ArtWorks Cincinnati

Wet Paint featuring Matthew Grote
2024-07-18 18:00 - 19:30 (America/Halifax) | 21c Museum Hotel, 609 Walnut Street, Cincinnati, OH, 45202, United States
Wet Paint is ArtWorks’ event series that offers a look behind the scenes of our in-progress projects centered on the artists who make them possible.
Attendees will hear from the Apprentices, Teaching Staff and Studio Artists behind our summer 2024 art projects, followed by a talk and Q+A with featured artist Matthew Grote.
Grote is a Cincinnati-based artist who produces creative work in every imaginable medium: from painting, drawing, and sculpture to digital art, street art, animation, and toy design. Matthew graduated from the University of Cincinnati – Design, Art, Architecture, and Planning Department’s (DAAP) Industrial Design program. He spent several years as Senior Designer at Fisher Price building, prototyping, and designing toys before working more independently and building an impressive portfolio of clients and partners who include Haney, Inc., Chrysalis, Fisher Price, Spinmaster, and Innovergency. Matthew has worked as a Lead Teaching Artist with ArtWorks on several previous occasions, providing invaluable lessons, leadership, and insights to the region’s young artists employed through the Summer Apprentice program.

Schedule:
6:00 pm – Welcome
Project Presentations – Learn about the newest murals gracing our city
Apprentices Q&A
Artist Talk + Q&A featuring Matthew Grote
7:30 pm – Farewell

ArtWorks Walnut Hills Mural Tour + Esoteric Beer Tasting
2024-07-13 16:00 - 18:00 | Esoteric Brewing Co., 918 E. McMillan Street, Cincinnati, OH, 45206, United States
ArtWorks is thrilled to present this Walnut Hills Mural Tour and Esoteric Brewing Co. beer tasting and taproom experience!

Begin and end your adventure at Esoteric Brewing Co., located at 918 E McMillan St, Cincinnati, OH 45206.
Kick off the evening with a beer-tasting adventure at Esoteric Brewing Co., featuring five 3 oz. pours: three core brews—the crisp and refreshing Luminati Lager, the juicy and aromatic Odyssey NEIPA, and the velvety smooth Kallima Coffee Cream Ale—along with two exclusive seasonal brews. One of our knowledgeable staff members will lead the tasting, sharing insider stories and brewing insights, followed by an informative tour of the brewery’s facilities.
Then, embark on a walking ArtWorks Walnut Hills Mural Tour, guided by an ArtWorks docent. Explore the neighborhood’s vibrant public art collection, learn behind-the-scenes stories about the neighborhood’s iconic murals and the artists and partners who made them possible, and witness the creation of ArtWorks’ newest mural on Gilbert Avenue, in our future ArtPark! Visit ArtWorks’ new Creative Campus for an insider’s view of this exciting project, ArtWorks’ new home opening at the end of this year.

Conclude your experience with a final beer at the brewery, perfectly timed to set you up for a fun Saturday night out in Walnut Hills.

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Wet Paint featuring Loren Long
2024-07-11 18:00 - 19:30 | 21c Museum Hotel, 609 Walnut Street, Cincinnati, OH, 45202, United States
Wet Paint is ArtWorks’ event series that offers a look behind the scenes of our in-progress projects—an array of new art planned for our region—centering on the artists who make our city vibrant.
Attendees will hear from the Apprentices, Teaching Staff and Studio Artists behind our summer 2024 art projects, followed by a talk and Q+A with a featured professional artist.

Featured Artist: Loren Long, designer of ArtWorks’ in-progress “Yellow Bus” mural
Loren Long is the author and illustrator of the New York Times bestselling picture book “Otis” series. He is the #1 New York Times bestselling illustrator of President Barack Obama’s picture book Of Thee I Sing, Matt de la Pena’s Love, the re-illustrated edition of The Little Engine That Could by Watty Piper, and Mr. Peabody’s Apples by Madonna. Loren’s new edition of Clement C. Moore’s The Night Before Christmas is a modern, more inclusive take on the classic. His most recent works are Someone Builds the Dream by Lisa Wheeler and the much anticipated picture book, Change Sings written by Inaugural Poet Amanda Gorman. The Otis series has been developed as an animated television series, Get Rolling With Otis, on Apple TV, which Loren Executive Produced. Loren will share his insights on the creation process (from idea to writing to art techniques and decisions along the way) of his new picture book, The Yellow Bus, the focal point of the Queen City Book Bank mural.

