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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.

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Short promo video/invitation to TEN PLUS TEN. Please feel free to share this clip on H’Art!

H'Art of Ottawa Promo Video

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Friends,

The folks at SAW Gallery have thrown open their doors and generous friends of H'Art have organized a party on May 25th from 7-10pm. The evening will feature live entertainment, a silent and a live auction, some great treats to nibble on, and a cash bar. But at the center of the event will be the art work that H'Art of Ottawa's artists have created as a result of workshops put on by 10 of Ottawa's professional artists.

Come and see how their inspiring time at the H'Art Studio has been interpreted in our talented artists' work….and meet some of the artists who have donated their time and talent to help H'Art of Ottawa build a broader network into the arts community ! Drop in and rub shoulders with Centretown Ward Counsellor Diane Holmes, Mayor Jim Watson, and Ottawa-Centre MPP Yassir Naqvi who will be in attendance that evening to wish H'Art of Ottawa success as we unveil our ambitious plans for the next ten years.

All proceeds from the evening will go support the programming at H'Art of Ottawa. Don't miss a moment of what promises to be an exciting evening of entertainment, fun, friends, and great art. Please feel free to share this invitation with friends and family…we look forward to welcoming you all!

Mark it on your calendars!!

H’Art of Ottawa Studio
the studio that supports and promotes artists with intellectual disabilities

invites you to share in the celebration of our

10th Anniversay!!!

ten plus ten

at SAW gallery
67 Nicholas Street Ottawa

Friday, May 25, 2012
7-10 pm

we will be celebrating
our past ten years and our next ten years
to celebrate this event, H’art has collaborated with
ten ottawa artists-come and see the results!

paintings
Fundraising auction and raffle
Slide show – ten years!
live music
food
bar

artists, families, friends, supporters, everyone is welcome!
If you are unable to attend, you can still support H’Art:
Donate:
H’Art’s Charitable # 834484073 RR0001
www.hartofottawa.ca
613-234-8497
Check back for details and updates!!

H'Art of Ottawa Gift Certificates are available!

please call or visit the studio
(613)234-8497

Thank you to Starlight Children's Foundation Canada (www.starlightcanada.org) for the generous donation of office furniture. ... and many thanks to Good Day Workshop (www.gooddayworkshop.org) whose kind staff moved and set up the new furniture.

Congratulations to H'Art of Ottawa artist Analisa Kiskis whose work will be featured in the "Perceptions" exhibition being held at Ottawa City Hall Art Gallery, 110 Laurier Avenue West, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Show will run from December 3 to January 16, 2011

The Celebration of People, Artistic Excellence Award
Dec. 3, 2009

We are thrilled to announce H'Art artist Andre Lanthier
is the 2009 recipient of the "Artistic Excellence Award".

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