After-School Academy
Our free art classes for ages 8 to 22 are open for registration year-round and are available as in-person classes in Washington, DC or as virtual courses online.
Innovative Hip-hop C
urriculum
Join our creative arts classes to propel your career as a DJ, fashion designer, music producer, radio broadcaster, artist, or poet.
Ricky Taylor
Graffiti Art Instructor
Taylor is a street artist and illustrator from P.G. County Maryland. His artistic journey began with his interest in cartoons and comic books. He would eventually get into street art while studying animation at The Art Institute of Washington.
Andy Perez
Chess Instructor
Perez is a recent graduate of California State Polytechnic University, Pomona with a BA in History. He is currently enrolled in the teaching credential program at his Alma mater to become a certified social science teacher.
Faith and Truth in Art with Poet David Jones
Alternative Break is back to provide youth with a virtual field trip to learn about creative career paths in major cities across the U.S. We went to Philly to talk with David Jones, a former Philly Youth Poet Laureate who is expanding his expression as well as moving into the world of finance.
How Artist Mas Paz is Saving Nature Through His Artwork
Federico has traveled all over the world to spread this message and help others find their voice. In collaboration with WBL he spreads the message that art in all forms, whether it be music, dance, or graffiti has the power to change lives.
Can’t Stop the Prophet - Babaluku, LugaFlow, and the Bavubuka Dynasty
Babaluku is a true believer, and his mission has been clear to convert as many others as possible to his gospel. He also is a true ambassador, and before we parted he wanted people to know this about the culture of hip-hop on the continent.