Featured Mural Projects:
Queen City Book Bank “Yellow Bus” mural
ArtPark mural
Cincinnati Open mural

Schedule:
6:00 pm – Welcome
Project Presentations – Learn about the newest murals gracing our city
Apprentices Q&A
Artist Talk + Q&A featuring Mural Designer, Ciara LeRoy
7:30 pm – Farewell

ArtWorks OTR Mural Tour
2024-07-06 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-06-01 14:00 - 16:00 | Mr. Tarbell Tips His Hat Mural, 1109 Vine St., Cincinnati, OH, 45202, United States
ArtWorks’ most popular and accessible walking tour will lead you through Over-the-Rhine, one of the nation’s largest and most intact urban historic districts, as you explore 13 of ArtWorks’ iconic murals.
The tour is approximately 2 miles long and lasts for 2 hours.
Meet at the Mr. Tarbell Tips His Hat mural:
1109 Vine St. Cincinnati, OH 45202
Parking is available in OTR at the Gateway Garage, the parking lot at 12th and Vine, or the parking lot on the corner of Walnut St. and Central Parkway. Street parking is also available.
All tours will occur rain or shine unless stated otherwise.
ArtWorks creates community-based public art that provides career opportunities for artists of all ages. Join us this fall in supporting our vital mission by participating in this meaningful tour. Your participation will help us raise essential funds to further our cause.
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Azúcar! Mural Dedication
2024-06-23 13:00 - 16:00 | 1405 Walnut Street, 1405 Walnut Street, Cincinnati, 45202, United States
Join ArtWorks to dedicate our first Cuban Cultural Mural, Azúcar!, on Sunday, June 23 from 1–4 p.m. at 1405 Walnut Street in Over the Rhine. Designed by renowned illustrator and artist Jorge Rodriguez Diez, the mural reflects the resilience of the Cuban spirit and our city’s commitment to embracing its multicultural identity.
This public event will include salsa dancing and music, specialty food options, and words from Diez and the apprentices who painted the mural. Presentation begins at 1:30 p.m.
Please RSVP Here

Lead Teaching Artist: Laura Diaz Perez

Teaching Artist: Joy Li

Apprentices:
Nico Breen
Sanada Caldwell
Julisa Chinchilla
Kaleah Crump
Grey Garrison
Isabella Hren
Kayla Jackson
Cora Legere
Nyla Reed
Teo Uribe

Partners for the project include Urban Sites, with support from Jens Rosenkrantz Jr. and M. Katherine Hurley as part of their “Bridges Not Walls” project, Lisa and Leonard Saia, and Dena Cranley.

Sunflowers Mural Dedication
2024-06-21 15:30 - 17:30 | Price Hill Recreation Center, 959 Hawthorne Avenue, Cincinnati, 45205, United States
Join ArtWorks and the Price Hill CRC to celebrate the completion of Sunflowers on Friday, June 21 from 3:30–5:30 p.m. at the Price Hill Recreation Center (959 Hawthorne Avenue).
Designed by Lizzy DuQuette, Sunflowers celebrates the happiness and satisfaction that comes from gathering with community to enjoy recreational activities. It borrows inspiration from the vibrancy of the neighborhood and community garden, nature, folk art, and illustration. Throughout the mural, viewers can see sunflowers, birds, and bees ultimately encouraging our community to engage with the space while creating a connection to the neighborhood.
Lead Teaching Artist: Jaylin Stewart
Teaching Artist: Tevin Brown
Apprentices:
Nico Breen
Ava Bunke
Elliot Gash
Evelyn Jones
Malea Love
Geni Rericha
Alaina Rizzo
Madison Scruggs

Findlay Garage Mural Dedication
2024-06-20 09:30 - 11:00 | Findlay Garage, 1810 Logan Street, Cincinnati, OH, 45202, United States
Join ArtWorks Cincinnati, Findlay Market, and Hamilton County Commissioners to celebrate our new Findlay Garage mural, “Nourishing Our Community, Findlay Market,” Thursday, June 20 at 9:30am at 1810 Logan Street.
Created by Greta McLain from Minneapolis, MN, and crafted with community input, the mural honors the history and energy of Cincinnati’s historic Findlay Market, representing the neighborhood and welcoming visitors.
Lead Teaching Artist: Michael Thompson
Teaching Artist: Lydia Voss
Apprentices:
Anna Ackman
Paula Archila
Allison Boyle
Nico Breen
Kiera Fisher
Mallory Kurkjian
Tasheanna Miller
JP Pope
Sylvie Tiro
Cate Weyman
This event is free and open to all. Advance RSVP kindly requested: https://bit.ly/4bM2hr9
We hope you’ll join us to dedicate this new landmark!

