What's Happening as we Migrate into March?
Welcome to our email letter full of updates from Art Space, calls for art, exhibition news, and other fun things!
Art Space regular schedule:
Art Space is open Monday through Friday from 10AM-3PM. We now have Tuesday Tours with Leslie! Please schedule all tours for Tuesdays between 12PM-2PM.
We will be opening back up our late Wednesdays on March 18th! Our new Wednesday hours will be 10AM-6PM.
On March 11th from 3-4:30PM, we will be visiting the Riffe Gallery downtown to see the Quilting exhibit! To be added to the list to go, reach out to Emerald. Leslie will be driving the van so we need to know how many people are coming.
Reminder that in a Level 3 snow emergency, we are CLOSED. Level 1 and 2, please use your own discretion and put your safety first!The next online meeting will be on 2/24/26 from 1-1:45PM. After that, the next meeting will be 3/10/26. Always on a Tuesday! 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.
Upcoming Events
Art Swap Part Two on Friday, February 27th, 1PM-4PM! Bring some of your art and/or supplies you wish to part with, and gain some new inspiration from swapping! No limits on the amount of artwork/supplies you want to bring, we’re here to have fun!
Introducing our new Saturday Class - Drawing with Leslie! Thank you to everyone who made the February class! Saturday, March 7th, from 1-3PM at 1221 Art Space is the next upcoming class. Email 1221artspace@concordcounseling.org if you have any questions.
New workshop with Kel! Our Intern Kelsey is hosting a bookmaking workshop on March 13th from 2-5PM. More info on the flyer below! This workshop is open to both Art Space members and the community.
Save the date! The HEART of Concord event will be Saturday, May 2nd from 1PM-4PM. There will be more information sent via email soon!
We have many exciting workshops and classes coming soon, please look forward to those announcements!
Announcements
Thank you to everyone who submitted art for Colorful Concord! Your artwork is in the process of being displayed, keep an eye out!
Big thanks to everyone who made it to Marilyn’s Crochet Workshop last Friday! It was a blast! Congratulations to Marilyn on her success and her amazing job well done.
We have a new website! 1221artspace.org.
Call for writing! We’re looking to collect some quotes from our artists that describe what Art Space means to them, what they like to do here, or how the community has helped them for our new website. But anything you would like to share is welcome! If you would like to volunteer, please email your writing to rgonzalez@concordcounseling.org. The writing can also be anonymous. Thank you!!
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!
Calls for Art
If you are interested in any of the below opportunities, please be aware we are not able to assist with the application processes. We are in the planning period for HEART of Concord to make it as spectacular as possible! We thank you for your understanding.
Barcelona Restaurant
Deadline: February 28, 2026
Barcelona Restaurant has a wall dedicated to showcasing local artists and their works. We invite 6 artists to exhibit each year and have been doing so for over 20 years.
We are looking for some new artists to add to our list for 2026 and 2027.
Artwork can be photography, paintings, mixed media, etc.
Only requirement is that is must be able to be hung on the wall using our gallery system of cables and hooks.
To apply, email info@barcelonacolumbus.com. Please include in your submission pictures, description of art and a small bio.
Percent for Art - Ohio Arts Council
Deadline: April 24, 2026
The Ohio Arts Council (OAC) in partnership with the Friends of the Library and Columbus Metropolitan Library (CML) will present the annual Ohio Artist Registry Juried exhibition, featuring work from artists who are members of the Ohio Artist Registry (OAR). The 2026 exhibition will be themed “Commemorating America 250” honoring the nation’s 250th anniversary by exploring America’s history, culture, and future through the perspectives of Ohio artists.
More information and application here.
Common Greens - Clintonville Farmers Market
Local Artist T-Shirt Design Contest Guidelines
Application Deadline: March 16th, 2026
Theme: Design must include “Clintonville Farmers Market” and “2026”. Think food and community!
Colors: The winning design will be printed on a solid color t-shirt. Please submit your design in either black, white or both.
Design Software: Designs must be digital.
*Your design must be entirely original- no clip art, copyrighted, or AI generated material allowed. Keep it simple: one color designs only, and make sure it’s print-ready.(If you need help with making your traditional artwork digital, reach out to Rebecca!)
More info and how to apply here
OTE Arts Gallery
Deadline: February 27th, 2026
MILK TRAIN
This is not a show to please you. Wild, grotesque, and bleeding – MILK TRAIN explores the uncongenial side of womanhood and the feminine psyche.
CONCEPT
Objects of desire– paintings, sculptures and photos of posed beautiful women fill our life and minds: constructing a manufactured view of feminine nature. But what about that feeling we have but don’t dare talk about, a call to be something more wild. MILK TRAIN is a group show featuring work from artists exploring the theme of womanhood through a non-aesthetic based lens. Paintings, sculptures, video, and photography come together to build a glimpse into buried sides of femininity.
