Individualized Creative Education in Boulder, Colorado

Gap Year Program

Gap Year Program

Welcome to madelife, your premier destination for individualized creative education in Boulder, Colorado. Whether you're an aspiring artist, musician, or entrepreneur, our immersive Gap Year Program is designed to help you achieve personal and creative growth. With a focus on mentorship, collaboration, and community, madelife provides a launchpad for creatives like you.

Gap Year Program: Personalized Experiences for Creative Growth

Our Gap Year Program offers two tiers of engagement tailored to your needs. Choose between 8 hours or 12 hours per week of enriching activities and mentorship. This immersive experience is ideal for individuals aged 18-23 who are seeking to make their creative dreams a reality.

Unlock Your Creative Potential.

 

At madelife, we understand that each creative journey is unique. That's why our Gap Year Program is individually designed to include creative professionals, curated curriculum, and real-world experience that suits your specific interests and goals. Through our program, you'll gain valuable skills, knowledge, and connections to thrive in your chosen creative field.

You are welcome at Madelife for who you are, no matter where you come from, what you look like, or what’s playing in your headphones. 

It’s our mission to inspire and develop the creators of tomorrow.  Madelife continually strives to build a diverse, inclusive group of staff and mentors that reflects the participants and communities where we live, work and create.  

As of 2023, 7% of our students attend Madelife on a full scholarship. 21% of recent Madelife participants are LGBTQ+.

Located in Boulder, Colorado, madelife is a dynamic creative hub, work + gallery space, design and sound studio. We foster a vibrant creative ecosystem through our mentorship-based Creative Accelerator program, art exhibitions showcasing local work, collaborations with creative nonprofits, live events and workshops, video and music production, and community gatherings. Our mutable space allows for spontaneous creativity, where you never know who might walk through the door.

One of the most cherished aspects of madelife is our thriving Creative Community. When you become a part of our program, you gain access to a network of talented individuals who share your passion for creativity. The connections you make here can open doors to new opportunities, collaborations, and lifelong friendships.

Explore the various offerings at madelife to enhance your creative journey:

“No matter your level of experience there is always something new to learn that can push your craft to the next level. This approach meets you where you are at and leaves you with exactly what you came looking for.”

– Megan Reznicek, Creative Director

Follow Us for Inspiration-

Stay connected with madelife and be inspired by our thriving creative community. Follow us on social media to receive updates, see our latest projects, and stay in the loop with upcoming events and opportunities.

Choose madelife for personalized creative education in Boulder, Colorado. Unlock your creative potential and join our vibrant community today!