ArtWorks Downtown Mural Tour
2024-06-15 10:00 - 12:00 | Visionary Reality Threshold Mural, 1005 Walnut Street, Cincinnati, 45202, United States
This ArtWorks downtown walking mural tour will lead you through the area between Central Parkway and the Central Business District, exploring 13 of ArtWorks’ fan-favorite murals, including a few “Best of Cincinnati” winners!
The tour is approximately 2 miles long and lasts for 2 hours.
Meet at the Visionary Reality Threshold Mural:
1005 Walnut Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202
Parking is available in OTR at the Gateway Garage, the parking lot at 12th and Vine, or the parking lot in front of ArtWorks’ Visionary Reality Threshold mural.
All tours will occur rain or shine unless stated otherwise.
ArtWorks creates community-based public art that provides career opportunities for artists of all ages. Join us this fall in supporting our vital mission by participating in this meaningful tour. Your participation will help us raise essential funds to further our cause.
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"Lavender Balm: Expressions of Queer Resistance" Exhibition Opening
2024-05-31 17:00 - 19:00 | ArtWorks V2 Gallery, 929 E McMillan St., Cincinnati, OH, 45206, United States
Join us for the opening of exhibition Lavender Balm: Expressions of Queer Resistance on Friday, May 31 from 5–7 p.m. in ArtWorks’ V2 Gallery, located at 929 E McMillan St., Cincinnati, OH, 45206.
Led by Artist-in-Residence Barry Lee from Atlanta, Georgia, Lavender Balm features vibrant artworks that delve into the realm of vulnerability, exploring profound internal themes rooted in the artists’ lived experiences. During this three week workshop, a group of Gallery Fellows (ages 16-24) have learned skills and techniques under Barry’s guidance. Through this exhibition, Fellows will share their newly-created pieces with the community for the first time.
This event is free and open to the public. Works displayed are for sale, with proceeds going directly to the artists.
Gallery Fellows:
Robin Lively
Monte Jones
Hannah Feibelman
MK Hensley
Jason Parker
Kaya Friday
Pierce Gravenstine
Bryn Studer
Gavin Warner
Accessibility Notice: At the request of the artists, masks are mandatory at this opening and will be provided to attendees. The gallery’s middle entrance has stairs, while the far right and left entrances provide ADA accessibility with ramp access and sidewalk entry. The environment is free of loud sounds or moving lights, and seating is available. Additionally, a sensory kit is available upon request at the front desk. The gallery is equipped with a first aid kit. Please note that there are no restrooms on site.
Parking: A free community parking lot is located on the corner of Copelen St. and E McMillan across from Fireside Pizza. Addition parking:
· Paid Parking lot located behind PNC Bank (Directly across from Free community parking lot).
· There are various side streets with parking near the ArtWorks Office and V2 Gallery. Melrose Ave, right behind PNC. Chatham Street and Stanton Ave on either side of Green Man Park.
· Limited street parking along Gilbert Ave and E. McMillan, including right in front of our building (2460 Gilbert Ave).
Sensory Kit: Designed for individuals with various neurodivergences, this kit includes:
· Earplugs and folding noise-canceling headphones (for adults and children) to mitigate overwhelming noise.
· Sticky notes for covering sensors.
· A small bottle of hand lotion for soothing.
· Sensory toys: a fidget cube and Wikki Stix.
· Alcohol-free hand sanitizing wipes.
· Communication cards: visual aids for nonverbal communication and speech delay.
· Small pocket notebook and pen.
· Large print word puzzle.
· Sensory mats and a weighted lap pad.
· Polarized sunglasses.
Gallery Inquiries: For inquiries about the ArtWorks V² Gallery or to schedule a visit outside of regular openings, contact Karla Batres Gilvin, Exhibitions and Gallery Fellowship Manager, at Karla@ArtWorksCincinnati.org.

Avondale Heroes II Mural Dedication
2024-05-24 14:00 - 16:00 | Urban League of Greater Southwest Ohio, 3458 Reading Road, Cincinnati, OH, 45229, United States
Join ArtWorks and the Avondale Development Corporation to celebrate the completion of this vibrant and inspiring mural on Friday, May 24 from 2–4 p.m. at the Urban League of Greater Southwest Ohio (3458 Reading Road).
Designed by Avondale-born artist James Pate, the mural highlights community leaders, past and present, and harkens back to the lost 2018 Avondale Heroes Mural that was destroyed by a fire.
Presentation begins at 2:30 p.m. This event is free and open to all. While the mural is located at 3500 Reading Road, the dedication will take place one block south at the address listed above. The dedication will coincide with Avondale Empowerment Day from 3–7 p.m. at the same location.
Lead Teaching Artist: Brandon Hawkins
Teaching Artists: Ryan Nichole Leary and Jahsalyn Robinson
Mural Studio Manager: Evan Hildebrandt
Mural Studio Artists: Kelsey Wade, Simon Schubert, Hannah Feibelman, Savanna Innes, Nas Williams, Harvest Riddle, Naja Sanders-Tate, Katelyn Detwiler, Zack Hastings, Amiaya Alleyne, Kennedy Stewart
Fall Apprentices: Jonte Bartleson, Ellen Casey, Julisa Chinchilla, Kara Flaspohler, Nyla Reed , Jacob Rollins, Marcus Walker

