The new SWELL Cafe in Camp Washington opened this past September with fresh menu items, arts programming and now announces a monthly “Featured Artist Boost” program to support local creatives.
The cafe, at 2936 Colerain Ave., is open 11 a.m. to 11 p.m., Tuesday through Sunday. Each month, the cafe will spotlight a different local artist through its Featured Artist Boost, or FAB, program. Artists will display work, host workshops or performances, and influence menu items. Beyond any art sales, SWELL will give FAB artists $1 for every featured menu item sold.
The first three featured artists are visual artist Kelsey Lindner, muralist Pam Kravetz and community-focused educator John Lanzador.
The initial FAB schedule is below, with opening receptions for each artist on the second Saturday of their month.
Additional FAB events and programming can be found at swellartcafe.com/events.
FAB Schedule for 2026
January: Kelsey Lindner (“SLiNK love”)
Lindner, a Cincinnati-based artist with an MFA from UC DAAP, has curated and shown work in dozens of local, international, and underground exhibitions. For their FAB month, SWELL will feature Lindner’s family recipe vegan chili and a bourbon hot toddy served with a free zine by the artist. Programming includes community reading nights and installations inside and on the exterior windows of the cafe.
Reception: Jan. 10, 6-9 p.m.
February: Pam Kravetz
Kravetz is a visual artist known for murals, yarn bombing, quilting, and interactive public art. She has more than 50 exhibits and installations and is recognized nationally for her work as an artist and educator. During February, SWELL will serve her “Pamajama’s Practically Perfect Puckerupable Pickle Back Shot” and her “Oh So Very Yummy Grilled Provolone and Black Olive Sandwich on Rye.” Kravetz will also host guest bartending nights during her FAB month.
Reception: Feb. 14, 6-9 p.m.
March: John Lanzador
Philippine-American artist and educator John Lanzador focuses on community-driven projects that explore storytelling, identity and belonging. He has collaborated with ArtWorks, BLDG and Visionaries & Voices to mentor young people in creating public art. Lanzador works in multiple media, from carving and painting to chalk, drawing inspiration from tattoo art, botanical illustrations, and pop culture. Programming at SWELL in March will include karaoke and open mic nights.
Reception: March 14, 6-9 p.m.
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