past programming
a bit of programming history that brought us to today
In Progress deeply values the relationships, programs, and people it has worked with over the past decades. For In Progress, it is the programming of our past that informs our future. Below are just a few examples of past programming. Many have links that can provide you with more information.
AIN DAH YUNG 2022-2023
A collaborative video production brought IP artist Kristine Sorensen to Ain Day Yung in support of a documentary
The Art of Making Music 2024
Music creation workshops were held on the Leech Lake Reservation and Studio 110 in Crookston to introduce communities to the art of songwriting, recording and sound engineering. This series of learning and creating activities were led by IP artist Jeremy Gardner.
The Art of Portraiture 2023
The Art of Portraiture is a 4 part workshop series that digs deep into how to apply photographic technique and artistic approach to creating individual, group and object based photographs. Each session involves presentation, hans on practice and critique. Read below for session specifics:
The art of the mix 2022
The Art of the Mix provides a limited number of sessions on the more subtle elements of recording and mixing music in the professional realm. Sessions are not focused on specific skill building, but instead on deepening the understanding how vocals, beats and other musics build story and song.
Artists In The Schools 1990 -2010
Artists In The Schools was a roster based residency program that offered 1-20 day digital arts learning activities in schools throughout the state of Minnesota. The program was funded by the state of MN and by individual schools through 2010.
Asian Media Access Camp 2008 - 2013
partnered with In Progress to provide digital arts photography instruction to their youth.
Beatmaking 2023
Beat Making is a 3 part series that works with artists that have some familiarity with the art of beat making but want to up their expertise and collaborate with others. Each session will include listening, a short presentation, and opportunities to experiment in the art form.
Bitterroot 2024
Join us for an opportunity to meet and ask questions of some of the artists behind the extraordinary feature film Bitterroot. In Progress will be hosting a panel where filmmakers will discuss their experiences working on a film that features Hmong acting leads, a Minnesota Hmong crew, and a Montana Hmong community. The event is free but please let us know you will be joining us.
The Business of Music 2023
Please join us for a series of FREE artist development workshops. Eat food and learn about music publishing, management, branding and get advice from industry professionals. Guest artists include Medium Zach, Lazerbeak, and Lady Midnight. Each artist will tackle a different aspect of how to navigate working in the professional music industry while maintaining your independence as a working artist.
Center for Book Arts 2016
The Center for Book Arts in partnership with Youthprise invited In Progress artists over to learn the art of book making. Sherita Townsend and Cha Lor were happy to engage and learned a lot in the process.
Cinematic camera techniques
In Progress artist and independent filmmaker Touchaingkong Yang will be leading an in-depth series of teachings on film recording techniques used in the realm of professional independent productions. He will review the sony fx6 and the many cinematic attachments used in narrative film productions and so much more.
COLLECTING SURVIVOR STORIES SCREENING & DISCUSSION SERIES 2023
Collecting Survivor Stories: was a screening and discussion series dedicated to uplifting Hmong voices of victims/survivors’ lived experiences around sexual violence. Activities are dedicated to the ways in which this part of our community has been able to rebuild their lives through resiliency, support, and for some - forgiveness. Each session is led by Transforming Generations staff , who developed this concept in partnership with those whose stories will be shared. READ MORE.
Convergence Film Practicum
In Progress artists Randy Xiong, Tong Lee and Touchaingkong Yang will come together to provide hands on learning for our Convergence Filmmaker Cohort. This team will create production set ups that demonstrate the subtle relationships between sound light and camera in the creation of stories.
Convergence Portrait Session
We are so excited that our Convergence artists - Kazua Melissa Vang, Mickies Kiros and Tiana LaPointe will have professional portraits taken by renowned photographer Caroline Yang. As our filmmaker team continues on their professional journey, part of the process is making sure that their public presence reflects their abilities. This photo session will provide each artist with quality professional images they can use moving forward as they apply to festivals, present within their professional.cultural networks, and present themselves as film producers.