Wet Paint: Jaylin Monet Stewart
2024-05-09 18:00 - 19:30 | 21c Museum Hotel, 609 Walnut Street, Cincinnati, OH, 45202, United States
Meet artist Jaylin Monet Stewart at ArtWorks’ first Wet Paint of the year, Thursday, May 9 from 6–7:30 p.m. at the 21C Museum Hotel.
Wet Paint is ArtWorks’ quarterly event series that offers a look behind the scenes of our upcoming projects—an array of new art planned for our region—centering on the artists who make our city vibrant.
This month, we’re featuring Jaylin Monet Stewart, a self-taught artist born and raised in West Louisville, Kentucky. Jaylin stands as a prolific artist, visionary founder of a non-profit organization, inspiring educator, and revered community role model. Her diverse artistic portfolio includes painting, murals, mixed media, chalk, installation, fiber art and performance.
In addition, meet the artists behind our Spring art projects, including our Spring Apprentices, Mural Studio Artists, and Photo & Video Studio Artists.
We hope you’ll join us!

Red Door
2024-04-26 18:00 - 21:00 | Art Academy of Cincinnati, 1212 Jackson Street, Cincinnati, OH, 45202, United States
Join ArtWorks for our first Red Door event of the year on Friday, April 26 from 6–9 p.m. at the Art Academy of Cincinnati’s SITE1212, located at the corner of 12th and Jackson Street in OTR. Enjoy light bites, a cash bar, and a wide selection of art pieces available for auction. Admission is free, welcoming all to join this celebration of art and community.
For a decade, the Red Door Project has been a part of Cincinnati’s artistic landscape, providing a platform for local artists to shine. Founded in 2014 by Barbara Hauser, this initiative has championed creativity, inclusivity, and community engagement. As it marks its milestone 10th anniversary, the Red Door Project is set to transition into an ArtWorks program, ushering in a chapter of expansion and collaboration.
Since late 2020, the Art Academy of Cincinnati has been the driving force behind the Red Door Project’s endeavors. The next official Red Door Project event and official handover will take place at this event.
Artists interested in participating in the upcoming event are invited to submit their works under the theme of rEvolution. Artists of all ages must register to participate through an online submission form. Artwork must be dropped off between Monday, April 22 and Thursday, April 25, any time between 10 am– 4 pm, at the Art Academy of Cincinnati, 1212 Jackson Street. Any medium is accepted. Due to the nature of the space, only one work of art can be shown per artist. Upon sale, 75% of the highest bid will be paid to the artist, and 25% will go to support ArtWorks’ continued mission.
ArtWorks plans to host two additional events in summer and fall of 2024. Stay tuned for additional dates and information.

Summer Apprentice Hiring Event
2024-04-06 10:00 - 16:00 | Talbert House, 644 Linn Street, Cincinnati, 45203, United States
ArtWorks is hiring teens and young adults (ages 14-21) to create new murals and projects across Cincinnati this summer. Apply for a paid ArtWorks Apprenticeship and be part of the team that brings these exciting masterpieces to fruition.
To apply, attend the in-person Apprentice Hiring Event on Saturday, April 6 from 10am – 4pm at the Hamilton County Youth Employment Office at Talbert House, 644 Linn Street, Cincinnati, Ohio 45203. Please arrive no later than 11am to begin the application process.
Additional details and a list of what to bring are available here: https://www.artworkscincinnati.org/get-involved/apprenticeships/
RSVP: Grace@ArtWorksCincinnati.org.
Questions? Applicants, parents, guardians, and educators are encouraged to attend ArtWorks’ Summer Apprentice Info Session on Wednesday, March 27 from 6 – 8pm at ArtWorks’ offices, located 2460 Gilbert Ave., Cincinnati, Ohio 45206.

Summer Apprentice Info Session
2024-03-27 18:00 - 20:00 | ArtWorks, 2429 Gilbert Avenue, Cincinnati, OH, 45206, United States
Learn more about what it’s like to be an ArtWorks Apprentice and how to apply by attending an information session. Applicants, parents, guardians, and educators are all welcome to attend these events.
Please RSVP to Grace@ArtWorksCincinnati.org.

