Catching Up with Some “Inspire” Artists

Posted by Zach Moning

Published on March 20, 2026

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A man speaking with a speech bubble that says "There's no place like foam" at Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park, promoting arts and community events. Playhouse in (and outside) the Park
Man demonstrating woodworking skills at ArtsConnect event, promoting arts education and community engagement through hands-on art activities. Connecting through art with ArtsConnect

Every year, your gift to ArtsWave supports a group of local artists whose projects interpret the themes of our time, each focused on the preservation and advancement of BIPOC arts and culture.

We checked in with some of this year’s Inspire Artist Grant recipients to see what they’re working on, what they’ll bring to the community and what your support means to them.

A man speaking with a speech bubble that says "There's no place like foam" at Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park, promoting arts and community events. Playhouse in (and outside) the Park
Man demonstrating woodworking skills at ArtsConnect event, promoting arts education and community engagement through hands-on art activities. Connecting through art with ArtsConnect