Matt Gaberell, Philip Sarsany
Columbus, OH—Ohio Designer Craftsmen is pleased to announce the Winter 2026 recipients of its Quick Grants for Artists program. Started in July 2024 to support member artists’ professional development, this initiative provides 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 new 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.
Winter 2026 Quick Grant Recipients:
Abby Feinknopf
Benjamin Lamb
Char Norman
Deborah Kovacs-Sturdevant
Tom Bartel
Rachel Clark
Katie Hofacker
Margarita Vilshanetskaya
Tetyana Hubska
Marvin Shafer
Natalie Mouw
Renate Favour
Hana Holmgren
Tarynn Neary
Sarah Miller
Molly Todd
Chris Leiter
Michelle Stitzlein
Larry Erdman
Beth Lindenberger
Anne Holman & Jen Townsend
Jeff Sneddon
Noelle Shearer
Janette Knowles
Barbara Whipkey
Matt Gaberell
Amie Sell
Christopher St. John
TeeShanee Johnson
Megs LeVesseur
Meaghan Reed
Philip Sarsany