Fighting for Second Chances |
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Tyra Patterson speaking in front of the Time Saved vs. Time Served mural during ArtWorks' 200th mural dedication. Photo by Louis Rideout. |
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Dear Friends,
This moment in our country stirs conflicting feelings, and at ArtWorks, we continue to focus on the resilience of the human spirit and the ability to make a positive change every day.
Yesterday I was reflecting on how systems don’t change overnight—that electoral politics is only one way to create the society we want to have. There is so much we can do on a local level, so I want to share about five local women who are fighting for second chances and making positive changes.
These social justice activists—Sheila Donaldson Johnson, DeAnna Hoskins, Tracy Brumfield, Belinda Coulter-Davis and Tyra Patterson—have personally served timed in the criminal justice system. Each have taken their experiences and turned them into the conviction to help others who formerly have been incarcerated be seen, heard and valued.
ArtWorks reached this incredible milestone of completing 200 murals this year despite many obstacles. We launched the mural program in 2007, and now these murals are part of our region’s fabric and cultural vibrancy. We've been able to paint murals across 37 city of Cincinnati neighborhoods and in 11 nearby cities and municipalities.
Each mural is a true act of community building. Scores of people—from neighborhood councils, public officials, property owners, community residents, artists, youth, business owners, nonprofit partners and more—make each mural possible. Murals can take up to a year to create with many steps of consensus building, problem-solving and ingenuity needed along the way.
Many other cities around the country have mural programs, but ArtWorks' mural program stands out, because we employ local artists and youth apprentices (ages 14-21) to create these wonderful works of art.
The mural program has helped ArtWorks provide jobs for nearly 4,000 youth and more than 3,000 creative professionals. These job opportunities are critical to our creative economy and go beyond the paycheck. The mentorship and lifelong bonds each project creates gives youth and emerging artists the boost to take their career to the next level. After ArtWorks, they have increased confidence, larger-than-life creative accomplishments and immense civic pride for helping their communities.
The ripple effect of each mural is extraordinary. ArtWorks is deeply grateful to the artists, the partners, and the incredible supporters we had since the start of this program. Thank you for making this impact possible.
In solidarity,
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Colleen Houston
ArtWorks CEO & Artistic Director
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Celebrating ArtWorks’ 200th mural |
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QKids Dance Team performs at ArtWorks 200th mural dedication. Photo by Louis Rideout. |
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The event included inspiring remarks from mural co-creators Tyra Patterson and Russell Craig, DeAnna Hoskins of Just Leadership USA, ArtWorks' Colleen Houston, Sean Callan of Manley Burke, former mayor Mark Mallory, Cincinnati Councilwoman Jan-Michele Lemon Kearney, Greg Walker of Youth and Teen Services at Cincinnati Recreation Commission, Youth Apprentice Ella Emanuel and poet and Youth Apprentice Fabiola Matumaine.
When the event concluded, we were left hopeful for change for our city and nation to recognize that people deserve second chances. When people get second chances, beautiful things happen.
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Join the Creative Team behind
Time Saved vs. Time Served Mural
at ArtWorks’ next Viva Voce Artist Conversation
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Artist Russell Craig speaks at ArtWorks' 200th mural dedication. Photo by Louis Rideout. |
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The Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky region has a global reputation as an arts destination and is full of talented working creatives. At ArtWorks, we look forward to connecting you with artists who are changing our city with groundbreaking works of art throughout our community. Hear Artists speak about their artwork and current issues through our Viva Voce series, and we invite you to join the conversation.
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Secret ArtWorks is going cyber 90s style
Lock in your spot today!
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ArtWorks is thrilled to announce the return of Cincinnati’s award-winning fundraiser, Secret ArtWorks on Friday, November 20!
ArtWorks will be hosting Secret ArtWorks House Party, a one-of-a-kind virtual event that follows a week-long online art auction, powered by Everything But The House (EBTH). The art is going to blow the ROOF off this house party!
Art Auction Nov. 12 - Nov. 19
We've been working with your favorite local artists to commission original artwork for the auction on any size or medium they choose. We're still keeping the lid on who made what. You’ll get the chance to bid on your favorite pieces in the week-long online EBTH auction. Then in Secret ArtWorks style, the artist identities will be revealed during our virtual event on November 20! Click on this EBTH link and click the "follow this sale" button to be notified the moment the auction begins! The auction items will be visible to bid starting Thursday, Nov. 12.
