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ART Matters – Dayton Art and Design Symposium

February 28 @ 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM

ART Matters, Dayton Art and Design Symposium

Come join us at the Dayton Arcade’s Tank for a day filled with creativity and inspiration! The ART Matters Symposium is a gathering of artists, architects, designers, and art enthusiasts from many industries to celebrate the importance of art in our lives. Immerse yourself in thought-provoking panel discussions, and engaging presentations from industry experts. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals and explore the power of art and design!

The day will feature three sessions, each offering three options of presenters or panels for participants to choose from. The event will conclude with a keynote address by Donna Collins, the Executive Director of the Ohio Arts Council.

Please refer to the schedule below to view the full lineup and more information on each the EPIC presenters and panelists, who will contribute to this exciting day.

Registration: 9:00 am -9:25 am, The Tank Entrance

Opening Remarks: 9:30 am -9:50 am, The Tank Theater

  • Mayor Jeffrey J. Mims, Jr.: Mayor of Dayton, Ohio

10:00 am-10:50 am, The Galleria

  • Art, Identity, and Transformation: The Power of Creative Philanthropy
    • Josh Stucky: Co-owner of Square One Salon, & Co-founder of The Rubi Girls

10:00 am-10:50 am, The Tank Theater

  • On the Frontlines: Artists discuss the current state of artmaking in 2025
    • Rodney Veal: Producer of The Art Show & Community Arts Liaison
    • Jamal Durr: Artist
    • Brandon Ragland: Dayton Ballet, Artistic Director
    • Countess V. Winfrey: Dayton Contemporary Dance Company, Choreographer
    • Shon Curtis: Photographer

10:00 am-10:50 am, Dana L Wiley Gallery

  • Redefining Beauty: The Art of Efficiency and Resilience in Design
    • Mary Rogero: Chair, Dept of Architecture and Interior Design at Miami University, & Owner at Rogero Architects

11:00 am-11:50 am, The Galleria

  • Tell The Story: The Art of Visual Speaking
    • Gary Hinsche: Artist, & Executive Design Director at the Ohlmann Group

11:00 am-11:50 am, The Tank Theater

  • The ART of (and in) Toy Design: The Process of Toy Design, How “Art” is at the Foundation
    • Tom Osborne: Industrial Designer & Adjunct Professor at The University of Cincinnati, School of Design

11:00 am-11:50 am, Dana L Wiley Gallery

  • How Art Breathes Life into Forgotten Places
    • Dave Williams: Vice President of Dayton DevelopmentCross Street Partners

Lunch: 12 pm-1:50pm, Pick up in The Tank Reception Area.

Seating available in The Galleria and The Hub.

1:00 pm-1:50 pm, The Galleria

  • From Workspace to Living Room: How Art Alters the Way You Feel
    • Litsa Spanos: Owner and President of ADC Fine Art, Art Design Consultants

1:00 pm-1:50 pm, The Tank Theater

  • Creative Crossroads: Exploring Opportunities for Artists Across Industries
    • Debi Chess: Director of External Relations and Development at Dayton Metro Library
    • Andy Aidt: GSI Manager for Kettering, Ohio
    • Lisa Hanson: President & CEO at Culture Works
    • Frances Jo Hamilton: Director of Revitalization at Heritage Ohio
    • Michael Roediger: Director & CEO at The Dayton Art Institute
    • Graig Gossman: Principal & Owner at the Gossman Group

1:00 pm-1:50 pm, Dana L Wiley Gallery

  • ART in Design: What is Art, Why does it Matter, and How do I get it?
    • Rich Johnson: President and Creative Director of RVJ Design & Décor

Keynote Speaker: 2:15 pm- 3:15 pm, The Tank Theater

  • Empowering Creativity: Advancing Art and Design in Ohio
    • Donna Collins: Executive Director of the Ohio Arts Council

Closing Remarks: 3:30 pm-4:00 pm, The Tank Theater

  • Shelley Dickstein: City Manager of Dayton, Ohio

Reception to Follow: 4:15 pm-5:30 pm, Dana L. Wiley Gallery

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39 W. Fourth St.
Dayton, OH 45402 United States
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35 W. Fourth St. Dayton OH 45402
Dayton, OH 45409 United States
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