Creative Growth

Don’t miss Beyond Trend | May 30, 2026! For 15 years, Beyond Trend has redefined what fashion can be. Join us at one of the Bay Area’s most electrifying fashion events, where 100+ artists with disabilities from Creative Growth Art Center take the runway in looks entirely of their own creation! We’ve Got Quite the Party: 4:00 PM — Welcome reception with soundscapes by FELA KUTCHii 5:00 PM — Runway show with a curated drag performance by Oaklash 6:30 PM — Art & fashion pop-up shop VIP Ticket Includes: 7:00 PM — Dinner by 20 of the Bay’s most celebrated chefs 8 PM - Live performance by 3x Grammy winner Fantastic Negrito (and more delicious surprises Beyond Trend is Creative Growth’s largest annual fundraiser. Every ticket and donation directly supports the essential operations of this historic organization. Can’t make it in-person? Stream it LIVE, from anywhere, for just $35. 🎟️ Support & Attend → link in bio or creativegrowth.org/bt2026 Cohosted by: @kimpaper and @Macmodernappealingclothing Inaugural Kim Hastreiter Amazing Award Recipient: @JerrySaltz Honoree: @MatthewHiggs2015 _____ #BeyondTrend #BT2026 #RunwayShow #Fundraiser

Celebrating Disability Pride Month with a heartfelt look at our journey. 💚 Swipe to see the incredible evolution of Creative Growth, from our humble beginnings to today. The side-by-side photos of our team and artists, past and present, tell a story of resilience, creativity, and unwavering dedication. For 50 years, Creative Growth has proudly stood as the first nonprofit of its kind, championing the talents and dreams of artists with disabilities. Our journey is a testament to the power of inclusion and the beauty that arises when everyone’s unique voice is celebrated. Disability Pride is more than a month—it’s the heart of who we are. It’s a reminder of the strength, joy, and creativity that our artists bring to the world every day. We’re so grateful for our incredible community and supporters who have been with us every step of the way. Here’s to 50 years of breaking barriers and creating art that moves the world. 💫 _ 📸: @withlove_schmikie Image 1: This black-and-white photograph features a large group of people gathered in front of a brick building with a sign reading “Creative Growth.” The group consists of individuals of various ages and abilities, all smiling and raising their hands in celebration. Image 2: A diverse group of people gathered in an artistic studio filled with materials and artworks. Smiles and casual poses suggest a friendly, creative atmosphere. The lighting is soft and natural, highlighting the space’s communal and inclusive vibe. #CreativeGrowth #CreativeGrowth50 #ArtistsWithDisabilities #DisabilityPrideMonth

At the Living Museum, we are not soloists — we are an orchestra. Collaboration, co-creation, and a strong culture of support are at the heart of everything we do. That is why we are especially excited to welcome an inspiring line-up of friends, progressive studios, and partner social arts nonprofit initiatives to LIVING MUSEUM X OPEN INVITATIONAL during Art Basel Week. These organizations are united by a shared commitment to artistic practice, inclusion, accessibility, and the transformative potential of art to strengthen communities. We are proud to celebrate their work, their artists, and the spirit of collaboration that brings this growing network together in Basel. 
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@progressiveartstudiocollective @studioroute29 @tierradelsolstudios 15–20 June 2026
Franck Areal Basel @franck_areal Full participant line-up:
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Beyond Trend this year is so much more than a fashion show or a fundraiser. It’s soundscapes by @felakutchii , drag guest star performances by @oaklashdrag , and a joyful presentation of 100 local artists who have designed and modeled their own looks. It’s a fashion and art pop-up shop, a living gallery of expression, and for VIP guests, a Grammy Award–winning performance by Fantastic Negrito with dinner curated by Bay Area All Stars. It’s also an opportunity to celebrate alongside cultural icons like Kim Hastreiter, MAC (Modern Appealing Clothing), Jerry Saltz, and Matthew Higgs. But at its core, Beyond Trend is about raising essential funds to support not only artists with disabilities, but the role of art in all our lives. Visit CreativeGrowth.org/BT2026 to purchase a ticket to this one of a kind event. We’ll see you May 30th at Ciel Creative Space. —— #CreativeGrowth #BeyondTrend #Fashion #Runway #Fundraiser

