Welcome to the Judith Scott Study Center. Use this resource to learn about the life and art of legendary artist Judith Scott (1943 - 2005). Creative Growth Art Center, where Judith found her community and practice, is honored to share this story.
“Her art was unique because she would form things out of things that you wouldn't think she would form it out of. She did all kinds of different things. She had more odd art than anybody else did.”
- Dinah Shapiro, Creative Growth Artist since 1983
The Judith Scott Study Center is for students, teachers, scholars, art lovers, and activists. Our intention is to share Judith Scott’s story in a responsible and comprehensive way. There are many ways to talk about art, disability, and disabled artists. This study center attempts to remember Judith as a friend to Creative Growth and an important part of our history. This is a living document and will be updated as we find new information.
This study center was made possible by the Council on Library and Information Resources, which helped launch the Creative Growth Public Archive. Access over 2500 historic art pieces and ephemera, all in the public domain.
Learning Resources
Thank you Gretchen Scott, Joyce Scott, Katherine Sherwood, and Farley Gwazda for your help making this important resource!