CONVERSATIONS 2023
In Progress produced a series of videos in partnership with the American Lung Association of Minnesota to produce social media statements that advocate for policy change in the state legislature. These videos provide insight into the efforts of medical professionals, providers and clients within the mental health field that have been developing new models for tobacco abatement services in mental health and chemical rehabilitation facilities. READ MORE.
Crafting the story 2023
This limited workshop series is intended to establish a foundation for filmmakers wanting to approach the art form of narrative film. Those joining these sessions should have some experience in producing videos, though formal training is not required. However having an idea that is ready for development is a prerequisite for participation.
Critical Eye 1997 - 2011
The Critical Eye began in 1997 and continued through 2011, It began as a weekend workshop but quickly became part of the core program offerings to youth living in the Twin Cities. The program transitioned to what we now call Studio 213, and offers a wider array of digital arts mentorships to youth.
Cultural Arts Integration Workshop 2013
The Cultural Arts Integration Workshop 2013 invited In Progress artist Kristine Sorensen in to work with educators to teach them the art of digital storytelling using iPads. The workshop served 24 educators from the Saint Louis School district and is already leading to some new partnerships with schools and artists.
Digital Artmaking 2022 - 2023
Digital Art Making Through A Cultural Lens offers a series of activities for schools, libraries and community centers in the city of Saint Paul. Upcoming Events include:
Digital Me 2012 - 2022
In Progress provides a variety of creative arts opportunities for K12 students that vary from short introductory sessions to multi-week partnerships. Residencies are designed with classroom teachers and administrators to meet the learning needs of those involved. Teaching artists provide students a foundational understanding of creative storytelling in the artforms of photography, video and/or music. To find out about costs and the scope of activities we can provide, please click on the button below and send us your questions.
Digital Back Pack Program 2012 - 2013
Digital Back Pack was a program that In Progress offers from time to time professional development and asset building . Cha Lor was the first artist to earn a digital backpack through fundraising in 2010.
Digital Journeys 2010 - 2020
Digital Journeys is a mentorship program for youth that are committed to learning what it takes to be a creative digital art maker. Participants of this program receive individualized support in the areas of photography, video or music. The program is dedicated to building the skills of newly developing artists, providing teaching and mentorship opportunities with professional artists and removing age, economic and cultural barriers to artistic development.
Digital Start Up 2022
The Digital Start Up offers hands on learning opportunities for photographers that want to learn more about business based photography, These first two sessions are the first in a series of activities that are designed to strengthen the technical skills and business acumen of freelance photographers. Sessions include a mix of hands on instruction, group work sessions and opportunities to shadow professionals as they work. Our first sessions are as follows:
Division of Indian Work 2014
The Division of Indian Work partnered with In Progress on many levels to provide young Native American artists the opportunity to tell their own stories (most recently in August). They also worked with In Progress to help us develop a no-smoking policy!
Documentarian 2023
The Documentarian is a film cohort for documentary producers seeking to connect, share ideas, and troubleshoot their processes. Sessions are meant to be informal, build a professional network and bind working artists through a critical thought process.
Dreams of Wild Health 2014
Dreams of Wild Health youth were able to utilize Studio 213 for a video storytelling project led by Missy Whiteman and Deanna Rae Standing Cloud. Youth put together a cooking show, and made videos that revealed the importance of indigenous practices related to the cultivation of food.
Educator Workshops 1994 - 2001
Educator Workshops were the established in the mid 1990s to prepare educators on how to integrate creative technologies into classroom learning. The workshops provided graduate credit, learning intensives, and lesson plan development.
el mundo desde mi corazón 2023
Studio 110 is committed to strengthening its bond with the artists and families who are working to thrive in a predominantly rural, white community. Looking ahead, In Progress aims to expand programing that fosters the artistic growth of its participants, in a manner that resonates with the values and perspectives of those who are underrepresented - youth, Latino families, individuals living in poverty, and other members of the community who are fighting to be acknowledged and appreciated for their true selves.
