Artful Journey Studio
Where Creativity Meets Wellness
The Artful Journey Studio and Grow House will bridge the worlds of creativity and wellness. It is a place that fosters and welcomes innovation and ideas. We envision a space filled with the sounds of laughter and music. It will feature a designated workshop area and lofted accessory dwelling units (ADUs) to provide additional affordable housing in our neighborhood.
Made possible by AWCCF
We are honored to celebrate the support of the Allen Whitehill Clowes Charitable Foundation for the art and wellbeing space at Aspire House – a lasting tribute to the power of creativity, community, and those who make a meaningful difference.
Art Classes
From painting, drawing, sculpting, and crafting, we will offer a variety of art classes in our new studio space.
Ceramics 101
Our inaugural art class taught the basics of ceramics design and structure with a trained instructor.
Wellness Classes
We are excited to offer classes that merge wellness and art. More information will be available soon.
Public Arts Corridor
Aspire House and the Herron School of Art and Design at Indiana University-Indianapolis share a history of collaboration centered on community development and arts engagement. The initiative was born from discussions led by Sharon Clark in Fall 2023. From these conversations, a shared vision emerged: a public arts corridor that will enrich and reflect the surrounding community. Project support has been provided by the Allen Whitehill Clowes Charitable Foundation through the Indy Arts Council.
This project will bring seven public sculptures to the Aspire House Campus. Herron faculty members will provide students with an apprentice-style learning experience by building large-scale public works while teaching skills in engineering, fabrication, and project management. Faculty will then support students in the creation of their public sculptures, fostering the next generation of public artists.
At the core of this project is a commitment to equity and opportunity. We exclusively hire students who demonstrate financial need, prioritizing BIPOC students, women, and historically underrepresented artists. Through this initiative, we seek to radically transform the future of public art – empowering emerging artists with the skills, experience, and visibility needed to shape more inclusive public spaces.
The Sculptures
Blight to Light
