A Public Good Art Education Initiative from Trujillo, Peru. Every Day, Forever.

TL;DR

Nounish Art School began with a simple but powerful belief: that great art education shouldn't be gatekept by geography or economics.

Founded in Trujillo, Peru, and launched in August 2024 as a community-funded proposal through Nouns Amigos, the school was born from the lived experience of us as cofounders — artists and educators who had spent years teaching, mentoring, and watching talented people fall through the cracks for lack of opportunity.

Our vision was grounded and specific: take an existing physical space, transform it into a vibrant creative nounish hub open to everyone, and fill it with students who deserved a chance. With 100% scholarships and a community built around making art.

✅ Early Validation

The school has recognition from a local Cultural Association, and with limited resources and a lean operation, Nounish Art School has already proven something important: the model works. and the IRL impact is real.

📈 What We've Proven

Armed with that proof, the school is ready to scale — expanding our scholarship program to reach and develop more talent, building a digital platform to track students’ progress, and creating clear pathways for artists into creative careers, entrepreneurship, and Web3 builders.

P.S: Nounish Art School venue is forever.

2026 Nounish Mission & Boost Plan Resume

1. Scholarship Program

We'll cover a full scholarship program for emerging artists in Trujillo. Artists actively creating, exhibiting, and building their body of work.

• Artists graduate with a portfolio, visibility, and access to opportunities

• Platform: We’ll implement a platform where students access files, track progress, and stay organized, blending IRL and virtual tasks.

• Certifications & Partnerships: Students earn certificates and classes recognized by other art schools in Peru.

• Venue and infraesture are already covered.

2. Artistical Career Pathways: Explore and star artistical projects. We’ll guide students toward IRL art jobs and Web3 opportunities—ensuring practical outcomes.

Always open doors for coworking, workshops, and information about Nouns and artist opportunities.

3. Long term sustainability plan & Scholar Creators: We are building a sustainable model by combining community-driven merchandising with creator-led growth.

**4. A Nouns Auction Activation Segment embedded within each showcase

We are hosting monthly art showcases featuring emerging artists, reaching ~20,000 monthly visitors, including collectors, curators, and cultural stakeholders.

In parallel, we are expanding our network through collaborations with cultural associations and established collectors, strengthening the quality and reach of each showcase.

Building on this, we are introducing: A Nouns Auction Activation Segment embedded within each **monthly showcase** .

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Why Nouns?

We are Disturbio and Ivanna.

We met years ago at university, where we both studied architecture and the arts.

With a background in teaching and a shared passion for art and education, we developed this proposal inspired by Nouns as a powerful intersection of creativity and innovation.

Our goal is to give back to our local community by providing free access to art education, while building a strong cultural contribution that also opens pathways for artists to transition into Web3.

Through this, we aim to create meaningful impact in our city of origin—bridging art, education, and emerging technologies.

What we offer to Nouns beyond the Art School?

Nounish Art School is the first Art School by Nouns and the only IRL based in Perú, a free Nounish space open to everyone.

With this proposal, we aim to build on the progress we’ve already achieved and continue operating as a fully Nounish initiative—expanding its cultural impact, onboarding new artists, and strengthening the presence of Nouns in our local ecosystem and beyond.

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About Nounish Art School

La Escuela de Arte Nounish(Nounish Art School) is a public good that provides access to high-quality art education and the discovery of opportunities within arts, Nouns and Web3, featuring spaces to create, have fun, and Stay Nounish.

📍Location

Nounish Art School is located in the main space of ‘Vanguardia’, a venue registered with the municipality as a ‘Cultural Association’.

Nounish Art School welcomes everyone who wants to create art, cowork, and is open to learning about Nouns. It is located in one of the favorite areas for both locals and tourists.

🧷Experience before Nounish Art School

Core Team

We are a team that has been working together since university, where we both studied architecture and the arts. Over the years, we’ve combined creative practice, education, and community-building to develop impactful cultural initiatives in Trujillo.

• Ivanna @ivannalen

Web 3 experience https://www.ivannalen.xyz/

I have experience organizing educational and tech events at a regional level. I have also worked in the startup ecosystem as a cofounder and as a former Marketing and Operations lead at an e-learning startup (dened.org). Additionally, I bring experience in project management and e-commerce.

