named programs · 6 · from sources
What they call their work
Abstract Expressionism: Multi Media & Process
Workshop for middle and high school students using alcohol ink and other media to create abstract expressionist compositions on small tiles.
Beginner Drawing: Visualization & Form
Eight-week drawing course for adults covering fundamentals of drawing with pencil, charcoal, and still-life references, culminating in a gallery exhibition.
Clay Creatures
Youth workshop led by teaching artist Lindsey Francis, teaching hand-building techniques like coiling and slab rolling to create and paint clay sculptures.
Collagraph Printmaking Workshop
Hands-on printmaking class led by artist AJ Springer, teaching participants to create editionable prints using collaged materials on a plate, with no press required.
Exploring Abstraction with Photography
Youth workshop led by artist Alexandra Momin, using cell phones and photo editing to create abstract images through distortion and manipulation techniques.
Symbolic Self-Portraits
Workshop led by Lindsey Francis where students use acrylic paint and personal symbolism to create self-portraits reflecting identity and self-expression.
activities · 5 groups
What they do
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Curated Art Exhibitions and Public Displays 2 activities
- Host public art exhibitions and reception eventsOrganizes and curates annual and special exhibitions such as "Dreams Made Manifest," "Si Dios Quiere," "Form Meets Function," and solo shows for resident artists, including opening and secondary receptions. Maintains a member-supported co-op gallery that hosts rotating exhibitions and presents artists' work to the public on a regular basis.
- Operate a wheelchair-accessible, member-supported gallery spaceProvides free and open access to gallery programming in a wheelchair-accessible facility. Operates a co-op gallery model funded by monthly artist membership fees ($100 standard, $50 for graduate students) that support marketing, exhibitions, website profiles, reception catering, and operations.
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Artist Residencies and Studio Programs 2 activities
- Provide free studio space and residency programs for artistsOffers free, non-living studio space with five-day weekly access to selected resident artists. In return, residents are required to teach four-session public workshops and present a solo exhibition of their work at the end of their residency. The program includes named residencies such as the 2022–2023 Artist in Residence position awarded to Mike McManus.
- Support artist professional development and collaborationCreates and supports professional development opportunities for artists through collaborative engagement in studio and administrative activities. Fosters a community where emerging and mid-career artists share ideas and practices, including through co-op gallery membership and participation in diverse artistic venues.
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Community Art Education Workshops 1 activity
- Offer free art classes and workshops for youth, adults, and seniorsProvides free, ongoing art instruction through programs such as monthly portfolio preparation courses for low-income youth, complimentary senior drawing classes, and learning outcome-based "Studio Sundays" workshops for youth. Offers beginner drawing, life drawing, figurative painting, collagraph printmaking, and mosaic art workshops in English and Spanish, including remote options for seniors.
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Arts and Cultural Workforce Training 1 activity
- Offer internship and hands-on learning opportunities in arts administrationProvides internships involving social media and website management, exhibition support, artist profile development, grant research, artwork intake, and assistance with installation and deinstallation. Interns also assist in teaching pre-college art workshops.
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Documentary Film Production 1 activity
- Produce artist-focused media and public engagement contentProduces a video series featuring conversations between artists, paired with stills of their artwork, to provide insight into artistic relationships and practices. Also creates individual artist profile web pages using submitted bios, statements, and images to promote visibility.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2023
revenue
Total revenue$70K
Contributions & grants$70K100%
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expenses
Total expenses$70K
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balance sheet
Total assets$10K
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Net assets$10K
4 years on record · 2020–2023 · YoY revenue -22.4%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2023
Who runs it
board members · 1
- Roddy Wildeman — Director
relationships · 37
Who they work with
- Alexandra Momin Partner — Featured artist in the Artist Highlight Exhibition
- Amanda Ioco Partner — Featured artist in the Artist Highlight Exhibition
- ArtsWestchester Government — ArtsWestchester is a sponsor of the figurative painting workshop, providing materials and support.
- ArtsWestchester Government — Sponsor of the life drawing workshop program
- ArtsWestchester Partner — Receives funding and administrative support from ArtsWestchester for regrant programs.
- City of Yonkers Government — Receives CDBG funding and support from the City of Yonkers, enabling arts and cultural services for the local community.
- Fashion Institute of Technology Partner — Collaborates with faculty and staff from FIT; multiple board and staff members hold or have held positions at FIT.
- Guillo Pérez family Partner — Collaborated with the family of Guillo Pérez in a group exhibition in Chelsea, New York.
- Henry Burgos Partner — Featured artist in the Artist Highlight Exhibition
- Izzy Acosta Partner — Featured artist in the Artist Highlight Exhibition
- Jennifer Persad Partner — Featured artist in the Artist Highlight Exhibition
- Kaili Woop Partner — Featured artist in the Artist Highlight Exhibition
- Katrina Avino Barracato Partner — Featured artist in the Artist Highlight Exhibition
- Lauren Camara Partner — Featured artist in the Artist Highlight Exhibition
- Marcin Wlodarczyk Partner — Featured artist in the Artist Highlight Exhibition
- Mayor Mike Spano Government — Receives support from Mayor Mike Spano for arts and cultural programming in Yonkers.
- Melissa Starke Partner — Curated the "Form Meets Function" exhibition.
- Melissa Starke Partner — Featured artist in the Artist Highlight Exhibition
- Michelle Renee Bernard Partner — Featured artist in the Artist Highlight Exhibition
- Mike McManus Partner — Featured artist in the Artist Highlight Exhibition
- Nathalie Mercado Partner — Featured artist in the Artist Highlight Exhibition
- New York State Council on the Arts Government — Receives funding through regrant programs administered by ArtsWestchester with support from the New York State Council on the Arts.
- Noelia Abreu Partner — Featured artist in the Artist Highlight Exhibition
- Origin Arts Partner — Collaborates with Origin Arts on the "Dreams Made Manifest" exhibition during Yonkers Arts Weekend 2026.
- Picturehouse Partner — Gallery staff member is a producer at Picturehouse, a NYC-based post-production photo house, and brings professional expertise into gallery programming.
- Raisa Nosova Partner — Featured artist in the Artist Highlight Exhibition
- Roddy Wildeman Partner — Featured artist in the Artist Highlight Exhibition
- Shanequa Benitez Partner — Featured artist in the Artist Highlight Exhibition
- Torche’ Galerie Partner — Sister gallery and project partner located in Belmar, NJ.
- Warburton Galerie Network — Co-presents exhibitions and programs with Urban Studio Unbound, including the Artist in Residence program.
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strategies · 4
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Artist Development Through Alternative Ecosystemsmethodology: community-based artist developmentBy supporting self-created, community-based venues and integrating artist residencies with public education, the organization strengthens artist sustainability outside traditional institutions, because decentralized models increase autonomy and community-rooted impact.
- Artist-Led Collaborative Modelmethodology: artist-led collaborationBy involving artists in both administrative and creative decision-making, the organization fosters professional development and adapts to changing art landscapes, because shared leadership strengthens artistic ownership and innovation.
- Community-Engaged Art and Co-Creationmethodology: community-participatory artBy integrating community members into the artistic process through material donations, participatory creation, and artist-community dialogue, the organization deepens local relevance and ownership of art, because collaborative production fosters connection and shared meaning.
- Equity Through Access and Inclusive Programmingmethodology: equity-through-accessBy removing financial, skill-based, and linguistic barriers—through free programs, beginner-friendly instruction, and bilingual workshops—the organization increases participation among underserved communities, because accessible design enables broader and more representative engagement in the arts.