Art Beyond Limit: Inner and Outside World | June 7-8, 2025
June 7 Saturday 2pm – 8pm (Reception begins at 5pm)
June 8 Sunday 10am- 2pm
ADMISSION: Free and open to the public. RSVP for reception is required
With generous support from the New York State Council on the Arts, CIDA (Community Inclusion & Development Alliance) is proud to present Art Beyond Limit: Inner and Outside World, a powerful and heartfelt group exhibition showcasing the work of artists with disabilities from the CoSpire Art Fellowship Program. The exhibition will be held June 7–8, 2025, at One Art Space in Tribeca, NYC. An opening reception will take place on June 7 at 5 PM with complimentary wine and refreshments.
This dynamic exhibition invites visitors into the minds and imaginations of emerging artists who explore their inner thoughts, dreams, and experiences through painting, drawing, and mixed media. From intimate self-portraits and nostalgic collages to whimsical animal realms and animated fantasy scenes, Art Beyond Limit reveals the rich emotional and intellectual landscapes of artists with exceptional needs.
Free and open to the public, the exhibition offers a unique opportunity to experience how creativity can transcend limitations and foster dialogue, inclusion, and personal expression. The event is hosted and organized by CIDA, with special thanks to the Korean Association of New York Artists (KANA) for their vital volunteer contributions in exhibition design, outreach, and coordination.
CIDA’s Art Fellowship Program is made possible with funding from the New York State Council on the Arts, with support from the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature.
About the CoSpire Art Fellowship Program
CoSpire is CIDA’s workforce development initiative designed to create inclusive and sustainable careers for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD).
The Employment Program provides job training, internships at CoSpire Café, and support for direct job placement in the retail and service sectors. The CoSpire Art Fellowship offers mentorship, skill-building, and opportunities for artists with I/DD to exhibit and sell their work, helping them build lasting careers in the arts.
Both programs support CIDA’s mission to build inclusive communities by partnering with local businesses and organizations to promote diversity and belonging.
Learn more about the artists and their work at: www.cospireny.com/artbeyond2025.
About CIDA
CIDA (Community Inclusion & Development Alliance) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization committed to empowering families and individuals with exceptional needs. Through advocacy, parent training, community building, and workforce development, CIDA promotes equitable access to education, skills training, and economic opportunities. CIDA envisions a future where every individual can achieve independence, participate fully in society, and live a fulfilling life.
Learn more: www.cidainfo.com/who-we-are-2
