For 90 years, Scholastic Art and Writing Awards have recognized some of America’s greatest figures during their younger years, like Truman Capote, Richard Avedon, and Myla Goldberg, for their artistic and literary talents. Several others more will be lined up to be given accolades by the 9-decade-old award-giving body.
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Encouraging the creative process since 1923, the Scholastic Art and Writing Awards have acknowledged the vision of the American youth and discovered students for their creative talents. In recent years, more and more young artists have submitted samples of their work to become part of this effort. Works in the areas of literature, film, photography, sculpting, and education have become significant in strengthening the organization’s vision.
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In 1994, the nonprofit Alliance for Young Artists and Writers was founded with the mission of discovering teenagers’ talents and maintaining the Scholastic Art and Writing Awards’ legacy of elevating creative talents to the national level.
The Awards’ alumni talents include artist Andy Warhol, photographer Richard Avedon, actors Robert Redford and Alan Arkin, and filmmaker Stan Brakhage. The Awards also helps the youth excel in other areas outside the arts, such as medicine, finance, and science.
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Business magnate Alex von Furstenberg is one of the supporters of the Scholastic Art and Writing Awards and the Alliance for Young Artists and Writers. This Facebook page shares more information about his philanthropic work.
