Are you a teen filmmaker, visual or spoken word artist ready to take the next step in your artistic career?  By participating in First Glance: Fresh Perspectives From Young Artists you will be doing just that. NBAF invites the International community of young artists to create original work around the theme “Connect, Inspire, Transform”.  Winners are eligible for up to $1000 in prizes, master classes with professional artists, access to professional mentoring, an opportunity for your work to be featured at the National Black Arts Festival and much more.  This program is sponsored by Turner Broadcasting through the Turner Voices initiative.  DEADLINE: April 15, 2012