A Better World Through Art - an Exhibit from Art 4 Change

The ARCOS Gallery of Creative Liberties is proud to present A Better World Through Art, a powerful student exhibition in collaboration with Art 4 Change, on view throughout May at the GAZE Gallery at ARCOS, located at 340 Central Avenue in Sarasota’s Rosemary District.

An Artists' Reception will be held on Saturday, May 3 from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. All are welcome!

The exhibit features original works by students from Sarasota and Manatee County schools, each reflecting a bold and hopeful vision for the future. Through vibrant imagery and compelling composition, these young artists explore today’s pressing social issues—reimagining a world shaped by empathy, justice, and creative action.

Founded in 2020 by Sarasota-based artist and educator Clifford McDonald, Art 4 Change is a nonprofit organization that uses the power of visual art to foster social impact, advocacy, and community service. A graduate of Booker High School’s Visual and Performing Arts program and former professional basketball player, McDonald rediscovered his artistic voice through mentorship and community engagement. His vision for Art 4 Change is clear: to empower emerging artists and ignite dialogue through creativity.

“Art 4 Change isn’t just a program,” McDonald says. “It’s a movement—one that invites us all to look inward, speak out, and build a better world together.”

A Better World Through Art is open to the public throughout May during regular gallery hours. For more information, visit www.creativeliberties.net or contact [email protected].

The Gaze Gallery at ARCOS is open Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. through 6:00 p.m. and Saturday 10:00 a.m. through 5:00 p.m.