Artists are chosen to collaborate with two Parks and Recreation facilities in Clark County. They conduct workshops for youth at the facilities, incorporating the art created during the Youth workshops into a temporary installation on-site.  This initiative serves as a scholarship program, providing training for artists in workshop leadership, public art proposal creation, and art installation building.

Watercolor Dreams by Rebecca Goodman and Youth from Helen Meyer and Melvin Ennis

   

Watercolor Dreams is a collaborative installation series where youth were asked "What are dreams? Why do we dream? Where do dreams go when we are awake?" Students were encouraged to talk about their dreams and guided to write and draw out their answers on watercolor paper. Their resulting artwork was transformed into drops and stars alongside internally lit clouds and rain.

On display at Helen Meyer Recreation Center
4525 New Forest Dr., Las Vegas, NV 89147

Pop Melody by Julia Hall and Youth from Moapa Valley


“This piece Pop Melody is inspired by a fusion of abstract cut outs and music combined. By moving away from reality and more into a child-like imagination, music and art had its own art form. Just as Henri Matisse created paper cut-outs, he knew art was limitless and had no boundaries. As Matisse used scissors to draw, I also understood his vision and was inspired to create a musical abstract scene.”

On display at Moapa Valley Recreation Center
325 N Cooper St., Overton, NV 89040 MAP

Picture the Win by Erika Muecke and Youth from Parkdale and Bob Price

     

Statement from the Artist:
In sports, remarkable plays and incredible runs often stem from mastering the fundamentals through countless hours of practice. Similarly, in art, the layers of a painting reflect the dedication and skill built over months or years. "Picture the Win" celebrates victory achieved through repetition and mastery. Using simple shapes, vibrant colors, and playful, hand-crafted stamps, the background comes alive with community spirit.

As an artist, I blend street art with nods to classical and antiquity-inspired forms. In this installation, I draw inspiration from Nike, the Roman goddess of Victory, who crowns champions at the Recreation Center. Special thanks to the amazing kids who helped create unique stamps that are now part of the artwork. Each stamp beautifully captures the essence of the students and the vibrant Parkdale and Bob Price communities.

Share your winning moments with us on Instagram, and thank you for being part of this celebration of creativity and triumph!

On display at Bob Price Recreation Center
Robert E. "Bob" Price Recreation Center
2050 Bonnie Lane Las Vegas, NV 89156