The People Incorporated Artability program involves a summer-long series of art and writing workshops, culminating in a three-day show in October as a means of celebrating the creativity of people with mental illness and the contributions they make to society.
In 2011, more than 400 people attended our 17th annual art show, which featured the paintings, sculptures, and other creations of more than 100 artists. Artists may sell their work at the show and receive 90% of the profits, with the remaining 10% going back to support the Artability program. Writers also contribute their creative work to an anthology available for sale at the show.
The program was supported in 2011 through grants from the Boss Foundation, Tapemark, the TCF Foundation, the Metropolitan Regional Arts Council, COMPAS, the Alex Galle Artability Endowment, and Unity Church – Unitarian. Thanks to all of these organizations for making Artability possible!
Artability receives support from the community through donations and volunteer time. To help this program survive and grow, please consider volunteering or making a gift today.
Interested in participating in the 2012 Artability workshops or show?
The Artability program is open to any adult (18+) with mental illness. Contact us and leave your name, address, and phone number(s) to receive Artability workshop schedules and other mailings. Note that the 2012 workshop season will begin in April.