Hello July!
Welcome to our email letter full of updates from Art Space, calls for art, exhibition news, and other fun things! If the email is cut off, please click "read in browser" for the rest! Thanks!
Art Space News:
Art Space is open Monday through Friday from 10AM-3PM, and Wednesdays from 10AM-6PM. Please wait until 10AM to come in.
We will be closed Thursday, 7/23. Thank you for understanding.
The next online meeting will be on 7/16. from 1-1:45PM. After that, the next meeting will be 7/30. We have now moved our meetings to Thursdays. The link will be sent out the day before, with a reminder the day of. If you’ve been missed from the meetings email list, please let me know! I’ll be happy to add you.
We have a Food Pantry and Pet Pantry available at Art Space! Take what you need, leave what you can.
Upcoming Events
Art Space Artist Megan Beatty will be holding her exhibit opening on 10/3 starting at 5PM! Please save the date and be sure to join us in celebrating this incredible artist!
Stay Tuned for more workshops where we will make paper mâché orbs, clay creatures, paintings, and more. Dates of group art making will be shared soon. All free supplies will be provided. You can participate in collaborative works of art or make your own art for the art show!
Calls for Art
If you are interested in any of the below opportunities, please reach out to Art Space staff. By scheduling an appointment, we can help guide you through the application process or find a resource for you, virtually or in person.
Art Space Call for Art!
All Art Space Artists are invited to submit artwork that will be featured in Megan Beatty’s upcoming art show and installation. This call for art is for an immersive entrance to our imaginative perceptions of portals, entryways, doors, and objects within a light reactive experience.
The selection of artwork will be based on pieces that glow or is reactive to light. Creations of dream worlds, celestial portals, 2D and 3D pieces that will transform 1221 Art Space into another dimension of our creative space.
Application Deadline: August 28th
Artists notification for acceptance: September 4th
Artwork drop off deadline: September 18th
Submit work here!
Art Related Events
It’s time for the Annual Columbus Book Festival!
Your current favorite or next favorite author could be there! Check out who’s attending and more festival information here:
Saturday - JULY 11, 2026
10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Sunday - JULY 12, 2026
10 a.m.-5 p.m.
📍MAIN LIBRARY | 96 S. Grant Ave.
Topiary Park
Grants, Workshops, Opportunities
Check out Fresh A.I.R. Gallery’s newest Woodcutting workshop with Artist Nick Waspes!
On Saturday, July 18 from 11 AM–1 PM, a hands-on workshop with woodcut artist Nick Waspes will be held at Fresh A.I.R. Gallery. Participants will get an introduction to printmaking techniques and have the chance to create their own work in a supportive, creative environment.
This workshop is perfect for beginners and experienced artists alike, come learn, experiment, and connect with others in our community.
📅Saturday, July 18
⏰11 AM – 1 PM
📍Fresh A.I.R. Gallery - 131 N. High Street (downtown Columbus)
Sign up for free here!
Local Resources
List of Food Pantry Resources in Columbus:
FREE Financial Education Workshops in Columbus: Here.
Calendar of support groups offered through MHAOhio: Calendar here.
This is a DIY list of Trans inclusive providers in Ohio. Please note this is not a comprehensive list. Google Document of Trans Inclusive Providers in Ohio
Can you or someone you know benefit from a free digital skills class? There’s the possibility to qualify for a free device at the end of the 4-class series as well! Digital Skills Hub
There are Free Admission Sundays at the Columbus Museum of Art! Every Sunday from 10AM-5PM.
Jewish Family Services has opened back up The Columbus Financial Empowerment Center, which offers free one-on-one financial counseling as a public service for all Central Ohio residents. More info here!
Looking for links from our past update emails? They will be posted on the Substack soon! Keep an eye out.
Something Interesting!
It is officially Disability Pride Month!
Join us in celebrating and recognizing disability identity and community, including the acknowledgement of the passing of the ADA Act on July 26th, 1990. (Only 36 years ago!)
Take a minute to view this article on Disability and Art, two things that matter deeply to us here at Art Space:
On Illness and Disability in Contemporary Art
From chronic conditions to questions of access and care, artists are challenging ideas about health and the body
Check out this great Instagram post on art and disability as well:
Have a great day! 🌞
Looking for info to share about Art Space? Send out our new Link Tree, or come by our space and pick up some Art Space zines!
If you haven’t already, give our social media a follow for more updates and information! Feel free to tag us in any of your art-making processes.
Facebook.com/1221artspace
Instagram.com/1221artspace
If you’ve reached this point, thank you! Have a wonderful rest of the month. :)