H'Art of Ottawa is a unique and innovative art studio where self-expression and a sense of place are encouraged and celebrated for people with developmental disabilities. Through the common language of art and self-expression, the artists of H'Art contribute to the community and the cultural life of Ottawa.

To see paintings visit the STUDIO ARTISTS pages.

UPCOMING ART SHOWS

THE 2009 JANE CAMERON AWARD

H’Art Studio is very pleased and excited to announce:
Jessica Whitney, one of our artists, is the winner of the 2009 Jane Cameron Award! The Jane Cameron Archives Committee (JCAC) and the Canadian Down Syndrome Society (CDSS) established an annual national award for a person with Down Syndrome who displays expertise in the area of the arts. Congratulations to Jessica! Another H’Art Artist, Analisa Kiskis received an honourable mention. Congratulations to Analisa!

Here are some notes and comments from the judges on Jessica’s work:

Jessica Whitney: Winner

• obvious passion/emotion
  
• art is very sophisticated, beyond simple
  
• shows technique, style, consideration
  
• great choice of colour and composition
• really appreciated the way she spoke about her
  work, passion

Another comment… ”The judges are also really impressed overall and thought that H’Art of Ottawa was great, shows a lot and does a lot for their students’ work!”

To view information on the award please check the website:
www.janecameron.com

Information about our art shows is on our art page

H'ART OF OTTAWA PRESENTED WITH EDUCATION AWARD The Celebration of People Awards, December 2005 presented H'Art of Ottawa with the Education Award. Celebration of People marked the United Nations International Day of Disabled Persons. The Celebration of People Awards Dinner honoured 11 individuals and organizations whose innovations and vision create opportunities for people with disabilities to live, work and play in our community. H'ART OF OTTAWA GREETING CARDS H'Art of Ottawa's cards are inspired by the studio artists' paintings. Our cards are available for purchase at the studio. Proceeds from our greeting card sales (private and corporate) help our art studio continue to provide creative, entrepreneurial-based art and literacy programming for adults with developmental disabilities.

 

FUNDING H'Art of Ottawa is generously funded by United Way. The balance of our funding has also come from The Ontario Trillium Foundation, The Down Syndrome Association - National Capital Region, The Community Foundation of Ottawa, as well as day program fees and sales of paintings and greeting cards. Through the greater Ottawa community and through active participation and facilitated activities such as art shows, the artists of H'Art have the opportunity to represent and present their abilities and talents. We would like to thank the following organizations for their support: Down Syndrome Association National Capital Region