ETHICS IN RADIO 2014
MPR Ethics in Radio Panel provided an opportunity for In Progress artists to reconnect with Kao Kalia Yang and hear media representatives perspectives on cultural representation and mass media.
Event Photography 2023
Event Photography is a special weekend event dedicated to introducing the art of event photography with a specific lens on how to honor culture and family. The workshops includes presentation, instruction, hands on practice and critique. In Progress will provide documentation tools.
Exchange Tour 2019 - 2021
The EXCHANGE TOUR was dedicated to building appreciation for the arts by sharing digital stories across communities in the state of Minnesota. Between June 2019 and October 2021 artwork was exchanged between five communities and then brought together in collective exhibits and screenings.
Flip side Arts 2010 - 2022
In Progress partnered with the Saint Paul School District to provide after-school programming for middle school students attending 6 schools in the district. The project proved to be a great means for introducing youth to the power of digital storytelling and training new teaching artists.
Fresh Voices 1996 - 2018
It all began in 1996 with a single workshop about race and identity in rural Minnesota. From that first experience came 20+ years of digital arts programming for community artists of all ages. Fresh Voices continues today under the name of Studio 110 as we merged Fresh Voices programming within a new studio established in 2019. You can view the Fresh Voices archives by clicking here.
GP Digital Photography 2005 - 2020
In Progress partnered with Metropolitan State University to provide youth touring the University with digital photography exposure activities. In Progress developed photography curriculum, lessons, and hands on activities for more than 15 years, with the program concluding in 2020 during the pandemic.
HEARTBEAT 2023
Heartbeat is a program designed for youth ages 15-17 years old with a focus on using digital storytelling as a means to talk about healthy relationships, explore identity and share narratives around one’s lived experiences as Hmong and Southeast Asian youth. The digital storytelling program will take place at In Progress March 6 through May 8th. The project is led by artist and Transforming Generations staff Schoua Na Yang and supported by In Progress artists.
Honoring Elders 2023
Honoring elders provides editing support to the Hmong Museum as they work to create digital archives that include elder interviews and instruction in traditional practices.
IMPACT STORIES 2023
American Lung Association of Duluth & Northwest Wisconsin Lung Health Alliance In Progress began working with the American Lung Association in 2017 to provide digital storytelling opportunities for youth. In 2023 In Progress will work with students from McGregor, Duluth, Cloquet and Wisconsin to create social messaging pieces targeting local policy changes regarding vaping in schools.
Independent 2023
The Independent Photographer presents 4 emerging artists over the course of the year in solo exhibits. Each artist have received mentorship and professional development guidance in past years but have yet to present a solo exhibit. Selected artists receive mentorship in curatorial practice and are actively involved in the planning process of their own exhibit. A reception and artist talk for each artist will also take place.
Indian Treaties Project 2010 - 2013
Indian Treaties Project - In Progress artists Kristine Sorensen and David Sam were selected to travel and meet with youth from 4 Minnesota reservations to collect stories for a state-wide exhibit on Indian Treaties. Youth were interviewed from different communities about what life is like for them and their families and how they are connected to treaty lands.
The Internal Poet 2022 - 2023
The Internal Poet is a writing and performance cohort-based program to support people in exploring spoken word and songwriting. This program is a space for individuals to learn writing fundamentals, get artistic feedback, become comfortable with sharing their ideas first in the written word, and build skills to execute their desired performance. No experience is required and all ages are welcome.
La Familia 2000 - 2003
La Familia was an artist development initiative for Latino based artists. The program included mentorship, technical training, network development and dialogues.
La Semana. 2003 - 2007
La Semana was a summer digital artmaking workshop for adopted Latino youth. The program focused on using video as a tool to explore Latino culture.