Join us at Franck Areal during Art Basel Week, June 15-20th⁠ ⁠ We're honored to join Living Museum x Open Invitational for an international gathering of progressive art studios, artists, and art organizations shaping the future of socially engaged art practices. Creative Growth will be exhibiting the artwork of Ying Ge Zhou, George Willson, and Joseph Alef. ⁠ ⁠ Living Museum x Open Invitational⁠ June 15–20, 2026⁠ 📍Franck Areal,Basel, Switzerland⁠ ⁠ Full line-up and program at OpenInvitational-Basel.com⁠ Link in Bio⁠ _______⁠ #CreativeGrowth #ArtBasel #BaselArtWeek2026

Yield To Color Opening Reception, tonight in LA Saturday, May 9, 5–7pm For our second collaboration with DON’T LOOK Projects, we invite viewers to Yield To Color. This exhibition explores the tension between disciplined structure and vibrant, uninhibited expression through the works of Julian Ou and Rosa Giron. Join us in tonight in LA to celebrate! 📍 DON’T LOOK Projects 461 N Western Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90004 On view May 9 – June 27, 2026 More information at DontLookProjects.com —— #CreativeGrowth #RosaGiron #JulianOu

Opening Reception Tomorrow, May 8th: Home Show Our annual Home Show transforms the gallery into a design showroom for artful living. This year’s exhibition features hand painted curtains, decorative pillows, a ceramic fountain, custom coffee table, looped rugs, woodcut wall sconces, wall textiles, and the small treasures that bring warmth and character to everyday spaces. Each piece is an original artwork that makes your home feel uniquely yours. The Home Show includes solo installations by Pilar Aguilera and Lauren Dare. Please join us tomorrow from 5–8pm at the Creative Growth Gallery. Home Show will be on view through June 27, 2026. Artist Led Exhibition Tour on Saturday, June 2 from 2:30-3:30 pm Updated Gallery Hours: Wednesday–Friday, 10am–4pm Saturday, 10am–3pm _________ #CreativeGrowth #HomeShow #InteriorDesign #HomeDecor ArtExhibition OpeningReception

Opening Reception May 8th! Meet Lawrence Choy 🏸 featured artist in the upcoming Home Show exhibition, May 8 - April 27 Drawn by the challenge of using racquets as a loom and frame, he began weaving ten colorful yarns through rackets, inventing his own approach with the help of Anne Meade, Creative Growth’s Fiber Art Facilitator. Many of the rackets are donated by friends of Creative Growth gathered from rummage sales or pulled from personal collections. For Lawrence, these pieces reminds him of learning to play tennis with his dad as a kid. He laughs thinking about how his father would chase down the balls while he practiced his swing. Learn more about Lawrence and the Home Show exhibition through the link in our bio. _______ #CreativeGrowth #LawrenceChoy #ArtistProfile #SanFranciscoArtist BayAreaArtist FiberArtist Weaving

