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.

Spectrum of Inspiration by Julia Hall and participants at the Clark County Wellness Fair

     

One of the most powerful ways to create art is to incorporate personal experiences and to inspire the community on a deeper level and share their positive affirmations.

I am a mixed media artist, and I wanted this project to reflect who I am. Despite our individual differences, as humans we share a common experience of life, facing similar challenges, emotions, and desires, essentially navigating the same path through existence, even if our specific routes and circumstances. This piece was constructed with different personal affirmations that the community helped create. I carefully chose colors to evoke a variety of emotions. Finally, adding greenery reminds me of how beautiful nature is and how it effects of our mental well-beings.

On display at Clark County Government Center through January 12, 2025
500 S. Grand Central Pkwy, Las Vegas, NV 89155

Desert Bloom by Gina Sage and Youth from Clark County Museum and Pearson Recreation Center

     

Desert Bloom: The Rise of Las Vegas is a sculptural representation of the natural Nevada terrain and the explosive growth of Las Vegas within it. The work uses cardboard, paint and mixed media elements to create an intricate visual interplay between the barren desert and the vibrant, neon infused cityscape that has risen from it. The glowing bulbs evoke both the Vegas strip, and allure of the desert environment, capturing the complex relationship between nature’s resilience and human development.

 On display at Clark County Museum
1830 S. Boulder Highway, Henderson, NV 89002

Watercolor Dreams by Rebecca Goodman and Youth from Melvin Ennis Recreation Center

     

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 Melvin Ennis
1830 S. Boulder Highway, Henderson, NV 89002

Picture the Win by Erika Muecke and Youth from Parkdale

     

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 Parkdale Recreation Center
3200 Ferndale St., Las Vegas, NV 89121