CRC Bond Hill Mural Dedication
2024-03-21 15:00 - 17:00 | Bond Hill Community Center, 1501 Elizabeth Pl, Cincinnati, Ohio, 45237, United States
Join ArtWorks and the Cincinnati Recreation Commission (CRC) to celebrate the completion of the CRC Bond Hill Mural on Thursday, March 21, from 3–5 p.m. at the Bond Hill Community Center.
Official presentation begins at 3:30 p.m.
Designed by Cincinnati-based independent artist Ciara LeRoy, this recently completed, visually captivating indoor mural is inspired by Bond Hill’s historical architecture and African-American/Black culture and textile patterns. The mural aims to build community and connectivity amongst all that experience it through its positive, bright, bold, graphic elements.
This event is free and open to the public. Please RSVP here: https://4agc.com/commerce_pages/577cc274-5c0d-459c-8bb7-09a6c266bd67
Lead Teaching Artist: Ciara LeRoy
Teaching Artist: Kelsey Gray
Project Manager: Maria Hart
Apprentices:
Enrique Davis
Eriyon Davis
Evelyn Jones
Eli Kemp
Myah Nared
Grace Stringer
Ar’Myyah Tyus
Lily Wickemeyer
KJ Wright

Crafting Conversation: Art as Protest Exhibition Opening
2024-01-26 17:00 - 19:00 | ArtWorks V2 Gallery, 929 E McMillan St., Cincinnati, OH, 45206, United States
Please join us for the opening of exhibition “Crafting Conversation: Art as Protest” on Friday, January 26 from 5–7 p.m. in ArtWorks’ V2 Gallery.
Under the guidance of Artist Ciara LeRoy, this exhibition explores the ways in which art, handicraft and activism work together toward positive and sustained change. Through our Gallery Fellowship program, artists ages 16-24 learned key moments in activist art history, acquired a variety of hand lettering skills, and have applied their newfound knowledge of craftivism and hand lettering to create their own distinct language of protest through art.
This event is free and open to the public. Works displayed are for sale, with proceeds going directly to the artists. Additional exhibition viewings may be scheduled by appointment.
Ciara LeRoy is a Cincinnati-based independent artist specializing in hand lettering, illustration, murals, and embroidery. Her work is sometimes silly, fun, and smile-inducing, and sometimes filled with visions of a more just and equitable society. Learn more about Ciara at www.prettystrangedesign.com.

Mural Studio Artist Information Session
2023-11-20 18:00 - 19:00 | ArtWorks, 2429 Gilbert Avenue, Cincinnati, OH, 45206, United States
Learn what it’s like to be an ArtWorks Studio Artist and how to apply by attending this free info session.
Applicants, parents, guardians, and educators are all welcome, and your questions and curiosity are encouraged. Attendees will hear from a real Studio Artist on their experience in the role. A virtual option via Microsoft Teams will also be available for those who can’t attend in person.
This event will take place at ArtWorks main offices located at 2460 Gilbert Avenue, Cincinnati, OH 45206. Please email Grace@ArtWorkCincinnati.org to RSVP.
Mural Studio Artist Opportunities
Under the guidance, mentorship, and supervision of professional artists, Mural Studio Artists ages 18 – 24 years old have the unique opportunity to develop skills in mural design, client management, and production. Learn more.

ArtWorks + Esoteric Brewery Mural Tour
2023-11-04 16:00 - 18:00 | Esoteric Brewing Co., 918 E. McMillan Street, Cincinnati, OH, 45206, United States
Join us for a walking ArtWorks Mural Tour and Esoteric beer tasting!
The tour begins at Esoteric Brewery for a tasting of select beers with the Esoteric team. You’ll have a chance to meet and get to know to Estoric’s Artist In-Residence and Walnut Hills Resident Radha Lakshmi.
An official ArtWorks walking mural tour in historic Walnut Hills follows, highlighting murals that embody the unique history and character of the neighborhood. Radha will join the tour as a special storytelling guest to share more about her Mandala Mural being painted at Esoteric Brewery. Learn more about this ArtWorks mural project.
The tour ends back at Esoteric Brewery for an optional post-tour brew.
Only 30 tickets are available, so purchase yours today.
ArtWorks creates community-based public art that provides career opportunities for artists of all ages. Join us this fall in supporting our vital mission by participating in this meaningful tour. Your participation will help us raise essential funds to further our cause.
We extend our heartfelt gratitude to Esoteric Brewing Co. for graciously hosting ArtWorks and our community in their taproom.
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Fourthwall Film Premiere
2023-10-14 18:30 - 20:00 | Union Hall, 1311 Vine Street, Cincinnati, OH, 45202, United States
Fourthwall Youth Studios and ArtWorks presents two short films on Youth Mental Health. “Radio Silence,” a poignant vignette on depression in young people and “Breathless” a fictional narrative on anxiety written, produced and directed this summer by Fourthwall and Artworks filmmaking apprentices.
The youth-focused and youth-led short films were created to help ignite conversations on mental health in our young people and change the narrative on associated stigmas.
These films were produced in collaboration with Artworks with additional support from Fourthwall’s major funders including the Greater Cincinnati Foundation, Fifth Third Foundation, Nellie Leaman Taft Foundation, ArtsWave, Sally & Randy Scott and The Boye Foundation.