Apply here
Art Related Events
Art Possible Ohio and the Wexner Center for the Arts will be screening the award winning feature documentary “No One Cares About Crazy People”, as part of the ReelAbilities Film Festival Columbus. This film is an intimate, immersive deep dive into the crisis and chaos of severe mental illness – and a burgeoning grassroots movement to do something about it.
Free event with Ticket!
📍 Wexner Center for the Arts - 1871 North High Street, Columbus, OH
📅March 4th, 2026
⏰7PM-9PM
If you need specific directions or accessibility information, please reach out.
Also, Rebecca will be attending this event as well, if seeing a friendly face helps!
Bexley Public Library is hosting a special art making session where participants follow along with an episode of The Joy of Painting with Bob Ross. Come ready to paint happy trees in a fun and relaxed environment. Supplies will be provided. Registration opens 3/2 and is required.
📍 Bexley Library - 2411 East Main Street, OH, 43209
📅Monday, March 16
⏰6:00pm - 8:00pm
More info and Register here!
Queer Craft Society’s Bring Your Own Craft Nights at East Market!
📍212 Kelton Ave, Upstairs
📅Tuesdays, 6-8PM. An infographic on what to expect!
Grants, Workshops, Opportunities
Ohio Arts Council
Artists with Disabilities Access Program (ADAP)
Deadline: May 1st
The Artists with Disabilities Access Program (ADAP) provides funding that gives individual artists with disabilities the resources they need to further their artistic development. Creative expression by artists of all abilities is essential to building dynamic and diverse communities throughout Ohio. ADAP awards help artists with disabilities advance their artistic practices, making Ohio a more accessible and inclusive place to build an artistic career.
Important: This is an extensive grant. If you wish to apply, it is best to start soon. Reach out for more information and where to receive assistance with filling out the grant application.
More info here.
Clintonville Books
Annual Poetry Award
Applications will close on March 15, 2026
Clintonville Books is launching an annual poetry award to celebrate poets who live and work in Columbus, Ohio. “We want to celebrate this diverse and creative community through an annual poetry book award.”
More info and apply here!
Greater Columbus Arts Council
Workshop
Writing an Artist Statement that Shines
The Greater Columbus Arts Council (GCAC) will be hosting a workshop here in Columbus focused on how to craft a strong, compelling artist statement. This session is designed to help artists of all backgrounds clarify their voice, communicate their practice, and strengthen the written materials often required for exhibitions, grants, and professional opportunities.
Sayuri Matsuura Ayers, poet/writer/arts educator, will guide you through a highly engaging workshop. Through a series of questions, discussion, writing and sharing, you will come away with a personal artist statement that clearly captures your current practice and showcases your vision.
Workshop Details:
Location: The Karl Road branch of the Columbus Metropolitan Library, 5590 Karl Rd.
Date & Time: Wednesday, March 11, 2026 • 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Sign up here!
Interested in our local transit?
Transit Columbus is a grassroots nonprofit organization that uses a combination of advocacy and community organizing to improve transit, walking, biking, and other non-car transportation infrastructure and policy in the Central Ohio region.
They are seeking four (4) new board members in 2026, which includes 2 general members and 2 board officers. The two general board members do not need to have prior nonprofit board experience, but must use non-car transportation some or most of the time.
Check the link below for tie commitments and more information. Your voice is needed!
Local Resources
Reminder that Art Space has our own food pantry and pet pantry, everyone is welcome! Take what you need and leave what you can.
Reminder: Art Space pantry also has frozen meals in the freezer and often refrigerated foods and drinks. Write your name on your personal items or otherwise it may be eaten.Bishop Griffin Resource Center
o Mid-Oho Food Market and Community Store
o Offers the opportunity to get various items such as food, apparel, books, and home décor for free.
FreshTrak is a platform designed to connect people with food resources like pantries and soup kitchens by allowing users to search for nearby locations based on their zip code. Enter your zip code on the FreshTrak website to find local food pantries, mobile markets, and other distribution events.
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! https://www.connectcentralohio.com/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!
Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) - The Breathing Association
Get HEAP assistance such as income-based payments for utilities, season crisis help and referrals for additional resources. Call 614-457-2997 for eligibility and appointments.
Looking for links from our past update emails? They will be posted on the Substack soon! Keep an eye out.
Something Fun!
At one of our previous online artists meetings, we started an Art Space Playlist on YouTube!
Add your songs here: Our Playlist
Or just give it a listen! Also, if you’re unable to add songs due to technical difficulties, email rgonzalez@concordcounseling.org with your recommendations and we’ll add them for you.
Reminder about Culture Passes that are available at our local libraries!
Also here is a fun worksheet for vision board making! Hope you can have fun with it.
Need some good news? Check out The Good Newspaper, Mental Health Edition!
Stay warm out there!!
If you’ve reached this point, thank you! Have a wonderful rest of the month. :)