JR started exploring his artistic side when he was a teenager. And he has been at it ever since. Recently he spoke with Do Something about the importance of art in a young person’s life in general and arts education specifically.

Do Something is currently running a campaign, Make Art, Save Art, aimed at mobilizing young artists across the US to advocate for the arts by submitting artwork and testimonials on the importance of arts education. The top 10 artists with the most shares through social media networks are entered into a finalist pool, and one artist will be selected by a panel of expert judges. The winner will receive a $5,000 grant for their school art program and a $1,000 college scholarship.

Submit your own work to Make Art, Save Art >>>

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