Home is Where The Art Is 🏡💖⁠ ⁠ It's also at our upcoming exhibition, Home Show from May 8 - June 27, 2026.⁠ ⁠ For the Home Show, our gallery transforms into a design showroom, celebrating the intersection of art and function.⁠ ⁠ What kind of work is on view? Custom lamps, hand-looped rugs, decorative wall lighting, coffee tables, soft-sculptures, birdhouses, fountains, weavings, ceramic dishware and more. ⁠ ⁠ Opening Reception: May 8th 6-8pm at the Creative Growth Gallery, with a champagne toast for Members from 5-6pm. ⁠ ⁠ Gallery Hours: Monday - Friday 10-4pm, Saturday 10-3pm. ⁠ _____⁠ #CreativeGrowth #HomeShow #HomeDecor #InteriorDesign⁠ ⁠ Featured Artwork:⁠ Slide 1: Natascha Haehlen, Pink House, 2026, 20 x 19 in ⁠ Slide 2 (left to right, top to bottom)⁠ 1.Maureen Clay, Untitled, 2026, 23 x 19 x 4.5 in⁠ 2. Jade Saren, A Puzzle of Shakespeare, 2025, 19 x 19 in⁠ 3. Susan Janow, Untitled, 2026, Acrylic ink on pillow, 19 x 19 x 5 in⁠ 4. Melissa Poe, How Much I Love Small Dogs, Rug, 2026, 18.5 x 24 in ⁠ 5. Akasha Canonizado, Untitled, Acrylic and ink on wood chair, 2026⁠ 6. Barbara Mealey, Untitled, 2026, 13.5 x 16.5 x 5 in⁠ 7. Lawrence Choy, Untitled, Ceramic, ND⁠ 8. Natascha Haehlen, Pink House, 2026, 20 x 19 in ⁠ 9. Monica Valentine, Untitled, 2026, Pins and sequins in styrofoam, 6.5 x 4.5 x 4.5 in⁠ 10. George Wilson, Untitled, Mixed media on lampshade,11.5 x 7 x 8 in ⁠ 11. Mayra Gonzalez, Untitled, MGo 67, 2025, 25.5 x 14 x 11 in ⁠ 12. Kathy Zhong, Untitled, Embroidery and ink on pillow, 12 x 17 x 4 in

Purchase your Beyond Trend tickets ✨ Join us May 30th for a celebration of wearable art created and modeled by Creative Growth artists. This year’s event, co-hosted by @kimpaper and @macmodernappealingclothing , honors Pulitzer Prize-winning art critic @jerrysaltz and @matthewhiggs2015 , Director and Chief Curator of White Columns. VIP Tickets include: • Cocktail reception & premium runway seating • Exclusive access to the art & fashion pop-up store • Spectacular dinner by 20 of the Bay’s most celebrated chefs • Live performance by 3x Grammy winner Fantastic Negrito GA Tickets include: • Cocktail reception & seated runway ticket • DJ soundscapes by FELA KUTCHii • Drag performances by Oaklash • Exclusive access to the art & fashion pop-up store Seats are limited, so grab yours now! Link in bio 🎟️✨ Learn More: /BT2026 __________ #BeyondTrend #RunwayShow #Fundraiser

Susan Janow is on view in “Self-Made: A Century of Inventing Artists”, a group show, at the @afamuseum , a major exhibition challenging outdated narratives about self-taught artists. The exhibition runs opens this Friday, April 10th in New York. Self-Made centers sixty artists who have depicted and identified themselves on their own terms. Organized around self-portraits, alter egos, and autobiographies, the exhibition places artists’ agency at the heart of interpretation. When you visit, pay close attention to the spatial rhythm of Janow’s compositions. Her work purposefully never fills the page. Her intentional use of negative space creates a magnetic, lingering tension. 📍 American Folk Art Museum, NYC 🗓 Opens April 10 ____________ #SusanJanow #AmericanFolkArtMuseum #CreativeGrowth #FolkArt #ContemporaryArt

What’s happening in the studio? 🤔 Creative Growth magic is what!⁠ ⁠ There's no theme of the week and no pressure to make a certain type of work. There are materials, space, guidance when requested, and the freedom to follow wherever your idea leads.⁠ ⁠ Want to spend months perfecting a single painting? Go for it. Feel like building masks today and switching to ceramics tomorrow? That works too.⁠ ___________⁠ #CreativeGrowth #ArtStudio #ArtistsAtWork #WorkInProgress #StudioLife #ContemporaryArt #CreativeCommunity⁠ ⁠ Artist Featured: ⁠ 1. Donna Kurtz⁠ 2. Jade Saren⁠ 3. William Scott⁠ 4. Jamie Fried