Reel Exposure International Teen Film and Photography Festival is Coming This April
Reel Exposure International Teen Film and Photography Festival is a 3-day event, April 7 – 9. It includes an in-person (or virtual) photography exhibition opening on April 7 at 5pm at the Trolley Barn Gallery in Poughkeepsie followed by a two-day virtual event at 7pm on April 8 and 9, showcasing short films made by creative young artists from around the world. This year the festival has youth work from nine countries—giving the audience a global teen perspective and celebrating some of the world’s strongest youth art and media! RSVP TODAY!
About the Photography Exhibition
Professional and youth jurors selected 55 photographs from 172 submissions from teens ages 13-19 across the world including Singapore, Italy, Islamic Republic of Iran, and the United States. Opening with a public reception on April 7, this exciting youth exhibition will remain on display through May 13 accompanied by a virtual gallery tour for those unable to attend.
Exhibition open from April 7- May 13. 489 Main St. Poughkeepsie.
About the Film Festival
Viewers can expect to see a mix of film genres in this year’s film festival lineup, including animations, documentaries, dramas, horror, and comedies from teen filmmakers. 12 short films will be screened virtually on April 8 & 9, 7PM from a total of 54 submissions from The United States, United Kingdom, Spain, Poland, Mexico, China, and the Islamic Republic of Iran. The film portion of the event will conclude with a live virtual awards ceremony and Q&A on April 9. This event is free, however pre-registration is required at thearteffect.org/reel-exposure.
Expanding Accessibility
For the first time Reel Exposure International Teen Film & Photo festival will utilize open captioning services for film screenings as well as a live remote captioner for the awards and Q&A portion of the event to increase accessibility for the hearing-impaired community.
“There is no doubt that accessibility issues have greatly limited people with hearing loss, including when it comes to the entertainment industry. We strongly believe that everyone should have the right to enjoy a full cultural life and we are excited to extend this access to hearing-impaired audiences, so we can all watch these powerful films together.” Says Executive Director, Nicole Fenichel-Hewitt.
Tickets to the festival are free. Pre-registration is required. Visit thearteffect.org/reel-exposure for more information and to access viewer choice poll, virtual photo exhibition and live screenings during the festival, April 7 – 9.
Reel Exposure is made possible, in part, through funding from New York State Council on the Arts, Vassar Brothers Institute Donor Advised Fund of the Community Foundations of the Hudson Valley, the National Endowment for the Arts, and the Millman Harris Romano Foundation.
The Art Effect officially launched The Trolley Barn Gallery and first youth-led juried exhibition
On February 26, 2021 The Art Effect officially launched The Trolley Barn Gallery and our first youth-led juried exhibition Home Sick with a ribbon cutting and opening reception attended by The Dutchess County Chamber of Commerce, State Assemblyman Jonathan Jacobson, Mayor Rob Rolison, Melaine Rottkamp from Dutchess County Tourism, Christie Bonomo-Gose from Dutchess County planning, as well as board members, staff, Poughkeepsie youth and many artists and community members.
We are so excited to be re-activating the iconic Trolley Barn through an innovative approach to youth empowerment through the arts. Come take another look at Home Sick, on display until April 1, 2021! Gallery Hours: Wed – Fri 12-3pm, Sat 12-4pm.
By establishing connections with curators and arts professionals, such as Mary-Kay Lombino, Deputy Director and Curator at The Frances Lehman Loeb Art Center at
Vassar College, and Joanna Frang, Executive Director at The Barrett Art Center, The Art Effect will continue to bring transformative exhibitions of high-caliber artwork from around the world to Poughkeepsie.
Vassar College, and Joanna Frang, Executive Director at The Barrett Art Center, The Art Effect will continue to bring transformative exhibitions of high-caliber artwork from around the world to Poughkeepsie.The mission of The Art Effect at the Trolley Barn is to train youth as leaders who catalyze the community through the arts and re-energize downtown Poughkeepsie. The Art Effect’s permanent presence at the Trolley Barn will bring together youth and established art professionals to present impactful exhibitions that engage the wider community and acquaint youth with curatorial and exhibition practices.