• Disturbio @ledisturbio

I’m Claudio, also known as Disturbio, a multidisciplinary artist, educator, and entrepreneur. I have experience exploring and teaching a wide range of artistic techniques, with a vibrant and personal approach to creative expression.

Experience in Art Education

We have been organizing and delivering art classes and workshops in Trujillo since 2022, supported by a structured team of artist instructors.

• We have created some of the most recognized and well-attended creative events in the city, including 3 Global Pizza Party in Trujillo, Peru, and have participated as partners in Road to Devcon.
• We work alongside experienced instructors and creative entrepreneurs, and have developed a structured curriculum for our foundational programs.
• We have consistent experience delivering art workshops and educational programs across different audiences.

You can explore the impact and results of our previous Nouns proposals here:

• Escuela de Arte Nounish(Nounish Art School) is here! Achievements
• Decentralized Summer at Nounish Art School Archivements

📚Students Profile

Our program is designed for young talents who are looking to pursue a path in the arts while exploring opportunities in Web3.

We launched an open call to select scholarship recipients, receiving strong interest and high-quality applications.

Update: Due to the high demand and outstanding submissions, we have defined two main target groups:

• Young artists (15–25 years old) — primary focus
• Pre-teens & teens (8–14 years old) — early creative development

Participants are selected through a curated application process to ensure motivation, commitment, and creative potential.

2026 Breakdown

1. Scholarship Program

This program combines classical foundations of visual arts with contemporary practices and digital tools, enabling artists to develop a strong personal identity and translate it into real professional opportunities.

We'll cover full scholarships for emerging artists in Trujillo who demonstrate commitment to their craft and growth — removing financial barriers so that talent, not money, determines who gets access to education.

Young artists program

MONTH	STAGE	TRAINING (IRL + MENTORSHIP)	ARTIST OPPORTUNITIES	OUTPUT(peer student)
🟢 1	Foundations + Presence	Drawing (observation, proportion, light), color theory, composition, daily sketchbook	Build artistic profile, first publications, introduction to simple commissions	5–10 pieces + active profile
🟡 2	Exploration + Media	Painting, collage, visual storytelling, introduction to digital art, visual references	First commissions, style validation, participation in creative challenges	10–15 pieces + style exploration
🔵 3	Identity + Visual Language	Style development, artistic concept, storytelling, digital tools	More defined commissions, early collaborations, niche positioning	Cohesive series (5–8 pieces)
🟣 4	Production + Portfolio	Collection creation, curation, artwork documentation, visual presentation	Print sales, portfolio building, initial open calls/applications	Collection (8–12 pieces) + portfolio
🔴 5	Expansion + New Media	Digital art, introduction to onchain art, contemporary context	Publish digital/onchain work, explore grants, communities, platforms	1–3 digital/onchain works + expanded profile
⚫ 6	Professional Launch	Personal branding, storytelling, exhibition, networking	Final exhibition, external opportunities, sales and collaborations	Exhibition + final portfolio + income

Who We Support

Scholarships are awarded to artists who are:

• Actively creating, exhibiting, or developing a consistent body of work
• Committed to growth — showing up, producing, and pushing their practice forward
• Ready to engage with both IRL education and the broader creative ecosystem

🎨 Kids Creative Program

Month	Stage	Training (IRL + Mentorship)	Artist Opportunities	Output (per student)
1	Discovery + Expression	Drawing basics (shapes, observation, color) • Introduction to collage • Mixed materials exploration • Visual storytelling	Intro to “being an artist” • Soft group critique	4–6 artworks • 1 personal collage
2	Creation + Material Exploration	Introduction to ceramics (basic modeling) • Handmade plushies (peluches) • Color, form & texture • 2D + 3D exploration	Collaborative creation • Mini class showcase	3–5 artworks • 1 ceramic piece • 1 plushie
3	Expression + Portfolio	Personal project development • Portfolio building • Storytelling • Intro to showcasing/selling art	Final exhibition • Presentation to community	Final project (1–2 pieces) • Mini portfolio (6–10 works) • Exhibition

