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Visual Art
GSA’s visual art program includes studio classes in three concentrations: (1) drawing and painting, (2) sculpture and ceramics and (3) traditional printmaking. Students will attend classes in all three areas throughout the program. Instructors and students discuss and critique their works-in-progress individually and in groups. Special workshops and demonstrations are conducted by distinguished visiting artists, and students view and learn about the work of these artists, as well as that of their own GSA visual art faculty. In addition to field trips to museums and galleries, discussion groups and presentations delve into art professions and careers, and students are coached in the preparation of portfolios for college applications.
GSA 2025
Important Dates & Webinars
Important Dates & Webinars
DATES ARE SUBJECT TO SHIFT/CHANGE.
Please carefully review the information below. If you have questions, please contact the GSA Administration Team at gsainfo@kentuckyperformingarts.org.
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SEPTEMBER 26TH TO DECEMBER 9TH, 2024 - "GSA 101" Webinars
So, what exactly is GSA?
In these webinars, our admin team will introduce you to the ins and outs of GSA. This year, you have 4 chances to attend, so please choose from one of the dates listed below and register today! Q&A included; each session will be recorded and made available here afterward. Free to attend, however registration is required.
Thursday, September 26th - 5:00pm ET/ 4:00pm CT - Click here to register!
Tuesday, October 15th - 5:00pm ET/ 4:00pm CT - Click here to register!
Wednesday, November 6th - 5:00pm ET/ 4:00pm CT - Click here to register!
Monday, December 9th - 5:00pm ET/ 4:00pm CT - Click here to register!
OCTOBER 4TH, 2024 - Application Portal Opens & Applicant Guides Released
Applicant Guides - These important documents describe the application/audition process and criteria for GSA 2025, enabling applicants to start honing their materials. Click here to view last year's Applicant Guides.
Application Portal - Students will be able to start uploading their applications materials. Read the applicant guides (referenced above) for more information; the entire application is virtual. All completed applications will be considered. Applications are due Sunday, January 12th, 2025 at 11:59pm ET/ 10:59pm CT.
Application Walkthrough Video - Not sure how to navigate through Acceptd (GSA's Application Portal)? This video will take you step-by step in this process, from your initial Acceptd profile creation to hitting that green "Submit" button at the very end.
EXACT DATES AND TIMES TBA – "Meet Your Adjudicators" Webinars
Conversations with adjudicators in each artform about what they’re looking for in GSA applicants. Q&A included; each session will be recorded and made available here afterward. Free to attend, however registration is required.
JANUARY 12TH, 2025 - GSA 2025 Application due by 11:59pm ET/ 10:59pm CT
Applicants are encouraged to upload their applications before this date; GSA offices will not be staffed over the weekend and we will not be accessible to answer questions after Friday, January 10th.
FEBRUARY 14TH, 2025 - GSA 2025 Finalists Announced
All applicants will be notified of whether they have advanced to the final round of adjudication.
MARCH 21ST & MARCH 22ND, 2025 - Final Round Auditions & Reviews
All Finalists will attend an audition/review. Some artforms will hold their auditions & reviews in-person at the University of Kentucky, while others will be held virtually. Friday and Saturday auditions/reviews run from 9:00am to 6:00pm ET.
APRIL 11TH, 2025 - Announcement of GSA 2025 Accepted Students & Alternates
All Finalists will be notified of whether they have been accepted into the summer program. A list of alternates will also be announced.
JUNE & JULY 2025 - GSA 2025 Summer Program
GSA 2025 will be held at the University of Kentucky (Lexington, KY). All students will attend one of two sessions listed below. Students are assigned which session they attend and will learn which session they’ve been accepted to along with the class announcement. Though most artforms will take place in both sessions, Design will only be held in Session One, while Dance will only be held in Session Two.
Session One - June 8th to June 28th, 2025
Session Two -July 6th to July 26th, 2025
GSA 2025
Request An Info Session
Request An Info Session
Requests for GSA info sessions are considered on a rolling basis. Generally, info sessions are scheduled in the window of late September to mid-December.
If there are multiple arts teachers or classes at your school/organization, please coordinate with those areas to ensure this presentation reaches as many students as possible. This includes any teachers/students who work with visual arts, film, photography, creative writing, drama, choir/vocal music, instrumental music (band, orchestra, etc.), and dance.
If you'd like to request a GSA Info Session, please fill out the form HERE.
Due to limited administrative capacity, GSA may need to prioritize virtual info session requests and we may not be able to accommodate your request. That said, we hope you will connect with the virtual info sessions listed above and you are encouraged to contact us with questions/ideas/concerns at gsainfo@kentuckyperformingarts.org. GSA will confirm whether your request can be accommodated, either way.
If you are completing this form, you are an advocate for young artists – and we are deeply grateful to you. Thank you for all you do – GSA does not take you for granted!
STILL HAVE QUESTIONS?
The GSA Administration Team is available to talk Monday to Friday from 9am to 5pm ET. You can contact us via email at gsainfo@kentuckyperformingarts.org or phone at (502) 566-5192. If we are unable to answer your phone call, please leave us a detailed voicemail with your name, phone number, and message, and we'll give you a call back as soon as possible.
Please note that all emails and voicemails may be answered in up to 48 business hours.
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