First-Ever Teen Residents at Oolite Arts
Oolite Arts is proud to welcome five rising young artists into its community as the inaugural cohort of Teen Residents, beginning in January 2026. Through an ongoing partnership with The Little Haiti Cultural Complex, participating students gain access to professional arts spaces and expanded opportunities to engage with contemporary artistic practice.
Under the mentorship of Gonzalo Hernandez, the Teen Residents will develop their studio practice, gain hands-on experience, and build the creative foundation that will shape their future artistic careers. The cohort includes students from Miami Arts Charter School, Miami Senior High School, Design and Architecture Senior High, and Ransom Everglades School.
Designed to bridge the gap between youth and working artists, the Teen Residency supports the next generation of Miami artists through mentorship, access to resources, and sustained creative engagement.
(L-to-R) Ana Blanco, Noa Garcia, Melina Walsh, TJ Wright, and Emely Yanji.
The Teen Residency is a 22-week program that includes a 16-week studio residency from Jan. 13 to May 14, 2026, followed by a six-week paid internship. Participants receive hands-on studio experience, mentorship, and professional guidance not typically available in high school settings.
The program culminates in a public exhibition that coincides with a main gallery opening at Oolite Arts, allowing residents to experience the full exhibition process before, during, and after opening night.
Teen Residency Exhibition
On view July 8 – Oct. 4, 2026
For additional information, please contact Catalina Aguayo.
[email protected]
Teen Residency
Skill-building in technical, critical, and professional practices to prepare for higher education and future artist careers.
Applications for the Teen Residency open in May 2026.
Contact
Catalina Aguayo
[email protected]
In partnership with the The Little Haiti Cultural Complex and the City of Miami Parks & Recreation.