Label 213 2018 - 2019
LABEL 213 was a professional development program dedicated to advancing the artistic path of contemporary music artists. In Progress staff identified music artists, that already had experience working with In Progress and had completed 3 or more songs. To find out more about this program and the benefitting artists, just CLICK HERE.
Latino Youth Filmmaking Project. 2003 - 2008
The Latino Youth Filmmaking Project represented a unique partnership between Aspen Film and In Progress. Each summer for 6 years, artist Kristine Sorensen traveled with an In progress intern to Carbondale Colorado, where the two partnered with AFF to provide creative arts instruction to 20+ Latino youth seeking to tell their own stories. The project continued until funding sources dissipated in 2008. Though no longer a program, In Progress maintains contact with local community members and youth artists.
Lethal Lure 2017 - 2018
In 2017, In Progress began a series of workshops with the American Lung Association of Duluth. We have now completed 3 successful workshops with youth and adult advocates working to bring an end to BIG tobacco. check out their artwork and testimonials below. If you have questions, or would like an opportunity to share their stories with others please click on the button below and we can begin a conversation.
Let’s make a float 2022
Studio 110 artists have wanted to add a float to the Ox Cart Days for years and years. Well this year we are going to do it but we need help. During the month of July, we will be working on the design and construction of a float for the big Crookston event. We have no idea what we are doing but we figure we will learn together.
lighting technique for filmmakers
CONVERGENCE COHORT TRAINING SERIES
Lighting Techniques for Film
In Progress artist and lighting expert Tong Lee will be leading an in-depth series of teachings on lighting techniques used in the realm of professional independent film productions. He will review different types of lighting tools used both in controlled and non-controlled settings, camera considerations while recording, working with unpredictable lighting environments and so much more.
Mis/Education 2014 - 2015
Mis/Education brought youth and adults together sharing ideas, and reach out through the art of digital storytelling.
McDonough Young Stars 2016 - 2022
The McDonough Homes is a low-income housing complex nestled in the North End neighborhood of Saint Paul. It is hidden from main thruways and yet when you walk into the heart of the community, you see gardens, a school, rec center, and an abundance of homes (580 units). There is a rich diversity of generations, nationalities, and stories of how everyone came to live there. In Progress has been working with the McDonough Homes since 2018.
Native Arts Learning 1990 - 1998
The Native Media Arts Program began as a summer workshop for students of the Bug O Nay Ge Shig School. Over time and with support from the McKnight Foundation, the project developed into a national model for digital storytelling. The program has now merged with the Ogichidaakweg Program and continues as Living Histories.
Native Chat Film Festival 2010 - 2011
The Native Chat Film Festival represented a partnership between In Progress and the Indigenous Peoples Task Force to create opportunities for Native American youth to create and present videos that delved into issues that effect Indigenous communities in Minnesota.
North End Arts Initiative 2014 - 2019
The North End Arts Initiative was a neighborhood wide effort to establish studio 213 as a resource for artists and their families living in the north end neighborhood of Saint Paul. It allowed In Progress artists to present a series of arts activities that were accessible and reflective of those living in our North End neighborhood. The initiative spanned 5 years and included numerous workshops for youth and families, community based exhibits, public screenings, dialogues and community celebrations.
Ogichidaakweg 1998 - 2009
Ogichidaakweg (Sisters In Leadership) began as a intensive leadership and digital artmaking initiative for young women living on the Leech Lake Reservation. Over time the program grew to include projects in Nett Lake Village and the inclusion of young men. In 2010 the program transitioned into the program we now call Living Histories.
Ojibwemowining. 2013-2016
In Progress partnered with Fond du lac Tribal and Community College to develop a digital arts studio dedicated to serving American Indian students, and community members in the act of preserving and celebrating Anishinaabe culture. The studio is now up and running and ready to engage the community with a series of digital arts based activities and events. In Progress continues to provide informal consultation and looks forward to future partnerships.
