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Jan 27-Jun 11, 2023 Amber N. Ford Someone, Somewhere, Something Jan 27-Jun 11, 2023 ∆ Amber N. Ford, Balloon Release for Bogard , 2021, digital photograph. Courtesy the artist ∆ Amber N. Ford, Balloon Release for Bogard , 2021, digital photograph. Courtesy the artist ∆ Amber N. Ford, Balloon Release for Bogard , 2021, digital photograph. Courtesy the artist Jan 27-Jun 11, 2023 Amber N. Ford Someone, Somewhere, Something Best known for photography, artist Amber N. Ford delves into the medium of sound as a tool to share intimate stories of grief. During her Winter/Spring 2022 residency at moCa, Ford used moCa’s space as a site to collect responses from audiences about their experiences of loss and trauma. Someone, Somewhere, Something applies this content in a new audio work presented in various unconventional sites throughout the museum to create poignant sound collages that make space for mourning while also supporting catharsis and healing. Lead support for Amber N. Ford: Someone, Somewhere, Something is provided by Margaret Cohen & Kevin Rahilly. Additional support provided by The Callahan Foundation. About the Artist Amber N. Ford Amber N. Ford Amber N. Ford (b. 1994, Cleveland, OH) is an artist based in Cleveland, OH. She received her BFA in Photography from the Cleveland Institute of Art (2016). Interested in race, and identity, she is best known for her work in portraiture, which she considers a “collaborative engagement between photographer and sitter.” She has been featured in exhibitions at Kent State University, Transformer Station, SPACES Gallery, The Morgan Conservatory, The Cleveland Print Room, Zygote Press, and Waterloo Arts, as well as in outdoor public spaces on the Capitol Theatre Building located at the corner of Detroit and West 65th. In 2021, her work was on view at ThirdSpace Action Lab as a part of Imagine Otherwise . Recent awards include Gordon Square Arts District Artist-In-Residence (2019) and the Ohio Arts Council Individual Excellence Award (2017).

Date Title One sentence desciption + more Add a Title Add a Title Title + more Add a Title Add a Title Title + more 6-7:30PM Thu. June 18, 2026 In Response w/ Art Therapy Studio SIGN UP at moCa Cleveland Free with registration In Response invites you to engage contemporary art as a starting point for mindfulness, reflection, and meaningful connection at moCa Cleveland. Facilitated by Art Therapy Studio, each session begins with guided time in the galleries, where participants closely observe select works from the exhibitions on view and engage in thoughtful group discussion. Grounded in slowing down and intentional observation, the experience creates space for presence, curiosity, and shared insight. Following the gallery engagement, participants transition into an accessible, hands-on art-making experience focused on process rather than perfection, encouraging creative response, emotional awareness, and self-expression. Offered on the third Thursday of each month until July 2026, the series is designed to be welcoming to both first-time and returning participants, with a consistent structure that fosters ease and belonging. No prior art experience is needed; come as you are, and respond in your own way.

Studio Access w/ Manabu Ikeda Jan 23, 2024 Experience the artist create onsite at moCa as he develops a new monumental artwork over the course of the Winter/Spring season. About Experience the artist create onsite at moCa as he develops a new monumental artwork over the course of the Winter/Spring season. Experience the artist create onsite at moCa as he develops a new monumental artwork over the course of the Winter/Spring season.

Date Title One sentence desciption + more Add a Title Add a Title Title + more Add a Title Add a Title Title + more 5-8PM Fri. May 2, 2025 ArtWorks Live!: The Future in Progress at moCa Cleveland Free to all Experience bold ideas, art in motion, and emerging voices. Shop inspired student creations and connect with the next generation of artists. Presented by

