A person in a hoodie and baseball cap wearing headphones sitting in front of a computer with music production software, in a studio with purple lighting and soundproofing panels.

🎤 A Free Studio Space for Young Artists 🎶

WRITER’S CAMP WEDNESDAY

A person with curly hair wearing headphones stands in front of a microphone in a recording studio with padded white acoustic panels. They are facing a large screen displaying music production software, with a small table holding a remote control and a mouse.
A group of five young people in a recording studio, seen through a glass window, with one making a peace sign and others posing playfully.

What is Writers Camp Wednesday?

Writers Camp Wednesday is a free, open studio space designed to help young artists develop their craft in a creative and supportive environment. Hosted by Hip Hop for Change, this program provides access to:

✅ Professional recording equipment 🎛️
✅ On-site mentorship from hip-hop educators (upon request)🎓
✅ A community of like-minded artists 🎶
✅ Opportunities to showcase & share your work 🚀

Whether you're a rapper, singer, poet, or producer, this is the perfect space to create, collaborate, and grow.

WHO CAN PARTICIPATE?

YOUTH

👥 Open to youth ages 14-24

ALL LEVELS

🎤 All skill levels welcome—whether you're a beginner or an experienced artist

SCHEDULE

📅 Advance registration required—sign up to secure your session

 

When & Where?

📆 Every Wednesday
⏰ 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM

📍 Location:

Hip Hop For Change Studios

515 55th street, Oakland, CA 94609

Session Guidelines

⏳ Each artist gets up to 2 hours per session
🚫 No back-to-back sessions allowed
⏰ Arrive on time to make the most of your session
🎵 Bring any necessary materials (lyrics, beats, USB drives, etc.)

WHAT WE PROVIDE

  • Three people standing in a music or recording studio, with one person holding a cassette tape, a computer monitor, speakers, and audio equipment behind them, with colorful lighting in the room.

    NO BARRIER TO ACCESS

    🎧 Professional recording studio access

  • Group of five young people in a music studio or classroom, sitting on chairs and a sofa, with electronic music equipment and acoustic panels on the wall.

    COMMUNITY BUILDING

    🤝 A collaborative, inspiring space to connect with other artists

  • A young man holding a microphone and sitting on a brick platform at a crowded nightclub with a sign that reads 'BRICKYARD' in the background, surrounded by a group of people dancing and socializing.

    EXPOSURE

    📢 Opportunities to showcase and share your work

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