Reclaim Artist Collective
HOME OF THE AMERICAN GRIOT PROJECT
Additional Programs
Creative Craft Workshops— Whether you are a novice interested in learning a new art form or an experienced artist that wants to hone your craft, Reclaim Artist Collective can meet your needs through poetry, storytelling and process theater workshops lead by highly credentialed professional artists.
Creative Career Workshops -- Through conferences, presentations and speaking engagements we can assist artists on their journey from starving to shining. Presentations like "The Art of the Shameless Plug," "Marketing the Arts," and "How to Publish" can help you capitalize on your gifts and reach your professional goals.
Books As Teachers Program (B.A.T.) – Elementary, middle or high school students learn about the writing and publishing process through this program that brings local authors and their works into classrooms.
Creatives' Retreats – a stress-free, art-centered weekend filled with creative workshops and mindfulness activities that will help awaken your muse, and clear away anything blocking you from your creative goals.
The Her-Story Jazz Ensemble - a group of talented musicians lead by musician/educator Mark Hunsberger, take you on a journey through the music of the Civil Rights era, accompanied by the dynamic performance poetry of Maria James-Thiaw, creator of the American Griot Project.
The RAC Difference
Professors & Artists
Our workshops and programs are taught by highly credentialed professional artists who are masters of their craft with proven success in the literary and dramatic arts. Most of us have worked in higher ed for several years and are trained as teachers as well as practitioners.
Inclusive & Inspiring
It's important to us to create inclusive, collaborative learning environments that celebrate the diversity of thought and experience brought to the table. We professionally assess how well we are helping emerging artists reach their goals on a regular basis, and that allows us to be in a state of continual improvement.
Affordable
RAC can offer you master level courses without student loans, hidden fees or travel expenses. Reclaim programs are in your community or online, with prices that will fit an artists' budget! In fact, you can bring a RAC residency or program to your organization for prices that won't break the bank.