Now that RASMI has full funding ++ some, we are filling spots for the summer! Read on

RASMI (Arabic for "my drawing/official") is a visual arts workshop where participants are guided through a safe, structured, and fun process to create their own self portraits of identity. We will look at a lot of art, including art from the Arab and Muslim worlds- the streets and museums- for inspiration. What do you want to tell the world about who you are? Come learn how to say it through art.

Who: youth between 14-21 of Arab or Muslim descent

Where:  Arab American Association in Bay Ridge, Brooklyn

When: 3 times a week, each week, between July 8 and Aug 3. Mon, Tues, Wed, 1-4pm

Why: Self expression, Fun, Empowerment. 20 community service credits can be earned for committed students. We'll show off your work in a local gallery show the first weekend of August, open to the public.

Contact: Katherine, Egyptian American artist, educator, and founder of RASMI. ktoukhy6@hotmail.com !

And the great news is: RASMI summer 2013 is fully funded! Our community of supporters keeps growing daily and I'm excited to keep everyone in tune with more pictures and fun news, as we get started in July. Don't forget, we'll be exhibiting in August. A big warm THANK YOU to everyone sharing the news and supporting.

Culturally relevant arts programming

I was at the Arab American Association this past week, meeting some of the amazing youth who might be potential artists with RASMI this summer.  When I asked if anyone had art programs at school, some nodded "yes." When I asked if they ever looked at Arab or Muslim art in those art classes, everyone nodded "no." Important to know ourselves, our histories and herstories.