1st Annual Heart Gala “Love is Love” Art Show
Art possesses an extraordinary capacity to communicate, inspire, and foster understanding. In celebrating, art transcends mere expression; it becomes a conduit for change, empowerment, and unity.
The Heart Gala Art Show is not just an event but a testament to the role of art in challenging barriers, igniting conversations, and building bridges within and beyond the our community.
Proceeds from this art show will fund the SoHa HeArts Gala Scholarship, dedicated to nurturing the next generation of artists who aspire to use their creativity as a force for advocacy, reflection, and social progress. By focusing on themes like love, this grant will support young creatives from Haddon Township, who are committed to continued education in the visual arts.
Artists: Pick Up Your Heart Canvas
Pick up your heart canvas and form at the SoHa Arts Building inside 8th & Ash located in the front of the building.
Thursday 11am-5pm, Friday 11am-6pm, Saturday 11am-5pm, Sunday 11am-3pm
The options are endless for what you can create and in any medium not limited to but including: Acrylic painting, oil painting, watercolor painting, spray painting, ink drawing, pastel drawing, charcoal drawing, collage, mixed media, stencil art, digital painting, airbrushing, graffiti, photorealism, pointillism, impasto, dripping, sgraffito, marbling, encaustic painting, silk screening, tempera painting, photography, ceramics, sculpture, printmaking, and textile arts.
Available while supplies last.
Transform this canvas into your masterpiece and return it by Thursday, May 24th, 2024.
The Gala
Date & Time: Saturday, June 8th, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Location: SoHa Arts Building
Overview: Join the Haddon Township Community for a heartwarming evening at the inaugural Heart Gala Art Show in celebration of Love.
Explore the gallery of heart art, engage with fellow art enthusiasts, and perhaps find a heart to call your own.
All hearts displayed are available for purchase, with proceeds directly supporting The SoHa HeArts Gala Scholarship.
Scholarship Vision and Impact:
Art opens doors to dialogues that might otherwise remain closed. Through art, we all can tackle complex themes related to personal growth, expression and identity; encouraging broader engagement and understanding within the community.
This scholarship aims to empower a Haddon Township graduate by providing them with the resources to express their narratives, challenges, and triumphs. It's an investment in voices that advocate for bridging gaps and fostering connection.
Beyond individual support, the scholarship fosters a sense of community and shared purpose. It acknowledges the collective journey of artists and allies who are striving to make a difference through their creativity and passion.
By spotlighting and supporting art, the scholarship underlines the belief that art is not just a reflection of society but a tool to reshape it.
Eligibility and Application:
The SoHa HeART Gala Scholarship is open to Haddon Township graduates who are eager to explore the intersection of art and authenticity. Applicants are encouraged to demonstrate their commitment to using art as a medium for personal growth, expression, or identity, and outlining their vision for how art work has become a tool for these themes in their lives.
Through this scholarship, we hope not only to celebrate the power of art but also to reinforce our commitment to nurturing talent that embodies the spirit of love —courage, authenticity, and self expression.
Whether you're an artist, an art lover, a patron, or an advocate of education and creativity, your involvement makes a difference. Join us in supporting this cause, help us harness the transformative power of art.