Totally Cool Totally Art

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Totally Cool Totally Art (TCTA) has been cultivating creative teens since 1996. TCTA is unique in that the classes are completely free to Austin's youth teen community. Teens will learn various techniques by working directly alongside professional artists. The program reinforces positive choices by offering art appreciation in a mentoring environment. TCTA is built to help give teens new experiences, build respect and trust, keep them out of trouble during high-risk after school hours and improve their skills in creative expression, communication, teamwork and arts appreciation.

This season we're offering classes in metal-smithing, sculpture, the culinary arts, and traditional/digital painting.

Metal-smithing

Receive hands-on instruction in cutting, shaping, and soldering metal pieces. Create simple jewelry or decorative items that fit your style with the help of tools such as saws, hammers, and pliers.

Sculpture

Work alone or collaborate in creating abstract art, functional pieces and character sculptures. Turn clay, wire, and found objects into 3D masterpieces.

Culinary

An old TCTA favorite returns! Practice using kitchen tools paired with proper technique to serve up dishes that look as good as they taste. Learn how to use seasonal produce, proteins, and spices to level up your cooking.

Traditional and Digital Painting

This year, painting and digital art are coming together. Sketch, shade, and blend on a canvas or on a screen. Create character designs, landscapes, or abstract pieces unique to your personal expression.

Map showing the locations of the following recreation centers: Northwest, Gus Garcia, Virginia L. Brown, Turner Roberts, Montopolis, Pan Am, Mendez, Dittmar and Dove Springs. For help locating which participating recreation centers are nearest to you, please email tcta@austintexas.gov or call (512) 978-2477