art studio & gallery

The Goodwill Art Studio & Gallery is a truly unique fine arts program for persons with disabilities and other barriers. Here, through the freedom of creativity, artists are given the opportunity to build self esteem and a sense of personal accomplishment.

This program also provides a remarkable learning experience, as the participants collaborate directly with professional artists and art educators to take their artwork to a higher level. Artists increase their knowledge and discover new skills through exposure to new artistic mediums and collaborative efforts. Each artist works toward achieving individual goals based upon their needs, strengths and desires.

The ultimate goal is to create expressive and high quality artwork that not only provides exposure for the artist, but the opportunity to generate income through the sale of their artwork.

The Goodwill Art Studio & Gallery invites you to join us at any of our scheduled events. Chances are, you'll be surprised by what you see. And most certainly, you will be inspired by the surroundings, the people and, of course, the art. To see what is on the upcoming schedule, please visit the Goodwill Columbus Calendar.

We encourage your participation in the following programs and activities offered at The Goodwill Art Studio & Gallery. Please contact us for more information.

Goodwill Art Studio & Gallery
A fine art program for persons with disabilities that fosters creative self-expression and improved self-esteem through encouragement and collaboration with professional artists. The program offers the opportunity for artists to gain recognition through exhibitions and earn income when their artwork sells.

A.C.E. in Your Space (Art for the Corporate Environment)
An affordable art rental program offering an often tax-deductible way for local businesses to display fine art, support the work of local artists with disabilities and make lasting first impressions with their peers in the business world. Exhibitions are rotated every four months for the duration of one year.

Color Wheels
An artist in residence program designed to provide creative opportunities for adults and children with disabilities. Residencies are customized and offer convenience as our expert Resident Artists come to you! Your commitment can be as short as one two-hour session or could be ongoing for several months.

Make It Take It
An all inclusive program designed for everyone's pleasure. Previous art and craft experience is not necessary. These one-time sessions are extremely fun and affordable. Attend one of our regularly scheduled sessions or let us custom design one for your birthday, shower, or other special event!

Fundraising opportunities for you and your organization
You can have fun, make money, and support the Goodwill Art Studio & Gallery by selling our products at Home Parties. Your school, organization or sports team can partner with us to build a fundraising campaign that is successful for you. We have several opportunities and can customize fundraisers to fit all of your needs.

The recently renovated Goodwill Art Studio & Gallery features an eclectic collection of art created by artists within the program. In addition to the original art available for purchase, the gallery also features a tremendous selection of artistic products including clothing, purses, ceramic tiles and jewelry.

Most importantly, all proceeds from the sale of items help support the individual artists and for the continued expansion of gallery programming.

The Gallery is open to the public from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm on Tuesday through Thursday and from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm on Friday. The Gallery is also open by appointment. In addition, you can shop from our full line of fine art and products at the Gallery or shop with us online at:

www.GoodwillArt.org

Holly Adkins-Ardrey, Studio Manager:
Holly received her Bachelor of Fine Art, Magna Cum Laude, from the Columbus College of Art & Design. She has worked as an art educator; was the founder, director and a dancer for IN SITU, an improvisational dance company; and served as the Executive Director of the Foothills School of American Crafts in Nelsonville, Ohio. Holly also ran her own business, Funky Mamas Art Farm, from her private studio on an 80-acre farm in Meigs County. Back in Columbus and settled in as the Goodwill Columbus Goodwill Art Studio & Gallery Manager, Holly says that she has found her dream job.

Deborah Griffing, Lead Resident Artist:
Deborah received both her Bachelor and Master of Fine Arts degrees from The Ohio State University. She taught drawing classes at OSU and served as a visiting lecturer for the Fine Arts Program. She has taught through the Ohio Arts Council, Artists in Education Program, which sent Deborah to Passion Works Studio in Athens Ohio. There she made Art Dolls in collaboration with artists with disabilities. Deborah has shown her work in several galleries including The Dairy Barn Cultural Arts Center, Vern Riffe Gallery, and Barth Gallery. Deborah has also won various awards for her work including a prestigious Ohio Arts Council Individual Fellowship in 2002.

Patricia Burke, Resident Artist:
Patricia Burke received her Master of Fine Arts, Bachelor of Fine Arts and Bachelor of Science degrees from The Ohio State University, with her fine arts degrees focusing on Painting and Drawing. Prior to coming to Goodwill Columbus, Patricia served as Gallery Manager for the Chapungu Exhibit at the Franklin Park Conservatory and was an Art Specialist at the Scholars Academy in Columbus, among other assignments. She has extensive experience working with various exhibits in central Ohio and working with various populations to facilitate the creation of art.