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attRAct
Are you aged 15 – 19? Do you want to take part in online creative workshops and group discussions led by art professionals? Then attRAct is the programme for you!
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attRAct is a series of free online workshops for people aged 15-19. If you’re interested in learning more about art, architecture, and other creative industries alongside like-minded young people, then you’re in the right place.
The monthly workshops are led by professional artists, architects, and other creatives. In practical sessions, group discussions, tutorials, career advice, and portfolio reviews, you’ll be supported to develop your creative thinking, artistic practice and learn about what it means to pursue further education and a career in the cultural sector.
The whole series lasts a year. You can come to as many events as you like. The more sessions you join, the more likely you are to benefit from the programme! See examples of work by previous attRAct cohorts on our Instagram @attract_ra.
If you have any questions about the programme, please email us.
Applications for the 2025 programme will open in September 2024.
These workshops have helped me learn and grow into a more thoughtful and open-minded artist. I have been able to be more sceptical of my work as there is always room for improvement, as well as acknowledge the ideas and thoughts behind the work of others. I have enjoyed this year long journey and I am very grateful for this opportunity.
attRAct participant, 2022
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In addition to the monthly online workshops, there are other opportunities for attRAct students to get involved at the Royal Academy. In 2023, we hosted two students for a work experience placement in the Architecture Department and we welcomed twenty-two students to an intensive week long drawing summer school. Sign up to our Young People's programme newsletter to discover ways to get involved.
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Young Artists' Summer Show
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Find out more and get involved.