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What is it?
BICA School Youth Assembly is a free program for artists ages 14–18 working across visual art, writing, and civic engagement. Join us for a monthly workshop and open studio hours — bring your own project or start something new. The year builds toward a group exhibition and zine at BICA.
Who is it for?
Any and all young people (ages 14-18) interested in art/writing (any form). No experience required.
When Is it?
Noon–2:30 PM on two Saturdays a month from October 2026 through June 2027.
→Workshops:
October 3, November 7, December 5, January 9, February 6, March 6, April 10, May 8, June 5
→Open Studios: October 24, November 21, December 19, January 23, February 20, March 20, April 24, May 22, June 19
Where Is it?
The Buffalo Institute for Contemporary Art Lab at 30 Essex Street, Buffalo NY 14213
How do i sign up?
You can register to attend one or many sessions right here!
Why should I attend?
Come through to develop your visual/written art skills and civic imagination! Be part of a group exhibition and publication! Make some cool, new artsy friends!
More questions?
Email lead teaching artist, Robin Jordan, at rljordanster@gmail.com
BICA School Youth Assembly is led with support from teaching artist Robin Lee Jordan.
The 2026-2027 season is funded by WNY With Youth For Youth (WYFY), a grant designed, reviewed, and selected by youth. WYFY is supported by the Community Foundation for Greater Buffalo and funded by the Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Foundation.