Date Title One sentence desciption + more Add a Title Add a Title Title + more Add a Title Add a Title Title + more 2-6PM Sat. November 8, 2025 Cleveland CROWN Convention 2025 SIGN UP at moCa Cleveland Free moCa Cleveland hosts the 2nd Annual Cleveland CROWN Convention, a celebration and honoring of the natural hair experience. The Convention affirms Black beauty and uplifts the creativity, heritage, and community power that surround and shape the lived experience of hair. This gathering was created to champion the values of the CROWN Act, while making space for connection, healing, artistry, and advocacy. Cleveland CROWN Convention centers around fostering a greater sense of connectedness through shared experiences, panel discussions, food, and memorable exchange. FEATURED VENDORS: Beauty by Briana Nicole Jurnee Ta'Zion Ajah Hales Creative Services dba The Living Liberosis Coko's Crown Select Silk Raecreation Bomani Beauty MD Community Advisory Board Devin Chandler As a 9 year professional open format DJ, my passion for music and the arts has been with me from the very beginning. My knowledge of music started with genres like r&b, disco and pop through members of my family and their varied life experiences. The love for these genres then merged with hip hop and this has continued to transform my life to this day. I love connecting with an audience providing a great time when I’m not lost in music all to myself. There is so much music to explore and I enjoy presenting new sounds and experiences to others to keep passing on. Matthew Dennis As a creative, I thoroughly enjoy working to understand culture as it relates to communication to identify the various perspectives that bring each creative idea to life. I strive to help market creatively within a brand or company by being self-motivated, trendy, and cultural. I am satisfied best when I can contribute these real-world experiences to the team and deliver results. Amber N. Ford Amber N. Ford is an artist based in Pittsburgh, PA. She holds a BFA in Photography from the Cleveland Institute of Art and is currently a MFA candidate at Carnegie Mellon University. Her work has earned critical acclaim through exhibitions with FRONT Triennial, moCa Cleveland, and Kent State University Museum. In 2024, she was awarded the Emerging Artist Prize by the Cleveland Arts Prize, and named an Artist-in-Residence for moCa Cleveland in 2022. Her photojournalistic credits include The Washington Post, New York Times, NPR, and more. Yana Glover Yana G is a Cleveland-native creative and skilled loctician who founded Glo Locs in Lakewood where she has been professionally building and maintaining locs since 2016. As an early collaborator and founding member of the advisory board for Cleveland CROWN Convention, she blends her passion for heritage, haircare, and community connection to uplift local beauty culture with artistry and integrity. Courtney L. Green Courtney L. Green is moCa Cleveland’s Special Events & Development Programming Manager. A creative, educator, and strategic planner, she thrives at the intersection of community and connection. With a background in arts education and cultural programming, Courtney brings a passion for designing experiences that foster belonging and inspire collaboration. Her work reflects a deep commitment to creativity as a tool for engagement, ensuring that every event at moCa builds meaningful relationships and lasting impact. Joshua L. Hill Joshua L. Hill is the Senior Engagement Officer at moCa Cleveland, where he leads strategies that connect art, community, and impact. He develops partnerships, programs, and experiences that deepen belonging and dialogue across Cleveland’s cultural landscape. With a background in arts management and community health, Joshua’s work centers creative collaboration and equity, bridging artists, neighborhoods, and institutions to make contemporary art accessible, relevant, and transformative for all. Natasha Lovelace Natasha Lovelace was born and raised in Cleveland, Ohio with family roots in East Cleveland. Shortly after graduating high school in 2005 she joined the Ohio Army National Guard. In 2011 her unit was deployed to Afghanistan where she served in Operation Enduring Freedom. After returning home she began studying psychology and sociology, driven by trauma induced mental health disorders that a rising number of soldiers experience post-deployment. Eventually, she obtained a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology at Cleveland State University and began pouring into her community. In July of 2021 her oldest daughter, Makayla, became a victim of gun violence when she was shot in the head by a stray bullet in East Cleveland. Makayla survived her brain injury and began healing and thriving. This incident motivated the pivot to do work with anyone who have experience violent crimes and not just military members. Currently, Natasha is continuing her education to obtain a Master’s degree in Psychology. She serves on the Board of Directors for Slavic Village Development and continues to help families heal through her work as a Qualified Mental Health Specialist. Natasha sits on the Veterans Advisory Committee with Everytown for Gun Safety and is an active member with Crime Survivors for Safety and Justice. Her goal is to continue to advocate for mental health and gun violence awareness by researching the relationship between the two and fighting for the right to heal. Natasha strives to consistently exhibit the revolution of love through the evolution of herself. TK Shorter TK Shorter is a Cleveland-based DJ, creative, and serial entrepreneur who blends music, art, and community to craft immersive experiences. Known for curating vibrant events that bring people together, TK amplifies local voices while fostering inclusive spaces for expression and celebration. Whether behind the decks, collaborating with artists, or mentoring emerging creatives, TK brings energy, vision, and authenticity to every project while shaping a dynamic cultural landscape in Cleveland and beyond. Dayja Smith Dayja Smith is a member of ForbesBLK, Founder and CEO of Coko’s Crown and D. Smith Development Co., and a recognized entrepreneur and community leader in Cleveland. She serves as Chair of Professional Development for the Urban League of Greater Cleveland’s Young Professionals, Co-Chair of the Urban Land Institute’s Real Estate Diversity Initiative, and is a Board Advisory Member for the Cleveland Crown Convention. Dayja champions empowerment, equity, and meaningful community impact. Abigail R. Thomas Abigail Thomas is a marketing and communications professional who believes every brand has a story worth telling. With expertise in marketing strategy, content development, and event execution, she helps organizations bring their mission, message, and moments to life. Abigail specializes in creating authentic campaigns that foster community, spark engagement, and deliver measurable impact. Purpose-driven and collaborative, she combines creativity and strategy to ensure marketing efforts are not only seen, but genuinely felt. Aaron D. Williams "Aawful Aaron" Aaron D. Williams, professional alias, "Aawful Aaron," is a groundbreaking contemporary artist who masterfully integrates traditional and experimental techniques. His innovative approach combines visual art, music, film, and fashion to create unprecedented cultural dialogue and community engagement platforms. This cross-disciplinary methodology demonstrates his keen awareness of evolving artistic practices and their role in social transformation. As the founder of artist collective - Young Cleveland Renaissance, his ability to challenge artistic conventions and transform perspectives through visual communication has revolutionized Cleveland's art landscape by bridging subculture and contemporary art scenes. Williams' artistic excellence has garnered significant recognition through his landmark solo exhibition at moCa Cleveland and installations at prestigious venues, including Cleveland Public Library and Riffe Gallery. His collaborations with major institutions like FRONT International and LAND Studios showcase his growing influence. As Community Liaison at Zygote Press, he continues to push boundaries in artistic practice while making lasting contributions to Cleveland's cultural fabric through innovative community outreach programs

