Hip-Hop Art Camp 2025
Pittsburgh, PA 15222 United States
Step into the rhythm of creativity with Hip-Hop Art Camp, a vibrant two-part workshop where young artists explore the visual heartbeat of hip-hop culture. Guided by renowned artist Juliandra Jones, this experience takes participants from the world of graffiti to the creation of large-scale murals that tell powerful community stories.
Each session invites students to study the legacy of women in hip-hop, uncover the history behind graffiti writing, and design their own tags that reflect individuality and voice. Through paint, movement, and storytelling, participants will see how art can be both personal and transformative.
“This program is a chance for young people to experience the power of hip hop art as both a personal expression and a community-building tool,” says Cathryn Calhoun, Director of Education and Community Engagement. “We are thrilled to welcome Juliandra Jones, whose artistry and teaching reflect the collaborative and transformative spirit of hip-hop.”
Every participant receives a swag bag, light refreshments, and the opportunity to connect with peers who share their passion for creativity and culture.
Tickets are $25 per session or $45 for both.
About the Instructor: Juliandra Jones
Juliandra Jones is a self-taught mixed media artist, muralist, live painter, and entrepreneur from Las Vegas, NV. Working with vinyl, acrylic, aerosol paint, and natural elements like crystals, her practice explores social justice, self-care, and community. Her work brings people together, uplifts marginalized voices, and celebrates joy.
After earning her Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice and Pre-Law from the University of Nevada, Reno, and graduating from the Own Our Own Business Academy, Jones launched her mural company, PBJ Customs. Her murals are bright, inclusive, and deeply community-driven, often created in collaboration with local artists, youth, and residents.
Her work has appeared in the August Wilson African American Cultural Center’s Being/Seen exhibition, Brew House Association’s Glare and Lay Bare, and the Pittsburgh Cultural Trust’s Showcase Noir and Gallery Crawl. She has also performed live art at events, including Barrel & Flow Fest.
The Hip-Hop Art Camp is part of AWAACC’s growing youth engagement series that also includes Hip-Hop Music Camp and Hip-Hop Dance Camp, programs that inspire the next generation to express themselves, tell their stories, and honor the culture that continues to shape art around the world.