Future Ink Graphics’ unique gallery openings will be a part of FIG’s official launch in fall of 2021.  Loss of income from Covid-19, shutdowns, and the lack of support for individual creatives was the impetus for FIG’s creation. FIG is designed to specifically help creative entrepreneurs. The gallery space aims to support creatives by promoting their work at the Pivot Center of Art, Dance, and Expression as well as to a national audience online.

Future Ink Graphics is a new maker-space for professional, emerging and student graphic designers and digital and silkscreen artists. FIG provides space and equipment, along with educational programs, entrepreneurial resources, and mentoring to help develop and advance individual artists, with the goal of strengthening the larger creative community. FIG’s mission is to foster the development and advancement of Cleveland designers, artists, and youth, bringing economic opportunities and arts education to the Clark-Fulton neighborhood. 

FIG’s silkscreen print shop, computer lab, and storefront will be housed in a 2,670 sq ft space in the Pivot Center for Art, Dance, and Expression at 2937 W.25th St. Cleveland, OH. 44113. The Pivot Center is home to the Cleveland Museum of Art, Inlet Dance, LatinUs Theater, ICA - Art Conservation, the Cleveland Rape Crisis Center, Rainey Institute, La Mega Media radio station, and others.  This newly renovated, three-story, historic place (formerly the Astrup Building) aims to change the story of Seymour Avenue and the Clark-Fulton neighborhood.