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Data (observation notes, transcribed sessions, art creations, participants descriptions) was collected and analyzed from three participants to determine how they experienced the artistic process in the maker sessions and how this contributed to their identity formation. Findings indicate that the artistic process in the maker space program supported the youth’s identity formation in a positive manner, specifically in four domains: exploration, character and self-esteem, industry and confidence, and social and emotional competency. 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