We invite you to visit our current and upcoming exhibitions page on our website as we continue to present additional youth-led exhibitions in addition to other exhibitions featuring artwork created by youth at the Trolley Barn throughout 2021 including our next event, Reel Expressions International Teen Film and Photography Festival with an exhibition from April 9 – May 13 at The Trolley Barn.
The Art Effect’s presence at The Trolley Barn is truly designed to strengthen our community and showcase the positive impacts of the arts and arts education.
We hope to see you again at The Trolley Barn real soon!
The Art Effect Offers In-Person Summer Programming for Ages 5-19
The Art Effect has once again adapted its summer programming for youth ages 4-19 to reclaim their summer fun while adhering to state and local Coronavirus guidelines. Programs for each age group — Arts Camps (ages 5-11), Junior Arts Institute (ages 11-13), and Summer Art Institute (ages 14-19) — will be available in-person with smaller group sizes and enhanced safety measures to provide social and creative outlets in a supportive environment this summer.
For decades, The Art Effect’s summer programs; Dutchess Arts Camp, Junior Art Institute, and Summer Art Institute, have enriched and empowered local youth through art and exploration. This year, The Art Effect will also reinstate Ulster Arts Camp, located on the picturesque campus of SUNY New Paltz for campers ages 5–11. Throughout these unprecedented times, The Art Effect continues to support young people by providing the platform, materials, and direction to continue to stay connected, motivated, and hopeful for the future all while offering safe, in-person programming which has become a model for other organizations throughout the county.
At The Art Effect’s summer Dutchess and Ulster arts camps, children ages 5-11 will explore their artistic abilities and have fun working on creative projects in person, socially distanced and outside whenever possible this summer at our Pershing Ave, Poughkeepsie location or at SUNY New Paltz. Dutchess Arts Camp will run for four individual weeks beginning July 5 — July 30. Ulster Arts Camp will run two sessions beginning August 2 — August 13.
This summer’s Junior Art Institute will take a child’s love of art to the next level through the discovery of creative self expression while learning new skills in painting, 3-D sculptures, and mixed media. Projects intended for middle school youth ages 11-13 will be adaptable to the level and interest of each student through the “child centered” teaching approach. Junior Art Institute runs five days a week for three individual sessions beginning on July 5 — August 13 at the Barrett Art Center located at 55 Noxon Rd, Poughkeepsie.
The Art Effect’s Summer Art Institute is for artistically motivated teens ages 14-19 to develop their creativity and build skills that prepare them for advanced study and
careers in the visual arts. This summer’s focus will be drawing and painting and will take place at the Trolley Barn with two sessions from July 5-23 and July 26-August 13 with Art Institute director, Rick Price.
Since the COVID pandemic began in March, The Art Effect has pivoted our normal service models to adjust program schedules, provide virtual options and serve more people through an incredible amount of hard work, and creative thinking. During the first months of the COVID-19 pandemic, The Art Effect was one of the only agencies in Poughkeepsie providing services to youth through remote media and visual arts workshops, online courses, and virtual events. As the pandemic continues, The Art Effect has built adaptable and safe program delivery options into every aspect of the organization.
For more information and to register for summer programs visit thearteffect.org/courses/summer-programs or call 845-471-7477. In-person programming is subject to change in response to state and local guidelines.
The Art Effect to Receive $20,000 Grant from the National Endowment for the Arts!
The Art Effect has been approved for a $20,000 award from the National Endowment for the Arts to support the Art Institute, with a special focus on ArtsBridge, a new program within the Art Institute (piloted for 2 years under the name MAAP). ArtsBridge will engage underserved Poughkeepsie youth in the arts to provide them with training, support, and mentorship to help them succeed in higher education. The Art Effect’s project is among 1,073 projects across America totaling nearly $25 million that were selected during this first round of fiscal year 2021 funding in the Grants for Arts Projects funding category.
