2025 Young Artists Expo
Post Event Highlights
This annual Young Artists Expo celebrates young artists by giving them a chance to exhibit their art in a public forum. This year, young artists from ages 8 to 18 showed off their favorite art piece in a special exhibition at the Riverside Art Museum.
Say Cheese!
Creative youth connecting, sharing, and creating.
May 17th, 2025 at the RAM
Congratulations to the 2025 winners!
Alahkye
De Jesus
Nathan
De La Torre
Gabby Diep
We Are Family
Families came out to support these young artists and join in on the fun!
May 17th, 2025 at the RAM
A BIG thank you
to the Give4Kidz team!
Congratulations to the dedicated and amazing team that made this event possible <3
May 17th, 2025 at the RAM
2025
Spotlight Kid
Gabby Diep
“I am an artist that likes to share my art with others. I found that through the art I created, I learned to look at things from a different angle. I enjoy art because it is relaxing and is something fun to do as a hobby.”
2025
Spotlight Artist
Carmen Polan
"Growing up, I never considered myself artistic and lacked confidence, especially surrounded by a talented family. It wasn’t until my late teens, during challenging moments, that I found comfort in art. A college art class unexpectedly launched my journey when a professor submitted one of my doodles to the gallery—it won and sold. Though I supported myself painting murals, the work felt empty until I chose to create for joy rather than profit. Over time, I developed my style, often shaped by personal pain, which resonated deeply with others. I discovered healing, self-acceptance, and a renewed passion through this process. My recent work features quirky, misunderstood monsters—symbols of the desire for love despite appearances. Today, I create art to express, connect, and soothe, and I hope others can find similar peace through creative expression."