
YOUTH MEMBERSHIP
Youth Membership Council Application
The Hamilton County Artists’ Association (HCAA) is now accepting applications for the 2025–2026 Youth Membership Council.
This program is open to students who:
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Live in or attend school in Hamilton County, Indiana
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Are currently in grades 7–12
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Can commit to attending monthly meetings held on the 3rd Wednesday of each month, October 2025 through May 2026, from 6:30 to 8:30 PM at the HCAA (195 S 5th St., Noblesville, IN)
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Complete the full application and include 3 samples of their own artwork
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Submit their application by November 15, 2025
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Pay the annual membership fee of $65
The Youth Membership Council offers students the chance to:
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Explore a variety of artistic disciplines
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Exhibit their work in a gallery setting
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Connect with professional artists
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Build leadership and teamwork skills
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Earn volunteer hours at community events such as Fairyville, Art Fair on the Square, HCAA Art Camp, and more
Each monthly meeting will focus on a different topic and may include guest presentations from HCAA Juried Artist members. These sessions offer students insight into each artist’s specialty, creative journey, and sources of inspiration.
The council is member-driven and open to ideas and suggestions from participants.
Enrollment is limited to 20 students.
Any inquiries, please contact Melinda Hamilton, HCAA Board Member, at the following:
Email: hamilt31@att.net or Phone: 330-204-7065.
