Art Therapy is the deliberate use of art to meet psychological needs. It is not only to teach art techniques, but to bring about the release of a client’s conflicts, inner thoughts and fantasies through graphic expression. Art therapy is an alternate means of communication and a creative experience that promotes maturation and intellectual growth. It is the use of visual arts as a healing technique. This exhibit celebrates the 2023 licensure of Art Therapy in the state of Ohio. For more information, visit the American Art Therapy Association at arttherapy.org.

Hoard Couture is an ongoing series of wearable art garments that transform everyday materials into bold statements. Each piece explores social, environmental, and personal issues, inviting viewers to question, reflect, and converse. Both provocative and playful, the collection encourages awareness as the first step toward change. Artist Judi Krew, a painter and educator since 1982, holds a BFA from the University of Akron and a Master of Arts Education from Case Western Reserve University in partnership with the Cleveland Institute of Art.