Firstport

Projects Director - Elisabeth Gibson; General Manager - Anne Knowles. 'Project Ability is based at the Centre for Developmental Arts which manages a multipurpose visual arts workshop and exhibition programme. The gallery is open to the public on weekdays from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.'

Project Ability is a specialist arts organisation that was set up in 1984. Our aim is to open up the visual arts to people of all ages and abilities who find it difficult to attend mainstream activities. The Centre for Developmental Arts (CDA), Project Ability’s base in Glasgow’s Merchant City is a fully accessible, multipurpose arts space with: Two Galleries – exhibiting and selling contemporary artwork by local, national and international disabled artists The Trongate Studios (a resource for people with mental health problems) Workshop space with professional facilities and equipment Each week around 300 people take part in programmes that are our specially designed to suit their abilities and aspirations. Professional artists work with participants to explore and develop their individual artistic style. The current artistic programme focuses on work with: Adults with learning disabilities Children with disabilities Adults with mental health problems People from minority ethnic communities Young people who have experienced homelessness. At the CDA a vibrant exhibition programme showcases just a snapshot of the work that is created by artists in the various projects. Work is often for sale. Our two galleries are open to the public all year round. We also exhibit in many other venues, from art galleries, theatres, offices and restaurants to the annual Glasgow Art Fair. Project Ability offers a specialist arts service and all projects are tailor made. We can be contracted to manage and deliver workshops and exhibitions throughout Scotland. Please contact us for further information.

1. Centre for Developmental Arts
2. 18 Albion Street
3. Glasgow
4. G1 1LH

• Tel: 0141 552 2822
• Fax: 0141 552 3490
• Website: www.project-ability.co.uk

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