Studio Access w/ Manabu Ikeda May 10, 2024 Experience the artist create onsite at moCa as he develops a new monumental artwork over the course of the Winter/Spring season. About Experience the artist create onsite at moCa as he develops a new monumental artwork over the course of the Winter/Spring season. Experience the artist create onsite at moCa as he develops a new monumental artwork over the course of the Winter/Spring season.

Date Title One sentence desciption + more Add a Title Add a Title Title + more Add a Title Add a Title Title + more Sat. July 25, 2026 EVENT CANCELED: Second Skin In Bondage: at moCa Cleveland Thank you for your interest in Second Skin: In Bondage . Unfortunately, this program has been canceled . We hope to identify a future opportunity for a similar program, and we will keep you apprised as such plans take shape. Please consider joining us on Friday, August 28 for our next season's Free Opening Night Celebration .

designExplorr designExplorr Design Learning Challenge Workshops Feb-May 2024 moCa Cleveland is partnering with designExplorr and Dr. Jacinda Walker to demonstrate the power of design to a new generation. Explore how a professional designer approaches problems, designs solutions, and find out what a career in design might look like. It’s time to unlock your creative potential—the world needs your ideas! In these workshops developed by designExplorr, Dr. Jacinda Walker—facilitator, and founder of designExplorr—will help you design and create something from your own imagination. Join us across select Saturdays from Feb-May 2024. Family Fun on moCa Saturdays supported by PNC About designExplorr DesignExplorr is a social impact organization aiming to address the diversity gap within the design profession by expanding design education and raising awareness among community partners. DesignExplorr accomplishes this mission through collaborating on educational youth programs, coordinating diversity-building initiatives, and connecting stakeholders to resources. Find out more at designexplorr.com and Instagram . Related Events: ▶ designExplorr Design Learning Challenge Workshop Sat. Feb 17, 12-4PM ▶ designExplorr Design Learning Challenge Workshop Sat. Mar 09, 12-4PM ▶ designExplorr Design Learning Challenge Workshop Sat. Mar 30, 12-4PM Offsite at designExplorr Experiential Learning Center 3800 Euclid Ave. ▶ designExplorr Design Learning Challenge Workshop Sat. Apr 13, 12-4PM ▶ designExplorr Design Learning Challenge Workshop Sat. May 11, 12-4PM

Date Title One sentence desciption + more Add a Title Add a Title Title + more Add a Title Add a Title Title + more 6-7:30PM Thu. January 14, 2027 In Response w/ Art Therapy Studio SIGN UP at moCa Cleveland Free w/ Registration Slow down, reconnect, and discover the restorative power of making. Inspired by works on view in moCa Cleveland's galleries, this guided, hands-on workshop invites you to explore creativity as a tool for reflection, mindfulness, and well-being—no artistic experience required. Through simple materials and thoughtful prompts, you'll create in a welcoming, judgment-free environment designed to reduce stress and spark curiosity. Space is limited; advance registration is recommended.

Studio Access w/ Manabu Ikeda May 11, 2024 Experience the artist create onsite at moCa as he develops a new monumental artwork over the course of the Winter/Spring season. About Experience the artist create onsite at moCa as he develops a new monumental artwork over the course of the Winter/Spring season. Experience the artist create onsite at moCa as he develops a new monumental artwork over the course of the Winter/Spring season.

Studio Access w/ Manabu Ikeda May 18, 2024 Experience the artist create onsite at moCa as he develops a new monumental artwork over the course of the Winter/Spring season. About Experience the artist create onsite at moCa as he develops a new monumental artwork over the course of the Winter/Spring season. Experience the artist create onsite at moCa as he develops a new monumental artwork over the course of the Winter/Spring season.