Open Studio / Saint Paul 2012 - 2019
Studio 213 invites you to check in, view the artwork on the walls and join us in learning something new. We have photo and video cameras, a podcasting system, and artists eager to connect with your curiosity. There is no need to call ahead of time, just show up when and how you can during our studio hours listed below.
Open Studio / Crookston 2019 - 2023
Studio 110 invites you to check in, view the artwork on the walls and join us in learning something new. We have photo and video cameras, a podcasting system, and artists eager to connect with your curiosity. There is no need to call ahead of time, just show up when and how you can during our studio hours listed below.
Our Red Lake Spirit 2014 - 2020
Our Red Lake Spirit provided program model development, staff training, and youth workshop and exhibition opportunities through the Red Lake Chemical Health Program in Red Lake Nation. The project was developed as part of a community centered initiative to build positive norms using digital storytelling as a key component of delivery.
Photography Technique 2023
Photographic Technique offers a critical practicum in digital photography basics. This workshop series will introduce and further reinforce key technical skills of digital photography. Skills taught will emphasize commercial/independent approaches that will increase participants’ versatility in the world of the independent photographer. This workshop series is limited to 8 participants that have some photographic experience. Only those willing to attend the full training series will be accepted. Look below for the specifics that will be covered.
PORTRAITS of Recovery 2020 - 2021
Portraits of Recovery was a video documentary project that represented a partnership between Red Lake Chemical Health, In Progress and the Minnesota Department of Human Services. RLCH staff generously shared their stories in support of those seeking insight into the many different paths to sobriety. The documentary depict how staff use culture, traditional practices, and the teachings of others to help them stay sober. Directed by Karen Barrett and produced by Tomas Leal, Kristine Sorensen & Tiana LaPointe. To view the video and find out more about the project just CLICK HERE.
Portraiture and Meaning 2023
Portraiture & Meaning offers insight into the art of portraiture. Artists Kazua Melissa Vang & Tomas Leal will show examples of how they approach photography and highlight the differences between commercial, independent and fine art approaches. This session will set the stage for those wanting to master the art of portraiture. (photo credit - Caroline Yang).
Preserving The Point
Project Preserve 1995 - 2012
Project Preserve represented a partnership with Red Lake High School to provide digital storytelling opportunities to high school students that connected youth to their community, their histories, and traditions. The program is on hiatus as the school recently retired the lead educator in charge of the program.
The Protected Artist 2022
The Protected Artist is a limited workshop series led by IP artist Cassie McDuffie. Sessions focus on the challenges and barriers faced by music artists working in performance venues and working towards establishing a career in the music arts.
Rez Ball Book Launch 2023
Come and celebrate the release of Rez Ball. I’ll be reading and sharing the first chapter for the very first time, followed by a Q& A and book signings. Would love to see all of my Twin Cities friends and family! Byron began creating stories in the late 1990s as part of Project Preserve, a program that helped manifest what In Progress is today. At that time he led a team of fellow students in creating an award winning video about a young basketball player who’s ego gets the better of him, until a spirit comes and sets him on a new path.
Qhia Dab Neeg Film Festival 2010 - 2021
The Qhia Dab Neeg Film Festival was the first Hmong centered film festival ever presented. Conceived and led by IP artist Kao Choua Vue , this festival brought a focus on the storytelling achievements of Hmong filmmakers from throughout the world. The festival was held annually for 8 years, took a pause and then returned with a virtual festival held in partnership with Hmong filmmakers from Sacramento.
Rainwatcher 2022
The Rain Watcher Project, is a family centered campaign dedicated to informing the public on our human relationship with water, and is centered in the story of Ghia Nah Vue, who drowned at the age of six years old. Ghia Nah translated in the Hmong language means watching the rain. Ghia Nah embraced the idea that we all come from water, we all live in water and we all go with water– that water contains our histories, our relationships, our emotions and it grounds us.