What Scholars Receive

• Full tuition coverage for the academic program
• Access to professional-grade tools, materials, and studio space
• Mentorship from practicing artists and educators
• A structured path to build their portfolio, presence, and professional identity

What Scholars Graduate With

• A polished portfolio ready for exhibitions, applications, and commissions
• Visibility within local, national, and Web3 art communities
• Real connections to opportunities — not just a certificate, but a network

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Platform

We'll implement a dedicated platform where students can:

• Access course files, resources, and materials in one organized place
• Track their own progress — assignments, milestones, and feedback
• Stay organized across both in-person and virtual tasks
• Blend IRL and digital workflows seamlessly, reflecting how modern creatives actually work

The platform creates structure without bureaucracy — giving students ownership of their learning journey while keeping educators connected to how each artist is developing.

Progress and art will be open to everyone!

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Certifications & Partnerships

These certifications are acknowledged by other art institutions in Peru, providing students with both on-chain credentials and real-world recognition.

Also, we will associate with other art schools for exchange classes and art exhibitions.

2. Artistic Career Pathways

Students are supported in exploring and starting their own artistic projects, ensuring practical and tangible outcomes.

Career pathways are integrated into the 6-month scholarship program, while ongoing guidance and collaborative workspaces remain open to the broader community.

We also provide open access to workshops, as well as information and opportunities related to Nouns and the wider creative ecosystem.

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3. Long-Term Sustainability Plan & Scholar Creators

We are building a sustainable model by combining community-driven merchandising with creator-led content and distribution—fully aligned with the core concept of Nounish Art School.

From the beginning, merch was not conceived as a separate initiative, but as a natural extension of the school’s creative ecosystem. As students learn, experiment, and develop their artistic identity, merch becomes a channel to materialize and share that work with the community.

At the same time, content creation becomes a core layer of the program for community engagement, where selected scholars act as creator ambassadors, documenting and sharing the journey of the school.

Scholar Creators: Content as Culture & Distribution

We introduce a Scholar Creators Program, where selected students and team members generate content around the school’s process and impact.

Content includes: 🌍🎨🎨📹IRL studio videos (classes, workshops, behind the scenes) 🌍🎨🎨 Vlogs documenting the journey of becoming an artist 🌍🎨 Process content (from idea → creation → final piece) 🌍 Event coverage and community activations

Educational snippets about art, Nouns, and Web3

Goals:

• Build inspiring narratives around emerging artists
• Increase visibility of Nounish Art School and Nouns
• Support merch distribution through storytelling
• Position the school as a living creative ecosystem

Merch as an Extension of the School

Our approach to merchandising is directly connected to the educational process: Designs are created by artists within the program Students transition from learning to producing real-world creative outputs Merch becomes a tangible result of the school’s artistic development

This ensures that merchandising is not an external effort, but a continuation of the learning journey.

Validation Through Practice

In our previous proposal with Nouns Amigos, we introduced merch as part of our ecosystem and activated it through events, workshops, and community spaces.

The result was a sold-out first batch of 122 pieces, confirming strong alignment between our creative output and community interest.

2026 Strategy: Scaling What’s Already Aligned

For 2026, we aim to expand this model by:

• Developing new collections designed by program artists
• Compensating creators for their contributions
• Strengthening content and storytelling to support distribution
• Expanding presence through events, community activations, and digital channels

Sales Channels

• Nounish Concept Store (existing, zero cost)
• Local fairs & partnerships (Trujillo and Lima)
• Marketplace platforms and social media (primarily Instagram)

Strategic Positioning

Merchandising is not a separate revenue stream—it is a creative output of the school and a bridge between education, culture, and sustainability.

4. A Nouns Auction Activation Segment embedded within each showcase

We are hosting monthly art showcases featuring emerging artists, reaching ~20,000 monthly visitors, including collectors, curators, and cultural stakeholders. In parallel, we are expanding our network through collaborations with cultural associations and established collectors, strengthening the quality and reach of each showcase. Building on this, we are introducing: A Nouns Auction Activation Segment embedded within each monthly showcase.

