What's Happening in October?
Welcome to our bi-weekly email newsletter full of updates from Art Space, calls for art, exhibition news, and other fun things!
Art Space regular schedule:
Art Space is now open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from 10AM-3PM and Wednesday from 10AM-6PM! Appointments are also welcome.
The next October online meeting will be on 11/28 from 1-1:45PM. 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 Space will be having a Halloween get together on October 29th from 4PM-7PM! Join us all month as we make Halloween decoration crafts in the Community Room (the main gallery in front of the kitchen). Costumes encouraged but not mandatory!
On November 15th, there will be an Art Show and Fundraiser with both 1221 Art Space and Pathways called SpaceWay Saturday from 11AM-3PM.
Important notes:
Drop off all artwork before November 11th so it can be documented in the Art Space Square system before the sale date. This will also help with space setup timeliness. You are welcome to help set up your artwork if you schedule an appointment with Leslie or Rebecca.
Arrival time is between 9:30-10:30am, on November 15th.
Inventory: Whether you are a beginning artist to professional artist, it is important for you to track your inventory. We can help by sharing inventory sheets, finance totals to date, etc..
Questions are welcome. The sooner the better answers we can provide for the you to be successful.
Announcements
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. 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!!
Artwork Cleanup!
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 reach out to rgonzalez@concordcounseling.org. By scheduling an appointment, I can help guide you through the application process or find a resource for you, virtually or in person. Please note: For art opportunities outside of Art Space, it is important for us to be notified you need assistance at least a month in advance.
The 2026 Accessible Expressions Ohio call for art is now open!
Deadline: November 14th, 2025
Accessible Expressions Ohio is a statewide adjudicated exhibition featuring art from artists with disabilities from across the state. Artists can enter in the youth, emerging, or professional categories, and enter under a special theme category. Cash prizes are awarded in each category, including a Best in Show.
For more information:https://artpossibleohio.org/aeo/
Application link: Online Application
Size Matters XVI
Deadline: October 31st
Image size on entries 100 square inches and under (i.e. 10x10, 12x8, 6x16, etc.)
All mediums will be considered
Limit of 5 entries per artist
Submission does not guarantee acceptance
Send titled photos of submissions with size, medium and title to penningtononpaper@gmail.com
OH+5 exhibition
Deadline: November 7th.
A call for contemporary work from artists living in Ohio, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Pennsylvania, and West Virginia.
Notes:
Open to all traditional and non-traditional genres and media.
All entries must be completed after January 1, 2024
Entry Fee: $40 for 1-3 works
Works may be listed as “Not for Sale”. If offered for sale, the artist receives 65%.
The The McConnell Art Center Call for Art
Deadline: December 1st.
The McConnell Art Center’s mission emphasizes our focus on showcasing the art made by living, working artists who reside in Central Ohio.
More information and application
COSI Art Call!
Deadline: October 7th
Submit your fun and imaginative artwork that captures the magic of storytelling and the journey of unforgettable characters. The sky’s the limit- so let your creativity soar!
Cosi art contest application
The African American and African Studies Community Extension Public Art Initiative
Deadline: October 24th.
The African American and African Studies Community Extension Center (CEC) invites artists to participate in the Public Art Initiative, a project celebrating historically African American communities, exploring the past and present of Black Studies, and imagining new futures.
More information and application
Perform on Stage at the Peggy R. McConnell Arts Center
Deadline: December 1, 2025
The McConnell Art Center’s mission emphasizes our focus on showcasing the art of performing artists who reside in Central Ohio. The MAC invites submissions from individual performers and groups. We are interested in presenting performances through a multidisciplinary, integrated approach that highlights different artistic disciplines.
More Information and Application here!
Grants, Workshops, Classes
WOC Writing Circle: Morning Musings
These writing sessions foster a supportive community for WOC+ writers. Our Circles offer dedicated time for WOC+ to lean into their truths, take risks, show up fully, and be celebrated. Attendees can work on creative works, grant applications, novels, or anything in between in a space with others to build confidence and accountability.
Free, 8:30am-10:00am.
Sept 30, Oct 2, Oct 6, Oct 14 and Oct 24.
Location:Zora’s House, 1393 N 4th St, Columbus, OH 43201
Sign up here!Community Fund Ohio Grant
The Community Fund Ohio grant program assists individuals with disabilities who reside in Ohio as well as nonprofit organizations that serve people with disabilities. Grant awards are intended to fund needs related directly to a person’s disability and/or to help them access their community.
Deadline: December 15, 2025, at 4:30 PM.
Information and grant instructions/application
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.
The last Pearl Market is Thursday 10/23 from 11AM-2PM on Gay and Pearl street downtown! Programs such as SNAP/EBT Produce Perks, Women Infant & Children (WIC), and the Seniors Farmers Market Nutrition Program are all accepted. https://downtownservices.org/pearl-market/
Interested in using tools that may not be readily available, such as a Cricut, Midi Keyboard, microphones, or Adobe Photoshop? Check out the Bexley Library Creation Station!https://www.bexleylibrary.org/creation
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.
Looking for links from our past update emails? They will be posted on the Substack soon! Keep an eye out.
Something Fun!
Need some inspiration? Calm your mind and shuffle the cards!
https://brainsparker.com/spark-cards-inspire-pack/
Have you met Hanshan yet? :)
If you’ve reached this point, thank you! Have a wonderful week. :)