Planet Love Dedication + Celebration
2023-10-05 17:00 - 20:00 | 2868 Colerain Ave, 2868 Colerain Avenue, Cincinnati, OH, 45225, United States
Join us for a mural dedication, book launch and exhibition by teen and young adult art apprentices.
Over eight weeks this summer, the True Body Project and ArtWorks joined forces to empower 12 female and gender-expansive youth through trauma-informed programs, including movement and art. The results will share their journeys, raising awareness and exploring solutions to the mental health challenges faced by teenage girls.
This event is free with registration.
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Art Off the Walls: Kick It in the West End
2023-09-30 18:00 - 22:00 | The First Financial Club at TQL Stadium, 1501 Central Pkwy, Cincinnati, Ohio, 45214
Support It—Art for All

Join us for Art Off the Walls, ArtWorks’ fall fundraiser, happening at the First Financial Club in FC Cincinnati’s TQL Stadium, as we paint the night with vivid hues of excitement and creativity to support ArtWorks’ monumental murals, the artists that make them possible, and our mission to create community-based public art that provides career opportunities for artists of all ages.
This year, we invite you to immerse yourself in this celebration of the storied neighborhood of the historic West End, where echoes of local legends like Ezzard Charles and Mamie Smith have inspired countless contemporary citizens and artists across the region.
ArtWorks empowers and engages artists to interpret our community’s stories into inspirational works of art. Your support of this event helps our city come to life with art for all.

Art Off the Walls, Sept. 30, 6 – 10 p.m.
The First Financial Club at TQL Stadium,
1501 Central Pkwy, Cincinnati, OH 45214

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Parts or Pieces Performances + Exhibition Opening
2023-09-29 17:00 - 19:00 | ArtWorks V2 Gallery, 929 E McMillan St., Cincinnati, OH, 45206, United States
CINCINNATI— Cincinnati-based Performance Artist and Curator Noel Maghathe and six young adult artists (ages 18–24) will showcase the results of a month of artistic mentorship at ArtWorks’ V2 Gallery on Friday, Sept. 29. The evening will feature performances by all the artists from 5 to 7 p.m. This public event is free and open to all.
Works made during the ArtWorks Gallery Fellowship Program will be on view at the V2 Gallery from Sept. 29 – Nov. 17. The exhibition includes videos, sculptures, and other objects that represent performances. The works are available for sale during the exhibition, with proceeds going directly to the artists.
Maghathe is a Palestinian American artist with a focus on queer identity, gender, and memory in their artwork. They utilize performance and installation as mediums to foster socially conscious dialogues that center around queer voices. Maghathe has showcased their work on an international scale through exhibitions and performances.
In “Parts or Pieces” Maghathe and the young adult artists use sculpture and performance to generate a series of real and fabricated moments to understand a deep-seated sense of longing for their country, memories, and personal clarity. The young artists will perform reflections in a mirror paired with prose, explore the impact of pollution on aquatic life and confront the consequences of the fishing industry and plastic pollution, share hymns and shoe hanging, delve into the symbolism of Passover and Jewish heritage, and contemplate olives as symbols of consumption and growth, as they engage with interactive and poetic expressions of self, family, and upliftment.
Young adult artists who worked with Maghathe during the program include:

Kapreice Brooks
Pierce Gravenstine
Alexandra Leurck
Faith Lewis
Chay Mills
Alexa Theurling