“The National Endowment for the Arts is proud to support this project from The Art Effect,” said Arts Endowment Acting Chairman Ann Eilers. “The Art Effect is among the arts organizations across the country that have demonstrated creativity, excellence, and resilience during this very challenging year.”
The Art Institute, a year-long portfolio development and college preparatory program, engages over 200 youth ages 14-19 each year. The Art Effect helps students develop their ideas and master skills in both visual and media arts preparing them for their future college and career paths in the arts.
“Since 2000, our graduates have been offered over $50 million in merit-based scholarships to the nation’s leading colleges, universities, and art schools”. Says Nicole Fenichel-Hewitt, Executive Director. “Students in our most advanced programs created 153 portfolios this year and thanks to the support of our funders, sponsors, and community we have been able to provide $17,899.50 in financial assistance scholarships to low-income students, increasing access to arts education in our community.”
Responding to the need to interrupt the cycle of poverty and educational inequities in Poughkeepsie, ArtsBridge establishes a pathway for students to higher education through the arts. With the generous support of the NEA grant funding and other supporters, ArtsBridge will implement a comprehensive program in 2021. Participants will gain advanced artistic preparatory and portfolio development skills though the Art Institute as well as college readiness training, and emotional support through individual mentorship with a focus being on college scholarships and matriculation. This spring will also feature guest artists, exposing youth to a variety of college and career fields.
While programs at The Art Effect took a significant hit due to the pandemic last year, with lots of time, talent, hard work, and creative thinking we continue to offer high-quality arts and college prep courses for young people throughout the Hudson Valley. Spring and summer classes are planned for in-person instruction beginning this month. More information on upcoming classes can be found here thearteffect.org/courses.
For more information on projects included in the Arts Endowment grant announcement, visit arts.gov/news. For more information on the Art Institute, visit thearteffect.org/excel/the-art-institute and for more information about ArtsBridge, visit thearteffect.org/artsbridge or call 845-471-7477.
The Art Effect Launches Home Sick: The First International Juried Exhibition at the Poughkeepsie Trolley Barn
The Art Effect announces the launch of its new international juried exhibition series and pilot youth museum studies program in 2021. Home Sick will be The Art Effect’s inaugural national juried exhibition in its new 3,000-sq-ft gallery at the Poughkeepsie Trolley Barn in the heart of the City of Poughkeepsie. This exciting exhibition will be on display February 25 – April 1, 2021. Enter Here.
The Art Effect is Making Waves of Change This #GivingTuesday
The Art Effect is Making Waves of Change This #GivingTuesday, joining millions around the world participating in the global generosity movement on December 1, 2020
POUGHKEEPSIE, NY – On Tuesday, December 1, 2020, The Art Effect will launch the #GivingTuesday campaign to raise $20,000 to provide the mentorship and resources young people in Poughkeepsie and the greater Hudson Valley need to stay on a successful path, especially during these unprecedented times. We have always believed in the power our teachers have to instruct students not only in art skills, but also life skills that go beyond the studio.
GivingTuesday is a global generosity movement, unleashing the power of people and organizations to transform their communities and their world. GivingTuesday will kick off the generosity season this year by inspiring people to give back on December 1, 2020, and throughout the year.
At The Art Effect, we believe it’s not just about learning how to make great art — it’s about deepening the bonds that begin in the studio and extend through high school graduation, college attendance, and career success.
Eloisa Morales, a graduate of The Art Effect reflects, “The Art Effect pushes you even farther than you’d think of going. At The Art Effect, everyone knows who you are. Your teachers know you better than you do.”Young people right now are continuing to learn how to cope with the ever-changing world around them while also struggling to stay connected, motivated, and hopeful for the future. The Art Effect continues to empower young people to harness their creative voices as they respond to these unprecedented times. We continue to adapt all our classes and workforce programs to reach more young people, providing them with opportunities to develop creative and workforce skills through the arts, and helping youth get on track for college and career.
