The Columbus Avenue BID and Art on the Ave NYC exhibition “Creating Tomorrow”opens tomorrow on Columbus Avenue. The exhibition transforms Columbus Avenue storefronts into an interactive walking art gallery highlighting local NYC artists’ work. Art will be on display from April 22 to July 1.
Art on the Ave NYC, a nonprofit community initiative, is displaying works by 21 local artists that were chosen through a public application process for work channeling the “Creating Tomorrow” theme of the exhibition. The works span mediums from photography to oil and watercolor paintings that align with the theme weaved throughout the walking gallery. All pieces of art will be available for purchase with 100 percent of proceeds going directly to the artist. The program highlighting these local artists was made possible with the support of local property owners.
“We are honored to work with Art on the Ave NYC and the incredible local talents that have provided their artwork to be showcased along Columbus Avenue,” said Nicole Paynter Director of the Columbus Avenue Business Improvement District. “Our area is home to a wide variety of businesses along with schools, museums, restaurants and residents. We are excited to provide the area with an exhibition that enlivens the streetscape while presenting ideas about sustainability and the future of our society.”
“Every time we put out a call for artists, we’re flooded with creativity — the proposals for this exhibition and their takes on the concept of “Creating Tomorrow” resulted in compelling work,” said Barbara Anderson, Co-founder and Executive Director of Art on the Ave NYC. “The Upper West Side is an area that combines a vibrant, urban culture with an active, outdoor lifestyle. An art exhibition that can be enjoyed from the sidewalk is a great addition.”
Don’t miss this exciting show on view until July 1st!