“ArtWorks is proud to welcome both nationally and locally recognized artists to lead its Gallery Fellowship Program as a master class that gives emerging artists an unparalleled opportunity to study the materials and methods side by side with professional artists and while creating their own unique works of art,” said Colleen Houston, CEO & Artist Director. “By bringing together artists from different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives, this program enriches the artistic landscape, fosters creativity and community building, and empowers aspiring artists to reach new levels of confidence in their artistic career.”
About Noel Maghathe
Maghathe is a Cincinnati-based queer Palestinian artist whose creative tools and performances explore their Palestinian heritage. Their work sheds light on the pain of occupation, their yearning for their homeland, and the complexities of personal identity. Maghathe earned a BFA from the Art Academy of Cincinnati, receiving the Stephen H. Wilder Traveling Scholarship in 2017. In 2022, their art was exhibited at several prominent galleries. They have also served as a Curator-in-Residence at CUE Art Foundation and Wave Pool Gallery, and are currently Curator-in-Residence with Roots & Culture Contemporary Arts Center. Learn more at noelmaghathe.com.
About ArtWorks V² Gallery
The ArtWorks V² Gallery is unlike any other gallery in Cincinnati, focusing on emerging artists. Inspired by ArtWorks’ apprentice program, learning artists have the chance to take part in a master class program to study the tools and techniques of lead artists and create their own individual works of art to exhibit. This gallery is made possible through the generosity of V², also known as Vandell Verdona, a collaboration between longtime ArtWorks supporters Sara and Michelle Vance Waddell and Ron Houck and David Nebel. Special thanks to Model Group for supporting this gallery. The ArtWorks V² Gallery is located at 929 E. McMillan St. in partnership with HER Cincinnati. View the gallery by appointment only. Call 513.333.0388 to schedule. The gallery is closed on holidays.
Who We Are
Since 1996, ArtWorks has collaborated with community organizations and residents, businesses, governments, foundations, and nonprofits to build creative works of art that support the Greater Cincinnati region’s global reputation as an arts destination. ArtWorks has employed and trained over 3,500 professional artists and 4,000 youth, ages 14–24. We invest in our creative economy by creating jobs that support local talent, pairing professional artists to inspire and mentor diverse teams of youth, and helping them build 21st-century career-readiness skills. Over the past 27 years, this collaborative approach has created a citywide gallery with more than 14,000 public and private art projects, including more than 300 permanent outdoor murals.
2460 Gilbert Avenue | Cincinnati, OH 45206
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Wet Paint: Ciara LeRoy
2023-09-28 18:00 - 19:30 | 21c Museum Hotel, 609 Walnut Street, Cincinnati, OH, 45202, United States
Wet Paint is ArtWorks’ quarterly event series that offers a look behind the scenes of our upcoming projects—an array of new art planned for our region—centering on the artists who make our city vibrant.
This month, we’re featuring Ciara LeRoy, a Cincinnati-based independent artist specializing in hand lettering, illustration, murals, and embroidery. In 2017, Ciara started Pretty Strange Design with a mission to make beautifully offbeat creations that inject imagination into everyday life.
In addition, meet the teams behind our next slate of murals hitting the Cincinnati skyline and hear from Apprentices, Teaching Staff and Studio Artists.
Featured Murals:

Walnut Hills/Mandala Mural
Avondale Mural
Cuban Cultural Mural
Bond Hil CRC Murals
ArtWorks Van

Schedule:
6:00 pm – Welcome
Project Presentations – Learn about the newest murals gracing our city
Apprentices Q&A
Artist Talk + Q&A featuring Mural Designer, Ciara LeRoy
7:30 pm – Farewell
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Little Amal Art Activity
2023-09-22 13:00 - 17:00 | Schmidlapp Event Lawn, 124 E Mehring Way, Cincinnati, OH, 45202, United States
Prior to Little Amal’s walk, gather for a Crown Making Workshop led by ArtWorks’ Civic Art Studio.
At 3pm, Amal will journey from Covington to Cincinnati across the John A. Roebling Suspension Bridge. Upon reaching the bridge’s midpoint, Amal will be greeted by children, immigrants, refugees and supporters to receive signs of welcome, including a large-scale crown crafted by ArtWorks’ Civic Art Studio.
After the walk, join ArtWorks and Artists Michael Thompson and Jason Al Ghussein to take part in creating a temporary/mobile mural.
Little Amal’s visit to Cincinnati is presented by Cincinnati Chamber Orchestra with producing partners Cincinnati Compass, Kroger Wellness Festival, and Cincinnati National Underground Railroad Freedom Center.
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Love Wins Mural Dedication
2023-08-27 15:00 - 17:30 | Queen City Radio, 222 W 12th St, Cincinnati, OH, 45202, United States
Join us for a celebration of the Cincinnati Pride + ArtWorks partnership and completion of the “Love Wins” Mural at Queen City Radio.
Learn more about what the mural represents in our community as well as the partnerships that made it possible at ArtWorks’ mural dedication on Sunday, Aug. 27, from 3–5:30 p.m. at Queen City Radio (222 W 12th St).
Official presentation begins at 3:30 p.m.
This event will include music, a chance to hear from Artist Matthew Dayler and project partners, and food and drinks available for purchase from Queen City Radio.
Posters featuring the Love Wins mural design will be available for purchase at the event and through donations at cincinnatipride.org.
This larger-than-life monument to inclusion wouldn’t be possible without the support of Procter & Gamble and the City of Cincinnati’s Career Pathways Initiative
MURAL DEDICATION PROGRAM
Learn more about the creation of this mural in these posts:
ArtWorks and Cincinnati Pride’s “Love Wins” Mural Nearing Completion at Queen City Radio
ArtWorks and Cincinnati Pride proclaim “Love Wins” with vibrant mural this summer