The Art Effect is proud to be the largest arts education organization in the Hudson Valley. From Kingston to Newburgh, Poughkeepsie to Hudson, we are dedicated to serving young people through the arts. This #GivingTuesday The Art Effect is launching it’s annual campaign by asking alumni, sponsors, community members, and board members to come together to make everything possible for our youth.
All funds raised will go toward supporting arts education programs for youth in the Hudson Valley to explore, experience and excel in the arts. For more information on the Art Effect’s annual appeal, please visit: thearteffect.org/donate-today Did you know? The CARES Act establishes a new, temporary charitable deduction in tax year 2020 for taxpayers who claim the standard deduction. Taxpayers receive an additional above-the-line deduction for up to $300 in charitable donations given in 2020.New Alumni Network to Debut at Art After Dark
The Art Effect is kicking off its new network to foster connections between alumni at this year’s Art After Dark! The Art Effect Alumni Network is made up of former students and program graduates of the Art Effect, including Mill Street Loft Spark Media, and The Children’s Media Project. It is a lifelong connection to a network of creative leaders who champion the Art Effect and one another. This free network shares alumni news; job, internship and mentorship opportunities; and will host special networking events for our highly accomplished alumni. Click here to join the network and get access to the The Art Effect’s Alumni Network portal. We invite all alumni to get involved and help us shape how the network can support alumni through their careers.An Interactive Extravaganza Virtual Gala, Art Show, and Auction This Month
On Thursday, November 19, 2020 at 7:00 pm, The Art Effect will host an innovative online Art After Dark Gala honoring Todd Poteet and Sad’e Sharas. Leading up to the interactive extravaganza, The Alumni Art Show at The Poughkeepsie Trolley Barn as well as the Alumni Art Auction showcase artwork created by alumni of the Art Effect and its pre-merger organizations — Mill Street Loft and Children’s Media Project/Spark Media Project. Proceeds from the event provide significant support for arts education and youth development, and kick off The Art Effect’s exciting new alumni network.
The Art After Dark Virtual Gala features a creative “Choose Your Own Adventure” experience produced by The Art Effect’s apprentice production company Forge Media. With your ticket, immerse yourself into unique, youth produced films that navigate you through stories, conversations with old friends, new faces, and entertaining experiences filled with music, drinks, artwork, and lots of laughs. As your adventure ends, we invite you to join us live for a captivating award presentation and conclusion to our virtual event.
If you so choose to savor the full “gala” experience, Art After Dark pairs perfectly with a cheese and charcuterie box filled with seasonal and local meats, produce, nuts, crackers, and cheese artfully curated by Simply Gourmet, a bottle of Millbrook Vineyard wine, and local chocolate from Oliver Kita. Vegetarian options are available.
Currently on view at the Trolley Barn in downtown Poughkeepsie and online, the Art Effect’s Alumni Exhibition presents a diverse collection of paintings, sculptures, photographs, digital media, and drawings that bring attention to the critical bond alumni serve between the classroom and studios and the creative world. After starting their creative journeys here in Poughkeepsie, these artists have studied in some of the best art schools in the country, and have built meaningful careers in the arts. The show is open from now until November 21, 2020 on Wednesdays-Fridays from 12pm-3pm and Saturdays from 12-4pm. The Poughkeepsie Trolley Barn, 489 Main Street, Poughkeepsie. It is free and open to the public.
Additionally, the Alumni Art Auction offers an array of alumni artwork and services including a sketchbook filled with over 25 years of artwork created by Todd Poteet, ceramics, paintings, prints, and services created by The Art Effect’s diverse and talented alumni. The online auction is open for bidding now until November 21, 2020.
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