Welcome to momentum
Momentum Studio is housed in Suite 109 at Mainframe Studios with a connected gallery space in Suite 103. It is a free program for individuals who identify as having a disability or mental health condition; no registration or paperwork. Our door is open for anyone– no artistic talent is required. Our studio is filled with abundant supplies, supportive staff, and an inclusive community of artists. We offer free art workshops, instruction from our trained staff, and even art exhibition opportunities.
Schedule Studio Appointment About UsAnnual Exhibit
Momentum’s annual Works of Growth and Recovery Exhibition is open to any Central Iowa artist with disabilities or mental health conditions. Applications open in August of every year and each artist may submit up to 3 pieces that will go through a jurying process, done by a new guest juror each year. The pieces that are chosen will be displayed during the exhibition.
Works of Growth and Recovery
Our annual exhibition
Events
Momentum participates in Mainframe First Fridays the first Friday of every month, where we feature one or more artists in our gallery space, Suite 103. Artists are welcome to share and sell their art, as well as network with other artists in the building.
EventsOur services
Momentum provides free studio space for anyone who ‘self-identifies’ as having a disability or mental health condition and is located right in the heart of Des Moines’ artist community, Mainframe Studios.
ServicesOur community
Our community is made up of artists living with a disability or mental health condition. Our space is made for peer support and mentoring to unleash the full potential of our collective community. Come experience the joys of art and community.
Our community
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Do you have accommodations you may need in the studio? Interested in how you can become involved? Or maybe you have some art skills to share. Click below to reach out for more information.
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