In 2007, over 500 people attended the art show, which featured the paintings, sculptures, and other creations of 89 artists—some 350 works of art and writing. 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.

The program was supported in 2007 through grants from the Boss Foundation, the Alex Galle Artability Endowment, and the Metropolitan Regional Arts Council.

MAY WORKSHOPS

WONDROUS WATERCOLORS
Wednesday, May 13 4:00-6:00pm
Kick off the Artability season by diving into watercolor with artist Mike Conroy! Awaken your creative senses while learning techniques that will take your paintings to the next level. Mike will cover basics as well as wet on wet and dry on dry techniques in this stimulating workshop.

WE LIKE SHORT SHORTS!
A writing workshop with Marge Barrett
Wednesday. May 20 4:00-6:00pm
Less is more. In this class we'll discover what that means by writing short shorts (fewer than 1000 words). We'll read examples crossing over genres-flash fiction, sudden nonfiction, prose poems-from a variety of writers. We'll discuss the essentials of good storytelling-developing plot, character, dialogue, point of view, image and metaphor-always with word economy in mind. We'll do lots of exercises, practicing with this experimental, imaginative form.

THE ART OF MOSAICS
Wednesday. May 27 4:00-6:00pm
Mosaic is not for decoration anymore. Create a mosaic masterpiece with instructor Lauren Hart. During this lively workshop, you will learn how to piece together a work of art fit for a museum. Master principles of design and composition while exploring this unique and exciting way to express yourself through art!

WORKSHOPS ARE FREE FOR ADULTS WITH MENTAL ILLNESS.
YOU MUST SIGN UP TO ATTEND
Call 651-227-6321 x42 or email Artability@PeopleIncorporated.org

If you need to cancel, please notify us as soon as possible.
Class size and supplies are limited.

All workshops take place at People Incorporated APOLLO Resource Center located at 313 North Dale Street, at the back of the Redeemer's Arms apartment building on the ground level. Park on Carroll Street on the south side of the building and walk around to the back door. Supplies are provided.

Who can participate?
Artabiltiy workshops and art exhibit are open to any adult (18+) with mental illness in the region. You can join the Artability mailing list by sending an e-mail to the Artability Coordinator. Please note that the coordinator is employed during the months of April through October.