The Pierce County Library System is seeking a local Indigenous or First Nations artist or an artist of color to work with youth ages 12-18 in two mural creation workshop sessions at the Lakewood and South Hill Libraries this summer. We are looking for an artist who demonstrates a passion and excitement for working with youth and who can support young artists in creating murals on the theme of "A Universe of Stories" for display at the Lakewood and South Hill libraries after an unveiling celebration at the end of the summer. The artist will collaborate with librarians to plan and prepare each workshop session and work with youth participants to explore the intersections of identity, culture, storytelling and art, develop mural concepts, and realize a completed mural. Each location will hold a four-day three-hour workshop session. We are looking for an artist who can support one or both sessions. Session 1: Lakewood Pierce County Library Wednesday, June 26 - Saturday, June 29 from noon to 3:00 pm Session 2: South Hill Pierce County Library Tuesday, August 27 - Friday, August 30 from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm Compensation is $1200 per session. Priority Deadline: May 10 E-mail Elise Bodell at ebodell@pcls.us<mailto:ebodell@pcls.us> to inquire. Please send an example of your work, a statement regarding your experience working with youth, and whether you can attend one or both sessions. Thank you! Elise Doney Bodell Teen Services Librarian Lakewood Pierce County Library 253-548-3302 https://www.piercecountylibrary.org/ Now reading... We Set the Dark on Fire by Tehlor Kay Mejia [LEARNING-ENJOYMENT-COMMUNITY]