Shout Outs Artistic Noise could not reach as many young people as we do without the help of many individuals. We would like to express our deep gratitude to everyone, who has contributed to our efforts over the years. Thank you to all of the staff members at the sites that we serve, and our partnerships, both past and present.Very special thanks to: Everyone at the NYC Department of Probation, especially Ana Bermudez and Audrey Wilson. Our partners on Riker’s Island, especially Rachel Hutt, Linda Eaddy and Angela Tolosa. Everyone at Friends of Island Academy, especially Messiah Ramkissoon and Felicia Mosley. Our partners at Crossroads and Horizons Juvenile Detention Centers. Everyone at ARTS East New York, especially Catherine Greene. Everyone at the Museum of Modern Art, especially Calder Zwicky and Shellyne Rodriguez. Everyone at the Pinkerton Foundation, especially Julie Peterson. Gamal Willis at CASES. Isaac Scott of Confined Arts. Terrance Coffie of Educate Don’t Incarcerate. Jessica Bynoe, Liz DelliCarpini and Harriet Goodman. Thank you to Artistic Noise’s Board of Directors: Kate Jellinghaus, President of the Board Tess Korobkin,Vice President of the Board Irene Sherman, Treasurer Ann Tobey, Clerk Yasmine Awais, Board Member Joel Diaz, Board Member Kimberley Gordon, Board Member Amanda Holm, Board Member Francine Sherman, Board Member/ Co-Founder Maurice T.Vann, Board Member Alex Venino, Board Member A very special thanks to Tammy Brown, Ben Hatcher and New York University for hosting the Dedicated Masterminds exhibition at the Commons Gallery and to all of the wonderful art collectors, who have purchased Artistic Noise artwork over the years. We would also like to thank all of the talented volunteers and interns who have helped us this year, especially Kelsey Chaplain, Jordan Crawford, Kate Pane and Robert Pleasant. Last but not least, a huge thank you to all of the young artists, who have participated in our programs over the years- it is because of you that Artistic Noise continues to grow! This exhibit and catalog are for each and every one of you. This year’s exhibit is dedicated to Francine Sherman who co-founded Artistic Noise 16 years ago. Fran is an inspiration to us all. None of this would be possible without her vision, strength and unwavering belief in the power of art and the voices of young people. 2
Our Supporters The Board of Directors, staff, and youth artists gratefully acknowledge the generous support of the individuals, foundations, organizations and government agencies, which have made contributions to Artistic Noise.
Artistic Noise Institutional Supporters 2017: Art4Moore CASES Friends of Island Academy Hunter East Harlem Gallery The Janey Fund Massachusetts Cultural Council New York City Department of Corrections New York City Department of Probation New York City Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP) Office of Children and Family Services Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention (OJJDP) Pinkerton Foundation Rhea Blackwood Foundation Research Foundation Variety, The Children’s Charity of NY Google