Youth Outreach Program
The Youth Outreach Program is an exciting FREE after school printmaking program for youth between the ages of 16 and 25*. The Youth Outreach Program is comprised of 24 classes over 12 weeks and is taught by professional artists. Participants explore printmaking techniques such as etching, screen printing and lino printing along with basic colour theory and composition.
Participants must be able to attend on both Tuesday and Thursday evenings.
Information about the program is disseminated throughout Winnipeg high schools and community groups with a focus placed on those in under-served communities. We recognize the need to provide positive activities for youth in a safe environment and to promote the art of printmaking to a younger audience.
All of the processes taught in the program require varying levels of physicality. If you have concerns around the accessibility of our programs, please call or email so that we can discuss ways we can support you.
Visit the online gallery for the Youth Outreach Program here
The Youth Outreach Program could not be made possible without the continued investment of the Graham C. Lount Family Foundation and the Province of Manitoba.
*If you fall outside the age range and are from an equity deserving community, please contact us.
Applications for the Youth Outreach Program will reopen in November 2026. Sign up here to be notified when applications reopen
For more information, or if you have any questions, contact education@printmakers.mb.ca
INKubator Program
INKubator allows for participants to continue their involvement with Martha Street Studio after graduating from the Youth Outreach Program. INKubator challenges emerging artists to originate an idea for a project and present it in a written proposal. Project proposals are juried by a committee made up of instructors and staff. The chosen participants then work under the supervision of instructors to realize their project with supplied materials over the course of 13 weeks. Participants are given access to the studio and are encouraged to work independently. This supported independence helps participants develop time-management skills, problem solving skills and a strong work ethic. In this way, INKubator prepares participants to be critical thinkers and creative professionals.
INKubator brings Youth Outreach Program graduates to new levels of development, helping them explore future educational and career pathways. This, in turn, prepares them for a future in which creative thinkers can shape communities.