Tickets to Live Broadcast on Friday, Nov. 20
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Thank You to Our Generous Sponsors |
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Thank You to Our Event Hosts and Hostesses |
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Anonymous | Ron Bates & Randy Lasley | C-Forward
Teresa Hoelle and Scott Provancher | Laura & Tony Humphrey
Ken Pray & Mary Ohlinger-Pray | Peter Quinnan & Mark Boire
Margie & Alan Schneider | Lauren & Tom Shafer
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Randal & Peter Bloch
Ric Booth of Duke Energy Convention Center & Terese Booth
Adrienne Cowden & Eric Avner
Dr. Sarah Corathers & Mr. Jim Anthony
Jackie & Gary Bryson
Janel Carroll
Melissa Currence & Marc Younkin
Tim & Chris Eversole
Debbie Friedman & Joe Segal
Agnes & Darin Hall
Tom Hauer & Margo Moats
Colleen & Andrew Houston
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Pam Kravetz & Craig Davis
Marie & Tristan Krulewitch-Browne
Drs. Sean Lang & Alisa Kanfi
Felice Marcus & Stephen Schwart
Jamal & Cindi Muashsher
Molly North & Ben Dean
Michael & Francesca Peace
Dave & Priya Rolfes
Craig & Anna Sarembock
RJ Sargent & Angila Darcy
Rosemary & Mark Schlachter
Randy Smith & Carla Lamb
Sara & Michelle Vance Waddell
Matt & Molly Weissman
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Meet the talented artists behind
the newest New Lines alleyway murals
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Chesley Hughes' Flower Buddies on Sugar n' Spice Diner at 1203 Sycamore St.
Photo by Sandra Okot-Kotber.
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New Lines is the ArtWorks’ alleyway mural series, created in partnership with Keep Cincinnati Beautiful, to engage wonderful urban areas in Over-the-Rhine and Pendleton.
For this third time, (following the 2016 and 2018 installations), we focused on woman-power. The third phase features 10 murals around OTR in Levering and Grear Alleys designed by 9 women. All designers featured are completing their first-ever mural. 2020 has truly been our season of New Voices.
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"A mural is a beautiful way to get people to slow down and be mindful” |
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Mural Artist Brandon Hawkins. Photo by Carter Nolan Productions. |
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When H&R Block and Next Door announced Make Every Block Better, a nationwide competition to uplift communities and connect neighbors, long-time Walnut Hills resident Gary Dangel sprung into action.
Gary’s Walnut Hills nomination was selected as one of the 10 applications out of 2,000 to be funded with the hope of promoting safety, art, and nature in front of Frederick Douglass Elementary School with a street mural.
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Watch video of this mural in process |
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ArtWorks Alumni In the News |
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Tammy Batson Stephens in front of her newest mural at the Cold Spring Library.
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As we move towards our 25th year, ArtWorks is proud to showcase the work of our alumni. Here are some recent news stories and opportunities featuring their good works in our community and beyond. If you are alumni with good news to share, reach out to us at info@artworkscincinnati.org.
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My Vote, My Voice, My Right
Virtual Concert Series
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MUSE's My Vote, My Voice, My Right virtual concert series. |
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MUSE, Cincinnati’s Women’s Choir, has collaborated with ArtWorks to produce My Vote, My Voice, My Right Virtual Concert Series. The series is a collection of 5 virtual volumes of choral music dedicated to the life and legacy of Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg.
We invite you to enjoy these virtual concerts.
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John A. Ruthven’s story resonated with the young artists of ArtWorks
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Photo of John A. Ruthven's Martha: the Last Passenger Pigeon mural at 15 E. Eighth St.
Photo by J. Miles Wolf.
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Ways to learn more about ArtWorks' public art |
Soak up the crisp fall temperatures while enjoying ArtWorks' monumental works of art both in the urban center and in several neighborhoods.
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Not able to get out and about? Learn more about our public art projects through these videos. |
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Go on a Cincinnati Brewery District Mural Tour
with Linnea Gartin
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Relive the magic of BLINK® 2019
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Colleen Houston honored as Warren Wilson College’s 2020 Distinguished Alumni |
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Colleen is a 2001 graduate of Warren Wilson College, earning a bachelor’s in Public and Social Art. The Distinguished Alumni Award honors alumni who have achieved distinction in their chosen fields and who embody the principles for which Warren Wilson College stands: academics, work, community engagement, and concern for all people.
“Colleen is a creative force in Greater Cincinnati,” said Joe Muraca, ArtWorks board president. “She pioneers programs that both empower artists and our local young people. Our region’s reputation as an arts destination is much stronger because of Colleen’s vision, and I’m delighted she has received this recognition.”
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