The Foundry is pleased to announce our 2nd Annual Juried Student Art Exhibition open to middle and high schools students engaged in The Foundry’s Programs. ”The Power of Water” reflects our belief that the arts are an essential component of positive youth development and serves to introduce students to life-changing opportunities at The Foundry.

Artwork and the corresponding narratives created by middle and high school Greater Cleveland artists will be judged in these two separate age categories by Cleveland Institute of Art students and displayed at The Foundry located at 1831 Columbus Road, Cleveland OH 44113 from May 16 – June 31, 2024. The opening exhibition and awards ceremony on Thurs. May 16, 2024, at 5:30 pm is free and open to the public. Registration is suggested and will be available online April 23, 2024.

Cash Prizes will be awarded  for Best in Show Overall: $150 and in each of the middle and high school age categories:

1st place: $100

2nd place: $75

3rd place: $50

Honorable Mentions: Ribbons

People’s Choice: Prize TBD (voting on event day)

We extend a special thanks to Jeffery Allen, Cleveland Metropolitan School District Director for his school outreach and commitment to the project.