Olivia Pellegrini

Worcester Windows Gallery hosts their summer show this August, and submissions are officially open!

The Worcester Windows gallery, run and maintained by the Worcester Cultural Coalition, is located in the Bay State Savings bank, facing Franklin Street. For those feeling artistically inspired, you may want to submit art corresponding with this year’s theme: Paris of the 80’s.

So, what exactly is ‘Paris of the 80’s’? To be factually correct, this was the city of Worcester’s official motto of that time frame. A city teeming with industrialization, entertainment and creativity had also included a now-vacant theatre called Paris Cinema. Keeping its spirit, and for all official purposes releasing the name, the painting-and-interpreting part becomes easy; if not effortless. Get your quirk on with this colorful way to celebrate the city of Worcester!

For artists displaying works, an Opening Reception takes place on the same day; 5:30-8:00pm on August 24. Email submissions digitally before August 6, with Paris of the 80’s as the subject line. Artists should keep the height and width within 32 inches, and label the image file with their name and chosen artwork title – e.g. “Name-artwork title.”

Artworks of any medium will be displayed for three months upon selection, rendering your interpretation of theme and what it might have meant, and should not have been previously exhibited at Worcester Windows. A block party will place on Franklin Street, in partnership with the Grid District, where food and refreshments will be served. Just a day after the August 6 submission deadline, artists will be notified regarding their works. Works will be delivered on August 17th, with canvas works backed with a wire hanger and other mediums matted and framed. One final step: include your name, contact information and Requested Price on the back, and deliver your art creation to room 409 City Hall sometime between 9 and 4 pm on the 17th.

The Worcester Cultural Coalition facilitates all print sales, putting a 25% commission towards future arts events with the remaining 75% paid to the artist themselves. The exhibit is promoted by the City of Worcester’s Cultural Development Office. For more information about Worcester Windows’ opportunities and undertakings, visit them online, and explore artistic visions within the community!