ArtISability: February 2014

Friday, February 28, 2014

ArtISability Has Kicked Off!

One pilot program commence today with six keen artists arriving to stamp the feet on the Ipswich Arts Community . . . Not only did they amaze us . . . they amazed themselves as well . . .

Hidden Talent in Ipswich!

Exploring Colour!

From the earth

Abstract Workshop

Developing Skills in Sculpture

From the earth

Founded in 2013

Debbie designed the concept of ArtISability while undertaking leadership training with the Nationals Leaders For Tomorrow Program. The program trained 200 leaders with disabilities to be advocates in their chosen fields.

Debbie embarked on training allowing to work in the arts Industry. Using her experience as President of Community Access Transitional Services and her passion for visual arts she designed a program that would enable other artists to have a professional voice in there local arts community.

Debbie is a local Ipswich Poet, Author and Artists having served the local arts community in various roles for the last 14 years.

If you want Deb to do something, just tell her she can't and step back and let her prove you wrong!

Accessible Information

Please let us know if you need any of our downloadable documents in another format or you need us to call to and deliver the information over the telephone or in person.

You can choose the person you would like to support you in either applying for a job with us or applying for a place in our program. ArtISability is committed to focusing on ability and enabling our staff and participants to cross the barriers society has created.

We also encourage people with disabilities including mental illness to submit an express of interest in presenting workshops on our behalf and can support artists to write their workshop materials and provide trainee ships and mentors during the process.

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Friday, February 28, 2014

ArtISability Has Kicked Off!