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Our teaching artists are a reflection of the diverse make up of the Chattanooga community reflecting the rich cultural mix of the youth and families we serve.
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Coming from various artistic disciplines, they bring a rich blend of creativity, heritage, and experience, making our free arts programs for underserved youth even more impactful. Their presence not only fosters authentic community connections but also ensures that our arts education workshops reflect the vibrant cultural diversity of Chattanooga.
(From the top row - left to right.) 

Charlie Newton, Co-Founder, Painter, Exec. DIr.,  Artist mentor, (2012-present)

Iantha Newton, Co-Founder, Painter, Artist mentor, (2012-2019) Exec. Admin.,  (2012-present)

Olga De Klein, Fiber Artist, Painter. Volunteer (2020-2021), Artist mentor, (2021-present)

Jerry Allen, Painter, Portraitist, Artist mentor, (2021-present)

Heber Gutierrez, Mixed Media, UTC Intern (2022-23), Artist mentor (2023-2026)

Justice Nash, Painter,. UTC Intern (2023-2025)

Karla Bivens, Painter, (2024-2025)

Tamia Spinks, Painter, UTC Intern (2022-2024) Festival artist 2025 & 2026

Chase, SPLASH Student (2023-2025) Apprentice (2024-2025)

Isabella, SPLASH Student 2019-2023 (Apprentice (2022-2023), Intern (2026)

Terrence, SPLASH Student (2016-2022) Apprentice (2022)

Jerke, SPLASH Student (2017-2019) Apprentice (2019)

Elena Pappas Painter, UTC Intern (2026-present)

Deborah Boucher, Volunteer Artist (2023-present)

Isla Raymond Painter, UTC Intern (2026-present)