Purpose
The Pelham Art Advisory Committee provides advice to Council on the advancement of arts and culture in Pelham, as per the Pelham Cultural Master Plan and the Pelham Public Art Master Plan. You can download the master plans here:
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Els Swart - Vice Chair As a long time Artist and resident of Pelham, I joined the Public Art Committee to be involved in the decision making process to beautify the Town of Pelham with Art. Barbara Rybiak - Member It is an honour, a privilege and a pleasure to serve on the Pelham Public Arts Committee supporting all the Arts found in Pelham – dance, dramatic, musical, visual, spoken word, written word – and to engage in this important public discourse with the artistic community and the community at large. I believe in preserving the beauty found in the natural settings of Pelham, yet can envision certain installations and events safely complementing the natural features found in our beautiful Town of Pelham as we move forward. The MCC is an excellent setting for this: celebrating not only our Town’s sports achievements, but also the extensive artistic talent found here. Listening to the piano at the MCC is one example of simple joy Pelham has to offer. Colleen Kenyon - Member Art is a form of expression, and a means of connection. As a member of PAAC, I look forward to playing a part in providing opportunities for artists to create, and expanding the space, resources and appreciation given to visual and performance arts in our community. Catharine Carr - Member Darren Keay - Member Mary Powley - Member |
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Canada Day 2021 | ||||||
Thank you to all artists who were part of the Canada Day event.
Open Call for Canada Day Outdoor Temporary Art Installations: The Town of Pelham Canada Day Planning group is preparing to provide safe alternatives for an interactive Canada Day 2021. The Planning group and the Pelham Art Advisory Committee are welcoming applications for outdoor temporary art installations. These installations will be on display from June 30 – July 2 and will be part of an interactive virtual scavenger hunt. These pieces will engage the public through the following theme:
Proposals can include, but are not limited to: shadow structures; outdoor photo installations; murals; literary displays; temporary sculpture; outdoor textiles; fence art; storytelling installations; musical or theatre renditions that are available virtually etc. Eligibility Applicants must be from the Niagara Region. Priority will be given to artists who are Pelham residents. Applicants must be 18 years or older or have parent/guardian consent. Persons with disabilities, visible minorities and Indigenous Artists are encouraged to apply. Original Work: Content Requirements: Selection Process
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Open Call - Temporary Outdoor Art Installation Artist Application |
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Hang your Artwork at the Meridian Community Centre | ||||||
The Art Advisory Committee is calling all artists to exhibit their work at the new Meridian Community Centre. The Community Centre has two locations to display artwork; - Main Atrium in the Meridian Community Centre - Second Floor Outside of the Dr. Gary & Mall Accursi Room How to Apply: 1) Fill out a rental application form below: Meridian Community Centre ATRIUM- Art Exhibit Rental Form Meridian Community Centre SECOND FLOOR - Art Exhibit Rental Form 2) The Town of Pelham Art Advisory Committee reviews applications at their monthly meetings. Please allow 30 days for review and notification. 3) A Town of Pelham staff member will be in contact should your application be approved to move forward. 4) A checklist for artists will be provided once your application has been approved |
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