This is not a separate event, but a dedicated moment within the exhibition where:

Visitors, including collectors, are introduced to the Nouns ecosystem The ongoing Nouns auction is explained in real time Attendees are guided on how to participate Cultural engagement connects directly with on-chain activity

Value to the DAO Access to an audience that already includes art buyers and collectors Conversion of cultural attention into auction participation Expansion into LATAM through existing trusted networks

Expected Impact ~20,000 monthly visitors exposed to Nouns Engagement from both emerging audiences and collectors Increased awareness and participation in daily auctions

Long-term Vision

Each showcase becomes a recurring entry point: art → collectors → participation → contribution

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Proposal Budget Overview

We are requesting funding to support operations, growth, and ecosystem development from May to February 2027 , including a 6-month scholarship program, with the goal of building one of the most impactful Nounish education initiatives in Latin America.

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🎓 Education Program (6 Months — Scholarships)

Young Program (6 months)

• 24 full scholarships (new cohort)
• 24 continuation scholarships starting Month 3 (returning students)

Kids Program (4 months)

• 16 full scholarships (new cohort)
• 20 continuation scholarships starting Month 3

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Included in the Program

• Mentoring & Level Up
  • Advanced support for student projects
  • Access to workspace, materials, and networking
• Monthly Workshops (IRL + Virtual)
  • 1 open workshop per month (1-day format)
  • ~40 additional participants per session (covered by the team)
• Materials
  • All materials included for classes and experimentation
  • ~40% of materials covered by the team

Total: $27,600

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⚙️ Program Operations (10 Months)

• Venue & Space Access
  • Maintenance and full access to the space (weekends, year-round) covered by the team
  • Basic instruments and open materials for the public covered by the team
• Student Coordination & Support
  • Attendance tracking
  • Communication and follow-up with scholars
• Instructor Management
  • Scheduling and coordination
  • Program quality oversight
• Program Systems & Tools
  • Platform / Notion / progress tracking
  • File and content organization
• Logistics & Execution
• Documentation & Reporting
  • Process documentation
  • Final impact report and insights

Total: $10,000

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📣 Growth & Distribution

• Social media management
• Content creation and storytelling
• Promotion and outreach
• Scholar Creators Program
• E-commerce and distribution support

Total: $13,000

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👕 Merch (Sustainability Layer)

• Production and distribution of merch collections
• Creator-led design (students and artists)
• Testing and scaling a sustainability model

Distribution Model:

• 20% allocated for community giveaways
• 80% allocated for sales

Total: $5,000

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👥 Program Leads

• Strategic direction and program design
• Partnerships (local, global, and Nouns ecosystem)
• Oversight of education quality and execution
• Coordination across operations, growth, and merch
• Community building and ecosystem development
• Accountability and reporting

Total: $12,000

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Total Budget

👉 $67,600

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Timeline

2025 — Planning & Program Design

• Strategic planning and structuring of Nounish Art School 2026
• Curriculum development and program design
• Early alignment with partners and collaborators

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May – June 2026 — Partnerships & Setup

• Securing local and global partnerships
• Finalizing logistics and operations
• Program onboarding and internal coordination

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July – December 2026 — Program Execution

• Delivery of core education programs (scholarships)
• Monthly workshops (IRL + virtual)
• Community activations and events
• Artist project development and exhibitions
• Mkt and scholars creator project start

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January – February 2027 — Documentation & Impact

• Final documentation of the program
• Impact report and key insights
• Content production and public sharing of results

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Other Achievements & Activities

• 🚌 Launched a traveling Nounish Art School, bringing scholarships and art education to children in remote areas outside our city
• 🎨‍🎨 Created collaborative murals with students and local artists
• 🎤 Hosted Web3 art workshops, Nouns sessions, and on-chain learning experiences
• 🚀 Built Art3Hub, a Farcaster mini app for emerging artists, rewarding 100+ creators during beta (Top 1 educational mini app & Base Batch 001 hackathon winners)
• 🐨 Supported community-driven initiatives like “Lil Mural by Lil Artist” through nouns.gg votes
• 🧉 Participated as an allied community at Nouns Fair during Devconnect Argentina
• 🎙️ Delivered talks about Nounish Art School and Nouns at Devconnect and more!

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Closing

We appreciate your support in continuing to build a more creative and decentralized future.

Please feel free to share any comments or questions anytime!

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