Read Brave 2024
Read Brave is an annual, citywide reading program that uses the power of books to bring people together—across similarity and difference—to read and talk bravely with one another and to think of big ideas that move Saint Paul forward. We live in a world facing many challenges, especially affecting those who are most vulnerable in our communities. It's a time for us to reconnect with our humanity and recognize how we depend on each other. It is also a time to celebrate and own who we are and the complexities of how we relate to each other. This connection generates a sense of pride in who we are and supports us as we dig into the complexities of who we are, how we relate each other, and what it means to create a city where all identities belong. Understanding that our happiness is untouchable and plentiful becomes a powerful way to resist. Every action in this exhibit is a tribute to our existence.
Resiliency Stories 2016 - 2024
In Progress has been an active programming partner with the American Indian Community Housing Organization (AICHO) since 2010, curating a photography exhibit of images and writing produced by In Progress’s tribal based partners. In 2016 & 2018 In Progress worked with AICHO youth to produce artwork for the organization’s calendar - reaching thousands of families throughout the state. Samples of the artwork created are viewable in the galleries below.
Respecting Voice - 2023
A partnership with Don’t Call Me Josephine Un-silenced and the Leech Lake Band of OJibwe to provide consultation and space for the development of a model that uses digital storytelling as a form of data collection and evaluation . IP artists Rena Bouchard, Regina Zapata and Kristine Sorensen are all engaged in supporting this unique initiative as part of their work with Studio 110.
REZ BALL BOOK LAUNCH - 2023
Come and celebrate the release of Rez Ball. I’ll be reading and sharing the first chapter for the very first time, followed by a Q& A and book signings. Would love to see all of my Twin Cities friends and family! Byron began creating stories in the late 1990s as part of Project Preserve, a program that helped manifest what In Progress is today. At that time he led a team of fellow students in creating an award winning video about a young basketball player who’s ego gets the better of him, until a spirit comes and sets him on a new path.
Rural Landscapes 1995 -2010
Rural Landscapes represented a series of digital arts partnerships with rural Minnesota schools. In Progress artists would plan and implement a series of activities that included curriculum development, learning activities and teacher training. In Progress is still very open to working with greater Minnesota communities - especially those that lack adequate storytelling resources.
Saib Kuv 2007 - 2010
Saib Kuv was established to provide a place for young Hmong artists to explore their connection to Hmong traditions, histories and ceremonies. The program included intergenerational dialogues, creative artmaking workshops and exhibits - culminating with a large scale exhibit and celebration at the McKnight Foundation in 2010. The program later transitioned to Qhia Dab Neeg.
Saint Paul Art Crawl 1999 - 2011
The Saint Paul Art Crawl allowed In Progress artists to learn the art of curating while introducing themselves as artists to the broader Saint Paul community. Twice a year, youth artists would come together to develop exhibit ideas, curate and present the artwork of In Progress. This process has now transitioned into our work with Studio 213.
Smoke Free Generation 2019
In an effort to foster community dialogue and pave the way for new voices in the tobacco control movement, The American Lung Association and In Progress offered a digital story telling workshop in Duluth, MN. The training engaged leaders of all ages and backgrounds to develop their skills as digital storytellers and artists through the use of photography and video. The media created by members of the collaboration are powerful, informative, and dynamic. Together, the collective works capture a unique Duluth-based story that helps to inspire the viewer to add their voice and to take action.
Sony Fx6 Training - 2024
IP artist Kristine Sorensen will take a small group of artists through training on her SONHFX 6 Cinema camera. It is a complex camera that provides infinite possibilities in terms of quality image making, but the camera is not for the faint at heart. Sorensen will 3-4 artists through the technical ins and outs of camera operation as she herself is learning. Those that attend sessions regularly will gain access privileges to the camera for special projects.
