Accessible Expressions Ohio
Accessible Expressions Ohio (AEO) is an adjudicated, statewide exhibition and tour of visual art that began in 1996. The program is an opportunity for artists of all ages to demonstrate their abilities. The goals of the program are to provide professional development opportunities for artists to create, exhibit and sell their art, recognize all ability levels, and present art by people with disabilities in inclusive settings.
Beginning each fall, artists respond to a Call for Art and submit entries to the Youth (18 and under), Emerging, or Professional categories. A select number of high-quality pieces are selected to form the tour from the photographs of the art entered.
An Opening Ceremony held in February is an opportunity to recognize all participants. An adjudication is held for first, second and third place in each category, as well as Best in Show and People’s Choice.
The artwork tours to diverse sites across Ohio for the rest of the year, where sales of the artwork are encouraged.
AEO 2010 Catalog
Click here to download a pdf version of the Accessible Expressions Ohio 2010 Catalog. If you would like to purchase a piece of this art please call 614-241-5325.
Bring AEO to your community!
VSA Ohio is always looking for sites to host AEO. Scheduling the exhibit is easy – dates and the number of pieces displayed are flexible. VSAO can also provide a staff member to assist with installation and deinstallation. AEO has been displayed at libraries, government and corporate offices, galleries, and conferences. The exhibit is a great way to make your site visually appealing and help VSAO raise awareness about all abilities. For more information call 614-241-5325 or download the Site Survey and return it to VSAO.
2011 Call for Art
Check back for a text-only version of the call for art to be posted in the fall.
DEADLINE – December 1, 2010