In-Person Exhibitions
Our in-person exhibitions showcase our artists’ artwork and provide communities access to high-quality art, wellness workshops with professional instructors, and exciting art prizes.
Art-&-Adversity Awareness Workshops
We host workshops that are centered around art and adversity. During these events, we discuss how art impacts issues on mental, physical, and societal challenges. Download our free printable templates from our shop and join us!
Upcoming Events
Past Workshops & Events
‘Making Cards’ (February 2024)
In the spirit of altruism and heartfelt gestures, we recently hosted an inspiring Instagram Live event hosted by Maryam Sedadi, known among her followers as @kimyacollection or the ‘Card Queen’.
‘Artful Giving,’ (November 2023)
On November 11, local Santa Ana nonprofit organization, The Art Spread, hosted ‘Artful Giving’, a day to honor Veterans, come together to enjoy all things art, and enjoy French cuisine at local restaurant, Roquette Cafe.
Healing Through Art (May 2023)
On May 20, 2023, local Santa Ana nonprofit organization, The Art Spread, hosted ‘Healing Through Art’, an art fair that promoted mental health awareness through creative exercises. The Art Spread’s mission is to lead artists with adversity to success and build a supportive environment for everyone struggling with mental, physical, and societal challenges. At ‘Healing Through Art,’ the fair welcomed everyone to experience accessible art, complimentary food and drink, and creative, holistic approaches to issues facing the community.
International Women’s Day (March 2023)
To celebrate International Women’s Day, we hosted an IG Live Studio Session to recognize the achievements of women and raise awareness about issues relating to gender inequality.
Making Cards! (January 2023)
The one and only Card Queen, Maryam Sedadi takes us inside the studio live on IG to help us craft one-of-a-kind and personalized cards just in time for Valentine’s Day-a time to celebrate romance, love, and all of the smitten googly-eyed-themed sentiments.
The Value of Homemade Gifts (December 2022)
Multi-colored, flickering lights line the streets and homes during the holiday season; mimicking shimmering clusters of stars draping over the night. Christmas bulbs strung together set the mood for the time of year that we have all come to know as Christmas.
‘IMPACT’ Exhibition (November 2022)
On November 12, we hosted ‘IMPACT’ Exhibition at Gong Art Gallery in Newport Beach, CA. ‘IMPACT’ is a curated visual conversation influenced by art from adversity. Featuring 10 international artists, ‘IMPACT’ brings the community together to experience the power and purpose of art. The exhibition, like all of our events, was free to the public, hosted art auctions, and offered complimentary refreshments.
Social Anxiety Awareness Event (September 2022)
The theory behind the use of artistic therapeutic expression suggests the use of art, drawing, painting, writing, sculpting, or otherwise can alleviate negative feelings associated with anxiety while also helping to form alliances and strengthen bonds between ourselves and others experiencing the same which aligns with The Art Spread’s mission on building a supportive community for everyone experiencing mental, physical, and societal challenges.
IG Live Studio Session with JD
To read about an artist is to gain a deeper appreciation of their work, it allows us to absorb and understand the mystery behind their creativity. During our IG Live Studio Session, we get a glimpse into the mind of NYC Artist and Muralist, JD who started using art as an outlet to unleash the intensity of his imagination, a cathartic release to transform the intrusive ruminations of thought into a tangible aesthetic medium thereby making the invisible visible, a therapeutic approach in creating a welcoming reflection of his inner mind.
National Minority Mental Health Awareness Event (July 2022)
On July 23, 2022, we hosted our ‘National Minority Mental Health Awareness’ Virtual Event, where we talked about artists and mental health in minority communities, all while painting. We had an incredible time with you and wanted to continue the meaningful conversation through this blog. Read, comment, share and let us know what you thought!
Debut ‘Art and Mental Health Awareness’ Exhibition (May 2022)
Our Art & Mental Health Awareness Exhibition was such a special event, thanks to our donors, the City of Santa Ana, our supporters, artists, board and committee members, Chapter One, and everyone who helped make this Exhibition perfect! The ‘Art & Mental Health Awareness’ Exhibition was meant to bring the community together, highlight the importance
One Year Celebration Event (March 2022)
We had the best time celebrating our one year anniversary with you! Read about our celebrations and hear what our guest speakers had to say.
Love & Loneliness Awareness Event (February 2022)
At our Love & Loneliness Awareness Event, we painted Valentine’s Day Cards and talked all things art!
Human Rights Awareness Event (December 2021)
We want to thank our guest speakers and attendees for joining our Human Rights Awareness Event
Gratitude Awareness Event (November 2021)
Our Gratitude Awareness Event gave us in depth stories on how gratitude influences our artists’ work and what it means when they sell their pieces.
Grief Awareness Event (October 2021)
Grieving through art can be cathartic. At our event, we talked about historic and contemporary artists who used art as a form of emotional release.
Paralympics Awareness Event (August 2021)
On Saturday, August 21st, 2021, we hosted the Paralympics Awareness Event. We discovered the history of the Paralympics as we painted and discuss the meaning behind the “Spirit in Motion” logo. You can still download our template and paint using your team’s favorite colors! We started by giving the incredible history behind the Paralymipcs. In
Healthy Vision Awareness Event (July 2021)
Healthy Vision Awareness We recognized Healthy Vision Awareness on Saturday, July 17th. I appeared virtually from paradise, in Maui, Hawaii. It was a fantastic event that taught us a ton about our eyesight. We want to thank our special guest speaker/contemporary artist Kurt Weston, who is a world renowned photographer and disability rights advocate. We also want to
Brain Awareness Event (June 2021)
We want to thank everyone for attending our Brain Awareness Event on Saturday, June 19! We had such a good time learning about Multiple Sclerosis, strokes and brain conditions’ impact on art.
Mental Health Awareness Event (Updated May 2022)
We want to thank our attendees and special guests for joining the Mental Health Awareness – Art in the Park event. We talked about art therapy and how it is expressive and self-coping. We shared our experiences with mental struggles. Even historical and contemporary art icons experienced mental illnesses, anxiety and depression. Art is an incredibly powerful way to share how you feel without using a single word.
Earth Awareness Event (April 2021)
We had a fantastic Earth Day Awareness Event! Here’s a recap of what happened, including pictures of our attendees and our art pieces.
Virtual Launch Event (March 2021)
On March 27, 2021, The Art Spread held its Launch Event. We had an amazing attendance! It meant so much to Rawan and I that our attendees took time out of their Saturday to learn about The Art Spread’s mission and purpose. For those with suggestions, we sincerely encourage you to leave comments in the
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