Co-Lab is a transformative creative process that uses inquiry and collaboration to deepen connection and find solutions to shared problems.
Working at the intersection of the arts, civic engagement, and community building, the Co-Lab method supports academic, business, governmental, and community organizations to solve their most pressing problems through a creative format.
colleges and universities
Campus Engagements, Academic Seminars, and Classes
Support a student body and campus community to become creative thought leaders with the Co-Lab tools. Forklift artists lead campus residencies and additional programming for students, faculty, and staff with our innovative methods.
corporate and civic institutions
Workforce, Civic, and Institutional Coaching
With over 20 years of experience in building collaborations at work, Forklift artists coach teams to connect organizations more deeply to the communities they serve. We also train artists to work collaboratively across sectors and with non-arts partners.
corporate and civic institutions
Keynotes, Panels, Workshops, and Meetings
Our artists lead interactive talks and programs for academic, corporate, and community settings on building meaningful relationships and creative problem-solving.
corporate and civic institutions
Creative Project Design and Implementation
The Co-Lab team develops customized creative programming to meet any organization’s needs, including community-based performances, video storytelling, and audio portraits.
