ArtPrenticeship x Cameron Park Zoo

In partnership with Cameron Park Zoo, apprentices created a vibrant, nature inspired mural and studio works that celebrate biodiversity and our connection to the natural world.

Site Partner

Cameron Park Zoo

Year

2024

Program Director

Stefanie Wheat-Johnson

Location

1701 N 4th St, Waco, TX 76707

Lead Designer

Will Suarez

ArtPrentices

Kamryn Bouye, Aiyana Castillo, Clarissa Cordova, Jennifer Cruz, Montanah DeLeon, Natalie Garcia, Jacie Gonzalez, Lydia Gilmore, Aubrey Guy, Savanna Hernandez, Alexis Jones, Ivy Moore, Mae Pellicer, Amari Richardson, Darrion Silmon, Lucy Ward, River Ward, Ma'Kennah Wills

Mentors

Dominic Villa, Kennedy Sam, Christal Peterson, Kristen Thompson, & Stephen Uhey

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