Lynn Forbes School of Sculpture recognizes the benefits of practicing sculpture both in an emotional-creative sense, and even a physical sense.  It is actively involved in working with foundations, charities and groups to offer special programs to meet individual needs.

Clair Burgener Academy for Disadvantaged Youth

Creating Hope with Sculpture

...A Program for

People with Disabilities

1. Cardio Vascular (Stress)

2. Parkinson's

3. Some Mental Disabilities

"I highly recommend it...You create sculpture with classical music... When I'm sculpting my Parinson's seems to disappear." 

Thelma Balbes, 1 year student

About the Program

"Creating Hope with Sculpture" is a program designed to provide an enriching artistic experience to people with various disabilities.  The program is subsidized by the Lynn Forbes School of Scupture and is done in conjunction with the non-profit organizations: Partnerships With Industries, the Parkinson's Disease Association of San Diego, New Village Art's Theater and the Museum of Making Music.

Participants enrolled in the program will complete a 12 week instructional course in which a gallery-ready sculpture will be produce.  It will then be placed on display in the New Village Arts Gallery (and is eligible for a silent auction),  Later it would be moved to the Museum of Making Music for an afternoon celebration and recognition ceremony.

Sponsorship/Fees

Some donations have already been made to support a limited number of participants.  But more funds are needed--we are far short of supporting the number of people interested.

$300 Sponsors a Person

It supplies:

- 10 weeks of sculpture classes

- 2 weeks of special finishing class

- Bisque firing fees

- Clay, materials, tools

- Model fees

- Artwork would be displayed twice

- Bio with photo and sponsor would be displayed at both events

Sponsorships can be made directly through Partnerships with Industries (Mark Berger, 619-681-1999 x1103).  For Parkinson's Support Group questions call Thelma Balbes: 

760-918-9887.

Meet Our Sponsors

- The Leichtag Family Foundation

- Thelma Balbes

- Gina McBride

Direct Fee Option

If you qualify (i.e. have one of the disabilities, and have not had professional teaching yet), and would like to take advantage of the discounted rate, you may simply pay on line and call the Sculpture School for times

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