mini– and fast food marts (and lack of healthy foods), uncollected trash on the street, and unsafe streets, parks, and schools. They also sought to show the strengths of their community: portraits of families, Quinciñeras, youth groups, and people active in their community. Check out their work! Comment on their pics! Let them know what you think! See More Work from this project | Curated by Venice Arts | Click to view story

	Evelyn's Story My name is Evelyn Alvarez. I have been doing photography for about 5 years now; its become my true passion. I love every part of it--from the processing to the development of the photographs. My main focus is children and their environment. I love showing people the expression of children in different environments. I also love shooting portraits as well as capturing the moments least expected. Curated by Venice Arts | Items: 16
	Close to The Edge of Nothing: Alex in Alaska 17 year–old Alex left for Alaska in August after 5 years at Venice Arts. In that time, she became an accomplished young photographer and filmmaker; took countless classes which is why, as she says, "some people think I was born at Venice Arts"; was in Advanced Studies and was one of our first Youth Art Interns (breaking the record as an Intern for nearly three years). This gallery features a selection of her past work and blogs. It's also the place where you can see her regular photo and blog posts from Alaska, and follow her story throughout the year. We look forward to sharing her adventure in the Far North! Curated by Alex in Wonderland | Items: 34
	Bicycle Photography Project 2009 A few from a large collection. A lesson in preparation. A lesson in night shooting. An exploration into bicycle photography from an enthusiast POV. Curated by Toan | Items: 6

Genevieve

brother Alfredo Estrada

Timmie Escobedo

Where did Vera go? chelsea

Chena River Alex in Wonderland

Chapter 2 of this re jo-Z

blurg Genevieve

Scary Moons Alex in Wonderland

Announcing Jocelyn's MODC (Mini Online Debate Club) Lynn Thursday, March 04, 2010 at 2:51PM Check-out the new Mini Online Debate Club (MODC) just launched by Jocelyn or, Jo–Z. Her current topic? The death penalty. If enough of you are interested, maybe you can convince Jo–Z to use this site's Project Feature to create your own Debate Blog forum!

Try Something New! Rosalyn Friday, January 29, 2010 at 3:33PM If you are interested in visiting one of the other Venice Arts workshops to get a glimpse of what other students are working on, please contact Rosalyn by sending a Beyond My Space email. She'll contact the instructor for you to visit the class. You might enjoy it and want to enroll for next session. :)

Summer School for the Arts Applications Due February 27, 2010 Lynn Friday, January 15, 2010 at 5:44PM The California State Summer School for the Arts is accepting applications for this summer's programs, which are open to young musicians, writers, performers, visual artists, and filmmakers. Contact Cathy if you need assistance with your application!

LACMA Muse now accepting submissions for young filmmaker showcase eugene Friday, December 04, 2009 at 7:55AM Ambitious young filmmakers are encouraged to check out the county museum's annual call for entries in the next cycle of the Young Directors Program run by LACMA Muse. Next deadline is January 15, 2010.

For all news, click here.