Dallas, October 9, 2025
News Summary
Creation Studio in Dallas will host ‘Moments in Time: A Creation Studio Art Show’, showcasing art created by adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The event aims to empower the artists and alter public perceptions towards disabilities through their creative expressions. Scheduled for October 18, the exhibition will feature works created at the studio and offer attendees a chance to purchase art, with proceeds supporting both the artists and the studio’s operations.
Dallas
Creation Studio in Dallas is hosting an exhibition titled Moments in Time: A Creation Studio Art Show to display work by adults with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities. The art show is scheduled for Saturday, October 18, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the studio’s location on 5677 Village Glen Drive, Dallas. The event is intended to give participating artists a public platform and to help change public perceptions about people with disabilities through art.
Lead details
The studio focuses on adults with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities. Creation Studio in Dallas holds art sessions three days a week. Participants are encouraged to explore and create art freely, with a focus on their abilities. The studio operates Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at no cost to artists.
Event purpose and sales
The show will present recent pieces created in the studio and is intended as an empowering public engagement for the artists. Lacey notes that showcasing their art is empowering for the artists, allowing them to engage with the public on their work. Half of the sales revenue from the art sales will go to the artists, while the other half supports the studio’s operational costs. Donations are encouraged to support the nonprofit’s activities.
Artists and studio practice
Creation Studio founder Hunter Lacey describes a program where artists work with focus and dedication. Creation Studio founder Hunter Lacey emphasizes that artists are passionate and dedicated, often working for five hours on their art. Artist Rachel Frederick expresses uncertainty about her project when asked. Artist Reese Gould is painting an ocean sunset and shares his enthusiasm for art.
The weekly schedule provides structure and variety: Mondays and Thursdays are designated for open studio time, with Tuesdays and Wednesdays hosting drawing and painting classes taught by Lacey’s sister, Anabelle Folsom. Fridays feature fiber art and photography sessions led by Lacey. While sessions are described as occurring three days a week, the studio lists program elements across more days to maximize opportunities and instruction during its Monday–Friday operating hours.
Mission and outlook
The mission of Creation Studio is rooted in Lacey’s personal experiences, including having a brother with disabilities and working towards empowering disabled artists. Lacey believes that people with disabilities can create art that is unique and special, tapping into neural creativity in ways different from neurotypical individuals. Creation Studio aims to change public perceptions about people with disabilities through art. Lacey aims to provide quality art-making space and attention for the artists to ensure their potential is realized.
Program leadership is exploring future gallery collaborations to broaden exposure for the artists. Lacey expresses hopes of future collaborations with other galleries, including the Dallas Museum of Art.
Practical information for visitors and supporters
The art show will run for two hours on the evening of October 18 and will be held at the studio’s address at 5677 Village Glen Drive, Dallas. The studio requests that visitors come prepared to view and, if desired, purchase work; purchasers should be aware of the stated revenue split and the nonprofit’s encouragement of donations. The studio operates Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at no cost to artists, and additional program details are available by contacting the studio directly at its Dallas location.
Context
Creation Studio positions itself as a nonprofit art space focused on capacity-building for adults with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities. By combining open-studio hours, structured classes, and interdisciplinary sessions in fiber art and photography, the studio aims to offer regular, sustained creative opportunities. The upcoming show is a milestone intended to present the results of that work to the community and support ongoing operations through a combined model of sales revenue and donations.
FAQ
When is the art show?
The art show is scheduled for Saturday, October 18, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the studio’s location on 5677 Village Glen Drive, Dallas.
Who runs Creation Studio?
Creation Studio founder Hunter Lacey emphasizes that artists are passionate and dedicated, often working for five hours on their art.
Who are the studio’s participants?
The studio focuses on adults with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities.
What is the studio schedule?
The studio operates Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at no cost to artists.
How often does the studio hold art sessions?
Creation Studio in Dallas holds art sessions three days a week.
What classes and activities are offered?
Mondays and Thursdays are designated for open studio time, with Tuesdays and Wednesdays hosting drawing and painting classes taught by Lacey’s sister, Anabelle Folsom. Fridays feature fiber art and photography sessions led by Lacey.
How are art sale proceeds handled?
Half of the sales revenue from the art sales will go to the artists, while the other half supports the studio’s operational costs.
How does the studio describe its mission?
The mission of Creation Studio is rooted in Lacey’s personal experiences, including having a brother with disabilities and working towards empowering disabled artists.
Does the studio accept donations?
Donations are encouraged to support the nonprofit’s activities.
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Art Show Title | Moments in Time: A Creation Studio Art Show |
| Date & Time | Saturday, October 18, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. |
| Location | 5677 Village Glen Drive, Dallas |
| Target Participants | Adults with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities |
| Studio Hours | Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. |
| Session Frequency | Creation Studio in Dallas holds art sessions three days a week. |
| Sales Revenue Split | Half of the sales revenue from the art sales will go to the artists, while the other half supports the studio’s operational costs. |
| Cost to Artists | At no cost to artists |
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- NBC DFW: Nonprofit Dallas Art Studio Prepares Art Show
- People Newspapers: Hunter Lacey Makes a Place for Creation
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- Wikipedia: Art in Dallas
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