About this project
North St. Louis students in 5th through 8th grade will be working to improve their Hyde Park neighborhood and documenting the progress using photography. Students will learn the basics of digital photography from image capture through editing, printing and publishing.
This effort will be lead by teaching artist Andrew Raimist with the generous support of other photographers, artists and educators. ReBuild Foundation is the major sponsor of this workshop as part of their Urban Expressions outreach mission.
This program takes place in collaboration with artist Theaster Gates' CityStudioSTL's rehabilitation of a vacant Hyde Park home to create a community gathering place.
A full-color book of the students' photographs, drawings and writings will be professionally published. Each student will get their own copy to have in hand when school begins in the fall. This experience will enhance their educational achievement and self-confidence.
As your "Backer Reward", you'll get your own book documenting their artistic growth and the neighborhood's revitalization.
Additional books will be available for purchase to raise funds for future Rebuild Foundation efforts.
The project's culmination will be a full-scale exhibition at the nearby Old North Saint Louis Restoration Group's gallery.
Grassroots support for this program will provide immeasurable benefits to the students, their families and their neighborhood. Your backing demonstrates widespread commitment to the underserved children of North St. Louis.
The children will be energized by your support. Thank you!
FAQ
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The money raised will allow us to purchase digital point-and-shoot cameras, to obtain several computers with high-resolution monitors, to hold the exhibition of the students' work at the end of July and to publish the book of their work.
The cameras and computers will be retained for use on future community arts programming in the St. Louis metro area.
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No, Theaster Gates is investing capital into purchasing vacant properties and his time in working with university students and local volunteers in rehabbing the buildings.
(en)Visioning Hyde Park is a program focused on school age children operating in parallel with Theaster's efforts.
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This project successfully raised its funding goal on July 7, 2011.
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You'll receive special email updates on the project's progress and be listed as a contributor to the exhibit.
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You'll receive one 8"x10" signed print of your choice, special email updates of the project's progress and be listed as a contributor to the exhibit. International donors, add $10.
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You'll receive one 7"x7" softcover book, one 8"x10" signed print of your choice, a black & white print of the ultra-cool exhibit poster, special email updates of the project's progress and be listed as an important contributor to the book and exhibit. As a green alternative, you may select an eBook for your electronic device in lieu of the printed book. International donors, add $15.
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You'll receive one 7"x7" hardcover book (printed on 100# Lustre paper & signed by photographers), two 8"x10" signed prints of your choice, a color print of the ultra-cool exhibit poster (signed by photographers), special email updates of the project's progress and be listed as a significant contributor to the book and exhibit. As a green alternative, you may select an eBook for your electronic device in lieu of the printed book. International donors, add $25.
Pledge $500 or more Pledge $500 or more
You'll receive one 12"x12" hardcover book (printed on 140# ProPhoto Premium Lustre paper signed by photographers), one 7"x7" hardcover book (printed on 100# Lustre paper signed by photographers), five 11"x17" signed prints of your choice, a color print of the ultra-cool exhibit poster (signed by photographers), special email updates of the project's progress and extra-special thanks as a major contributing donor to the book and exhibit. As a green alternative, you may select an eBook for your electronic device in lieu of the printed book. International donors, add $35.
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Andrew Raimist is a practicing architect focused on contemporary design and historic preservation. His accomplishments include award-winning photography, digital media productions and compelling lecture presentations. His audiences range from preparatory schools and universities to professional education. Andrew is a published expert on mid-century modern architecture. He's dedicated to advancing the creative process in every aspect of his career.
