Our Skill Building (“SB”) Cohorts are designed for students who are serious about developing their craft and eager to grow in community. Each cohort meets one Saturday a month at the Bodecker Foundation (10:00 am–3:00 pm), with additional  virtual check ins or  open studios between sessions. Because we know students’ time and dedication are valuable, participants who fully engage receive a $500 scholarship upon completion.

VISUALS – For students ready to strengthen their fine art practice and build a portfolio.

SOUNDS – For self-starting artists and engineers who want to create professional-quality home recordings.

WORDS – For writers of poetry, short stories, plays, or novels, with an emphasis on sharing work and growing together.

MULTIPLES – A brand new cohort in collaboration with Mullowney Print Studio! For creatives curious about the world of print-making and editions based work. 

Applications for the 2026-2027 ‘SB’ Cohorts open  May 1 and close August 1. 

You will be notified of your application status by August 30, 2026

What to Expect 

• One in-person Saturday session per month (10:00am–3:00pm)  

• One virtual check-in or open studio per month  

• Hands-on instruction from practicing artists and industry professional 

• Time to build portfolio-quality work  
• A cohort of peers from across schools and backgrounds  

In-Person Sessions 

Saturdays | 10:00am – 3:00pm 

• October 17, 2026 (Orientation Day) 

• November 14, 2026  

• December 12, 2026  

• January 16, 2027  

• February 13, 2027  

• March 13, 2027  

• April 17, 2027  

• May 15, 2027 (Showcase Day) 

Virtual Check-Ins / Open Studio 

11:00am – 12:30pm 

• November 4, 2026  

• November 30, 2026  

• January 30, 2027  

• February 27, 2027  

• March 27, 2027  

• April 28, 2027