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Two STEP-UP Teens Lead Mentoring Peace Through Art in a Mosaic Project

Rheanna and Kong, two STEP-UP teens, work together to plan and create a mosaic at Cafe SouthSide off of Chicago.

Youth Take Pride in Mosaic at Local Coffee Shop

Mentoring Peace Through Art works with STEP-UP youth to revive plans for a mosaic that had been discussed years prior.

Jimmy Longoria Speaks Out to City's Art Regulations

Jimmy Longoria makes his argument against needed committee approval for his designs.

(VIDEO) Hopkins Art Fair Brings Opportunity for Artistic Growth

The annual Hopkins Art Fair draws a crowd for Mentoring Peace Through Art's canvases.

(VIDEO) STEP-UP Kids Come Together to Find Strength in Paint

A patriotic mural continues to spread its influence for good as Step Up youth work to finish their project off of Snelling.

Step Up Youth Learn Ways to Improve Their Skills

Mentoring Peace Through Art teaches Step Up youth how to better themselves in many ways, including cooking.

(VIDEO) Step Up Kids Find Responsibility in a Paint Brush

On June 18, fifteen kids met for their first day of training with Mentoring Peace Through Art at the University of Minnesota Urban Research and Outreach/Engagement Center.

Neighborhood kids write Mayor R.T. Rybak for the chance to paint a wall

Elementary school kids write to the mayor for permission to paint with artist Jimmy Longoria.

Kate Hondlik and Jimmy Longoria share the method behind their painted scarves

Kate Hondlik shares the techniques behind her scarves with artist Jimmy Longoria as the two craft unique designs together.

Jimmy Longoria and friends present artwork at UROC

Artist Jimmy Longoria and friends feature artwork meant to promote peace and change