SOUL CALL 2023
Cydi Yang of Cydi Like The City will be rehearsing with a collaborative team of artists to present Soul Call a new play commissioned by the Cedar Lake Theater. “Soul Call is a modern interpretation of the traditional Hmong hu plig ceremony. In this ceremony, a soul is called back to the body after experiences of darkness create a disconnect. Cydi spoke with Twin Cities music writer Youa Vang about pushing their artistic boundaries, exploring their expression as a Hmong person, and what the art of spoken word means to them.
Sound Stories 2022 2023
Podcasting is an up and coming trend in sharing stories, dialoguing about issues of the day, and sharing extraordinary teaching with others. In Progress has embraced this trend and has begun its own podcasting channel. We are currently looking for artists interested in contributing weekly, bi weekly, or monthly shows. This initiative is not for everyone. It does require a commitment to learn, build with others and produce using our podcast facility at Studio 213.
Space Jam 2022 - 2023
SPACE JAM is a music session through collaboration with artists of all musical disciplines. Centering songwriters, beat-makers, rappers, singers and instrumentalists. Building together a community that cultivates visibility and story-telling through music arts. Elevate your skills and create with others
Survivor Stories 2022
Collecting Survivor Stories is a screening and discussion series that uplifts Hmong voices of victims/survivors’ lived experiences around sexual violence. Activities are dedicated to the ways in which this part of our community has been able to rebuild their lives through resiliency, support, and for some - forgiveness. Each session is led by Transforming Generations staff, who have developed this concept in partnership with those whose stories will be shared.
Street Stops and Mountain Tops 2013 - 2018
Street Stops and Mountain Tops led by Tou Saiko Lee held a dance off at Studio 213 as an effort to raise awareness and funds for a cultural music exchange between the U.S. and Thai artists. We continue to support this initiative as a fiscal sponsor to Tou Saiko Lee.
Stories of Strength & Resiliency 2010-2012
Stories of Strength & Resiliency was commissioned by the Bureau of Indian Education in their efforts to strengthen the public voice of tribal school students in the nation. In Progress artists visited with 20 schools in the nation and worked with over 200 students to produce a series of videos about what makes young people strong and resilient. The project lasted for only one year, but the hope is that In Progress will be able to establish future partnerships.
Through The Eagles Eye 1991 - 2012
Through The Eagles Eye began as a summer video storytelling workshop and expanded over-time into a federally recognized best practices model for digital arts learning. The partnership between In Progress and the Four Directions Charter School brought digital storytelling front and center in the learning process with students and became a core part of a graduation path for at-risk urban Indian youth.
Trans Day of Visibility PORTRAITURE EVENT 2023
Transforming Generations and In Progress are partnering up to offer free professional photoshoots in honor of Trans Day of Visibility with a special emphaisis on Hmong/Southeast Asian identifying trans individuals, families and loved ones. READ MORE.
Travel 1999 - 2011
Travel has always been a part of how In Progress artists develop and grow. Whether to conferences, film festivals or national gatherings, young artists benefit from meeting others in new professional arenas. We have taken a break from national travel as we work to establish our studio in Saint Paul but hope to resume travel in 2014.
VIRTUAL Programming 2020 - 2022
Online tutorials, virtual mentorship and so much was created to help artists stay connected during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Voices of the North End 2016 - 2020
Voices of the North End was a digital storytelling initiative dedicated to raising the public visibility of the residents and local businesses that call this Saint Paul neighborhood home. The project placed 8 local photographers and videographers in the heart of the neighborhood . The project culminated in a community showcase, a series of community exhibits, and a catalog that is available for free download.
Writer’s Circle 2022-2023
The Writers’ Circle provides space for individuals of all writing styles. This activity series supports the creation of a community of writers dedicated to improving one's own craft by listening, giving, and receiving constructive feedback. This activity does not require participation for each session and is open to all ages
Youth Express 2006 - 2009
Youth Express is a neighborhood development program for youth. between 2006 and 2009 they would bring youth over to In Progress to learn how to take photographs and make videos. It was a great way to introduce youth to In Progress and give them some strong exposure to digital storytelling.