We had high expectations for our International Summit for Learning Disability Artists and their Support Studios, and we weren’t disappointed! For three days, our Trongate 103 studios were transformed into a fantastic platform where artists with learning disabilities from all…Read On
The Summit Portrayed! Where do I start? What a fantastic three days I’ve had, drawing and painting as many artists and studio managers from around the world who came to the summit. I thought to myself, how should I start?…Read On
It has been a wonderful week at Project Ability, with The Summit in full flow, and now the long anticipated launch of our Aspire Publication. The gallery was full of excited artists waiting to get their hands of a copy….Read On
The In-Definite Arts Society (IDAS) is a Calgary-based visual arts organization with an international reputation for excellence. More than 180 adult artists with disabilities take part each week in In-Definite Arts’ year round programs including open studio classes, workshops and…Read On
Our penultimate feature on the organisations attending the International Summit for Learning Disability Artists and their Support Studios focuses on London-based ActionSpace. “ActionSpace was launched in the 1960’s to provide stimulating creative activities for Londoners with learning disabilities, and became a…Read On
‘The Nina Haggerty Centre for the Arts (the Nina) opened its doors in January 2003 under the umbrella of a large disability organization interested in exploring ways to connect adults with developmental disabilities with their community through a shared interest…Read On
Project Ability is delighted to announce the launch of our Aspire publication, celebrating the artists with learning disabilities who attend our Aspire workshops. Last year, Project Ability turned 30 and decided to mark the occasion with a publication showcasing the…Read On
Atelier 5 is a German organisation based in Mariaberg. They are one of the ten international support studios coming over to the Summit, where they will present work by artists Romina Bafaro and Roland Kappel. “Situated in the small village…Read On
In just over two weeks, ten international learning disability art organisations will gather in Glasgow for our Summit. KCAT is one of these organisations, coming over from Ireland. “KCAT stands for Kilkenny Collective for Arts Talent. Founded in 1999 by…Read On
“Kaarisilta Art and Activity Center began its operations in 1987. It can be considered a pioneer in arranging art activities for disabled people in Finland. Beside the visual arts Kaarisilta provides activities also in crafts, music, drama, sports and common…Read On
