art display space

City of Portland - Parks & Recreation Department
17 Arbor St., Portland, Maine 04103 -- (207) 874-8793
Hours: 8:00 am to 4:30 pm M-F (closed all City, State, & Federal holidays)
Public hallway area is open for viewing during posted office hours
Conference Room gallery open unless meetings are in session

Directions Exhibition Schedule Full Exhibition Schedule Details for Interested Artists

Portland Teen's Fine Art Print for Sale

Directions from Interstate 295:

Take exit 6B Forest Ave. off 295 (headed away from downtown)

Go approximately 2 miles, following signs for 302
When you see Goodwill & D’Angelo's Sandwich Shop on your LEFT Arbor is the street in between those two businesses, TURN LEFT
Location is the brick firehouse on this very short street, #17 on the right-hand side.
Parking on the street is recommended

Exhibition Schedule

Download current exhibit poster for display in your office or business

Photography of Jonathan Dunitz
January 7 - February 15 - reception February 8th, 5-8pm

Utilizing a Canon AE-1 with black and white as well as color film, photography is the chosen creative outlet for this professional lawyer. Jonathan explores architecture, nature, shadow and reflection through the camera lens to produce an array of captivating images.

Details for Interested Artists:

We welcome professional, aspiring, and student artists as well as shared/group shows
Shows hang for 4 weeks
Display area accommodates wall display pieces only
- Conference room has 3 available walls: 8 feet, 10 feet, and 18 feet in length
- Hallway has space for 6-11 pieces, depending on size
Exhibits will have a brief announcement line on payroll check stubs for all City employees
100% of funds an artist receives from the sale of artwork displayed at the Parks & Recreation Department are the sole property of the artist. Display of prices is prohibited. The Department of Parks & Recreation does not handle any sales. Artists are encouraged to provide business cards/flyers for interested patrons.
Artists are encouraged to include a biographical or artists statement as part of the exhibit.
Installation:
- Artists will utilize pre-existing wall-mounted strips near the ceiling to hang artworks using clear monofilament line. Hooks provided.
- Non-staining, removable mounting tape will be provided for any descriptive labels to be attached to the wall
- If assistance is needed for installation or removal art display, artist will provide his/her own assistant
Public reception for an artist’s show (optional) will be scheduled during non-office hours in cooperation with availability of assigned staff
- Any refreshments are provided by the artist, alcohol prohibited
Please request & review the artist release form prior to considering this opportunity
Parks & Recreation department contact is 874-8793

Portland Teen's Fine Art Print for Sale

Click here to view art work.

Over a six month period in 2006 artist Tim Clorius and Portland Teens worked through an art making process utilizing graffiti and fine art to create a boldly colorful 4’ x 16’ panel mural. The work, entitled "The City" by participants, represents how the teens see themselves as individuals and the positive impact art can have in their community. It is on display at Reiche Community Center, 166 Brackett St., Portland. This workshop was generously funded by a "Good Idea Grant" from Coffee By Design. A fine art print of this collaborative artwork is available for $35 through Portland Parks & Recreation, Cummings Center, 134 Congress St., Portland. For more information contact City of Portland, Recreation Division at 756-8275.