Columbus, OH—Ohio Designer Craftsmen is pleased to announce the Summer 2025 recipients of its Quick Grants for Artists program. Started in July 2024 to support member artists’ professional development, this initiative will provide up to $500 each to about 60 artists every year. Grants can be used to upgrade equipment, purchase materials, take a workshop, and more.
“Our Quick Grants program continues Ohio Designer Craftsmen’s rich legacy of supporting the development of artists in Ohio and beyond,” said ODC Executive Director Kim Nagorski. “We are delighted to assist them in their professional and creative growth.” The recipients of this round of Quick Grants for Artists span a variety of disciplines, showcasing the diversity of talent in our artistic community. Many have exhibited at the Ohio Craft Museum or have participated in Winterfair.
Summer 2025 Quick Grant Recipients:
Leah Pusecker-Reynolds- Mixed Media
Bradley Weyandt- Fiber Arts
John Davidson- Jewelry
Seth Nagelberg- Ceramics
Janet Marsano- Mixed Media
Dianne Russell- Wood
Alison Lowery- Ceramics
Sarah Stringfellow- Metal
Julie Miller- Ceramics
Cary Hulin- Ceramics
Mikelle Hickman-Romine- Jewelry
Carol Wallenfelsz- Mixed Media
Lynda McClanahan- Painting/Drawing
Megen Leigh- Painting/Drawing
Cody F. Miller- Mixed Media
Tarah Trueblood- Painting/Drawing
Weiting Wei- Polymer Clay
Alissa Renzetti- Mixed Media
Lisa Bare- Ceramics
Shana Bertetto- Fiber Arts
Rachel David- Wood
Grace Johnson- Fiber Arts
Tod Porembka- Ceramics
Kathleen Mcconaughy- Fiber Arts
Ann E. Stringer- Ceramics
Danielle Schnees- Fiber Arts
Sarah Bullington- Jewelry
Merrilee Boniface- Fiber Arts
Mindy Sand- Glass
Melissa Vogley- Scagliola