| "Artful Lives" exhibit opens September 7, showcases artwork by individuals with developmental disabilities
"Artful Lives," an exhibit of artwork created by individuals with
developmental disabilities, will open with an artists' reception from 6 to 8
p.m. Thursday, September 7, at the Humphrey
Forum, 301 19th Ave. S., Minneapolis. The reception and exhibit are free
and open to the public.
The exhibit was organized by the Humphrey Forum, a museum of government and
politics at the University of Minnesota's Humphrey Institute of Public Affairs,
and Partnership Resources, Inc.
(PRI), an agency that provides employment and artistic opportunities for individuals
with developmental disabilities.
The art exhibit is a unique collaboration, says Humphrey Forum director Steve
Sandell. "Hubert and Muriel Humphrey dedicated much of their public and
private lives to the welfare of individuals with disabilities. 'Artful Lives'
is a chance to highlight their commitment, while showcasing the work of a local
agency and its clients."
PRI executive director Norm Munk agrees. He sees the partnership with the Humphrey
Forum as a way to celebrate artists with disabilities while reminding the public
of Hubert H. Humphrey's fight for civil rights that created these opportunities.
"We want to show the world how art can break down stereotypes and myths,
create business opportunities, and add beauty to the world."
PRI created PARTnerships in 2003. PARTnerships is an artistic and business
venture that allows individuals to train with a professional artist and to create
images that are used in reproductions, such as prints and cards. Clients of
PRI are involved in every aspect of the business, including design, production,
and manufacturing, and receive compensation for their work, as well as from
the sale of their images and paintings.
"Artful Lives" will be on view at the Humphrey Forum from September
7 through November 24, 2006. The exhibit is open 10 a.m.-4 p.m. weekdays and
10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturdays.
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