What's Happening in 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.
The next online meeting will be on 3/10/26 from 1-1:45PM. After that, the next meeting will be 3/24/26. 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
The Heart of Concord Art Market will be May 2nd from 1-4PM! Applications are out now, check your email or scroll down for the application links! Applications are also available in paper copy at Art Space. Due March 13th.
We are having a new workshop, hosted by our intern Kel! It is 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.
Columbus Fury Arts and Culture night is tonight, 3/10, at 6PM! Come support Art Space at our first sports-themed tabling event! Discount tickets are available for Art Space members, check out this link: http://bit.ly/40D99Dh
There are also $10 Party Zone tickets available day of match only. They are walk up at the box office tickets.Introducing our new meet-up, Talent Talk Troupe! On Tuesday, March 25th from 5-6PM, we will be joining together to talk about plays, movies, and musicals. We are also hosting the opportunity to share your acting and singing skills! All levels welcome, we’re also looking for group facilitators and mentors.
Wednesday, March 25th
5PM-6PM
1221 East Broad St.
We invite you and anyone you know who are performance artists, movie/play enthusiasts, or potential performance arts mentors to the first Talent Talk Troupe hangout at 1221 Art Space!
Announcements
Thank you to everyone who submitted art for Colorful Concord! Your artwork is now displayed at the Concord Counseling Main Building, keep an eye out!
Please be aware of food waste at Art Space. If you make food- please eat it, share it, or take it home. Let’s keep our panty available and make sure we stay sustainable.
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!
Heart of Concord News
Heart of Concord Indoor vendor, Outdoor vendor, and performance applications are now live! Email 1221artspace@gmail.com for any questions or call (614)568-9741.
Deadline to apply for vendoring is March 13th.
You do not need to have your art ready, these applications are just to apply for a spot.Heart of Concord Activity and Performance Application
Deadline to apply for performance or art activity is March 31st.
Call for Volunteers! We are looking for volunteers who want to help with the indoor and outdoor art market at this year's HEART of Concord. This is just an interest form. Official Volunteer forms will be sent out at a later date. Thank you!
Volunteer Interest FormCongratulations for Maria W. for her chosen landscape art for this years Heart Flyer! This artwork was chosen by a Concord committee. We thank everyone who submitted, you all did a fantastic job! Feel free to save those pieces for the big event!
Reminder to share our social media posts about Heart of Concord, and to give us a tag at @1221artspace if you would like to share what you’re working on for the event!
Calls for Art
Please keep in mind this section will be limited in the coming months as we focus on preparing for the Heart of Concord.
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.
Disability EmpowHer Network - Disabled Women Make History (and Art)
Deadline: 11:59pm ET on April 19th, 2026
Artist submissions are now being accepted for Disabled Women Make History (and Art), an art show hosted by DEN and the Toledo Museum of Art celebrating disabled women*!
The opening reception for this show will be on June 20, 2026, and the show will remain on display through July 31, 2026 at the Toledo Museum of Art in celebration of Disability Pride Month!
Artists selected will be invited to display their work at this event and receive admission to two exclusive workshops to enhance their skills in marketing themselves and their artwork.
If you have any questions, please feel free to email event organizers, Katie Shelley and Sophie Poost, at KShelley@toledomuseum.org or sophie@disabilityempowhernetwork.org
*Transgender women, cisgender women, assigned female at birth, and feminine-aligned people.
More information on the program
Apply Here!
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
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
Art Related Events
Last week, Art Possible Ohio and the Wexner Center for the Arts had a screening of the award winning feature documentary “No One Cares About Crazy People”.
Thank you for all who joined us to watch this moving film. It was an intense experience. If you or someone you know would like to reach out and discuss the showing, how you feel about it, or any other thoughts, please reach out to 1221artspace@concordcounseling.org. Thank you.
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!
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!
Thinking about our collective art making! Art by Frank Ape
Reminders for this week from The Nap Ministry:
Need some good news? If you missed it last time, check out The Good Newspaper, Mental Health Edition!
Say hello to the sunshine! 🌞
If you’ve reached this point, thank you! Have a wonderful rest of the month. :)