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Our Vision

Our Vision

We believe that everyone is an artist and that being a part of the creative processes of the studio benefits all members of the community - including those who are most marginalized within our communities. Art making is an activity enjoyed by people of all ages, abilities, and from all walks of life. When people create together in the supportive, non-judgemental atmosphere of the studio they begin to relate to one another through the process and expressive qualities of their work, rather than the type of person they may perceive someone else to be. This not only enables people to make and share art that matters to them, but provides opportunities for people to connect with one another and discover creative, constructive ways of addressing the barriers that they face, encouraging collaboration, and the development of happier, healthier communities.

 

The LivingRoom Community Art Studio will:

 

CONTRIBUTE to the well-being and stability of our community by providing a working model of a non-institutional community art setting that sustains and improves community mental health and social capital.


ESTABLISH a safe, non-judgemental space where people from all walks of life can come to make meaning of their experiences and connect with others through constructive, arts based activities.


PROMOTE positive Self Identities and BUILD Self-Esteem through acknowledging and celebrating the uniqueness of every individual and their creative accomplishments, reinforcing the value of their work through positive feedback and public exhibitions.


ENHANCE the lives of those members of our community who feel most marginalized by providing them with a place where they can be defined as creators and artists, and not by the challenges they may regularly face.


STRENGTHEN relationships between community members and organizations by bringing together people who might not otherwise interact, to talk and make art about what matters to them, and to learn about one another and the worlds in which they live.


INSPIRE community driven action through providing people with opportunities to contribute to and collaborate on group art projects and exhibits that acknowledge, examine and address the issues and themes that impact them and their Communities.


EMPOWER community members through highlighting skills and knowledge they already possess by providing manageable ways of transmitting those resources to others through workshops, skill shares and studio mentoring.


PROVIDE income to local community members through providing them with regular opportunities to exhibit and sell their artwork and handicraft to the public.


ENCOURAGE social equity and inclusivity by making the arts accessible for everyone and providing individuals and families who may not have regular access to arts activities and events with regular and ongoing opportunities to participate for free.


INCREASE cultural vitality through engaging community members in arts activities and community events that broaden their understanding of what art is, and who artists are.