Pones Dance Performance
2023-08-27 14:00 - 14:30 | Cincinnati Shakespeare Company, 1195 Elm St,, Cincinnati, OH, 45202, United States
Immerse Yourself in Expressive Action
FREE – Performance begins at 2:15 p.m.
Eight social justice dance apprentices will share a beautiful, free dance performance inspired by the “Love Wins” mural.
This summer’s program merged Pones’ dance education with ArtWorks’ arts-based workforce model. Apprentices collaborate with pros, research via community engagement, perform authentically, and build their portfolios. This team previously performed a powerful dance in front of ArtWorks’ Casa Colina mural, amplifying its messages of inclusion and diversity.
Join us and view the results of this unique new collaboration.
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Matter Matters Opening
2023-07-28 17:00 - 2023-07-29 19:00 | ArtWorks V² Gallery, 929 E McMillan St, Cincinnati, OH, 45206, United States
Hundreds of colorful straws assembled into an abstract arrangement. Fifty pool noodles arranged on a wall to create a dynamic sculpture. Artist Amelia Key elevates and transforms ordinary objects into beautiful creations by composing collections of everyday ephemera into artworks. This assortment of pieces that creatively incorporate waste materials to highlight their impact on daily life and the environment will be exhibited at Matter Matters in the ArtWorks V2 Gallery from July 28 to September 15.
ArtWorks is holding a free public opening reception on Friday, July 28, from 5 to 7 p.m. at the V2 Gallery. Registrations are requested but not required.
Key and the group of artists worked hard to create a meaningful dialogue about plastic, waste, the environment, and the intricate relationship between materials and concepts. Materials used in the works on view came from a variety of sources, including the Cincinnati Recycling & Reuse Hub, LaSoupe, SIGHT Eyecare and Eyewear in Wyoming, and individual donations.
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Wet Paint Featuring Frank O’Farrell and ArtWorks Apprentices
2023-07-27 18:00 - 19:30 | 21c Museum Hotel, 609 Walnut Street, Cincinnati, OH, 45202, United States
Hear from Frank O’Farrell, Founder of Fourthwall Youth Studios, an award-winning film production and digital media program for the youth of Cincinnati. ArtWorks Apprentices have partnered with Fourthwall to create a captivating film series this summer. This collaborative effort aims to raise awareness about the challenges of mental health and foster a deeper understanding of diverse learning abilities. When the film is completed, it will be distributed to schools, with the goal of reducing stigma and igniting positive action. Get ready to be moved and inspired by these impactful stories.
In addition to this film project, attendees will also hear from ArtWorks Apprentices about other summer projects including murals taking shape inside Kroger’s downtown headquarters, the Hamilton County Garage at Findlay Market, and Rookwood Commons.
This is a FREE event; all are welcome.
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About Fourthwall Youth Studios
Frank O’Farrell created Fourthwall Youth Studios to introduce creative practices and the art of filmmaking to Cincinnati youth who struggle academically. With a focus on developing personal character and 21st-century skills, its mission is to help youth find their voice and express their individuality through digital and performance arts, to change the trajectory of their own lives, those around them, and their community. Since 2015, over 700 young filmmakers have participated in Fourthwall’s various programs, producing almost 100 films and garnering over 60 national, regional and local awards. Many participating students have attended or graduated from some of the country’s best film schools and several have opened their own production companies. In addition to Fourthwall, Frank also teaches at the University of Cincinnati’s Digital Media Collaborative.
About Wet Paint
Wet Paint by ArtWorks is a quarterly event series that offers a look behind the scenes of the organization’s upcoming projects, centering on the artists who make our city vibrant. Since 1996, ArtWorks has employed over 7,000 youth and creative professionals, annually investing around $1.5 million in wages for artists. ArtWorks is inviting the public to learn firsthand about the experience of creating public art and other arts-based projects from the Apprentice Artists and project designers. Each event will feature a series of talks for Apprentice artists and highlight one project designer from the season in an artist talk and Q&A at the event.

Pones Performance at Casa Colina
2023-07-22 19:30 - 20:30 | Casa Colina, 821 Purcell Avenue, Cincinnati, OH, United States
Event by Pones and ArtWorks Cincinnati

“Migration is natural; migration is beautiful.”

Come support Pones and ArtWorks Cincinnati in this first-year endeavor! For the past 8 weeks, eight social justice dance apprentices have been working to research, conceptualize, choreograph, and perform a social justice piece that aligns with the themes of the Casa Colina (House on the Hill) mural in Price Hill.

This ArtWorks mural, designed by artists Karla Batres Gilvin and Bradley Gilvin, incorporates themes of immigration and environmentalism. Apprentices will perform a brief site-specific piece and then be available for a Q&A session about their experiences this summer. Afterwards, join us for an informal afterparty at Veracruz Mexican Restaurant.

Come see what the future of ARTS and ADVOCACY looks like in our city!

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