Designed For Joy is thrilled to announce Perspective Reframed, the debut exhibition of our Craftivism Collective, a gathering of makers using creativity to spark meaningful social change.
Friday, January 2
7:00 to 9:00 PM
Gallery C (540 N Blount St, Raleigh, NC 27604)
Join us for an evening of art, community, and thoughtful conversation. Enjoy appetizers and wine as you explore original works created by local makers who believe creativity can be a powerful force for justice.
RSVP Coming Soon!
What You Will Experience
The exhibit features thoughtful and compelling works across watercolor, quilting, mixed media, zines, cross stitch, quilling, and other creative forms. Each piece offers a unique perspective on issues affecting women and our community. Guided by creative prompts from group founder Kristen Sydow, artists explored themes such as housing inequity, the Pink Tax, access to healthcare, gender based violence, economic mobility, and community belonging. Some artists responded closely to these prompts while others followed their own direction, resulting in a collection that is diverse, expressive, and deeply engaging.
Why Craftivism and About the Collective
Craftivism brings creativity and activism together, using art to promote social change and inspire meaningful action. The Designed For Joy Craftivism Collective carries this spirit forward through the work of artists from a wide range of backgrounds including sewing, painting, quilting, illustration, photography, and design. United by a shared commitment to our mission to empower women in crisis, the Collective creates pieces that encourage viewers to reflect, connect, and consider their role in building a more just and compassionate community.
Join Us January 2
Experience creativity with purpose. Engage with meaningful art. Support women finding stability, dignity, and hope through Designed For Joy. We look forward to welcoming you to Perspective Reframed and sharing an unforgettable evening of artistry and advocacy.