Fervent Fruition and Grieving Landscapes present an unexpected collaboration between two artists of different disciplines within the same space. Upon learning they could share the gallery, Cohen and Lawson jumped at the chance to explore where their individual projects might intersect. The thematic touchstone of collective grief unites their work, and with that subject in mind, January’s Artist Commune event—where artists gather at Urban Arts Space to create art and network—will focus on expressing personal grief through a free SoulCollage® workshop.
Alongside trained facilitator MJ Abell, participants will create collages from found images, allowing introspection through imagery. This interactive mode of self-discovery presents a chance to play and create something intuitively or with intention and reflection. Founded by Seena B. Frost, SoulCollage® is an easy, enjoyable, and intuitive process.
Visitors are invited to stay for the Grieving Landscapes performance at 6:00 PM as well as the closing reception for both shows from 7:30–8:30 PM at Urban Arts Space.
This is a free event, but attendees are encouraged to RSVP so that enough supplies will be available! Participants are invited to bring their own photos to incorporate into their collages.
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About MJ Abell: MJ Abell is a poet, SoulCollage® facilitator, and workshop leader. She is strongly committed to her own personal growth and providing others opportunities for creative expression and self-discovery. MJ leads virtual and in-person SoulCollage workshops through the Veteran Arts Initiative. This Veteran Affairs program offers opportunities for growth and community through creative expression.
She has also created workshops for the Thurber House, the Spirituality Network, and the Jung Association of Central Ohio. The Ohio Arts Council awarded her an Individual Artist Fellowship for her poetry. She’s known for her warmth and her engaging style.
Drawing on her experience in corporate and university settings, MJ also helps individuals and teams increase their self-awareness and effectiveness through Strengths and DISC assessments and professional development workshops.
Artist Commune is a recurring event hosted by Urban Arts Space that allows artists and the community to come together to create art, discuss art, and network.
