SPRINGFIELD CREATIVE LEADERS PROGRAM
Launching in October 2020!
The Springfield Creative Leaders Program is a multi-step process intended to strengthen our local artists and creative leaders.
This program intends to empower our creative community to grow in their ability to showcase their talents through exhibits and events within the community, in a repeatable, sustainable way -- growing their influence far beyond any one specific event and celebrating their role in driving the local economy. The Springfield Creative Leaders Program will be an inclusive effort, affecting economic development and playing a distinct role in bringing our cultural community together all through direct mentorship, skill building and skill sharing for local talent.
ARTS & CULTURE MEETS COMMUNITY #PaintedPianos
Epitomizing the mission of the Painted Piano Project: Enjoy this viral video of the musical duo, Pastor Archbishop Timothy Paul & musician Shamrock, as a random moment turned into a true embodiment of the SCP Painted Piano project near NOSH Restaurant & The Business Improvement District in Downtown Springfield. Springfield Pastor Archbishop Timothy Paul Goes Hyper-Viral in Song about Pandemic
SHAMROCK Music
Living in Covid-19 (Official song)
Piano Keys performed by SHAMROK
Vocals performed by Bishop Timothy Paul
Art Stop(s)
OCTOBER 1ST, 4-7 PM
The non- traditional pop-up gallery event for local artists is an opportunity to showcase their artwork, network & gain financial support for the art creative community.
The event is free and open to the public, with special street performances to liven the Downtown Springfield experience as visitors enjoy the artwork of Jennifer Bruno, Denise Riggs, José Gamaliel Crespo Rosado, Isabella Delloilo & Marla Shelasky.
Downtown venue locations include, New England Public Radio, Valley Venture Mentors, 1550 Main Street and UMASS Springfield.
Painted Piano Project
The Painted Pianos will officially return in 2021! The summer tradition of the Springfield Cultural Partnership’s colorful Painted Pianos across Springfield is delayed due to Covid-19. Some Painted Pianos may appear in downtown on a case-by-case basis at the discretion of the sponsored location.
Focus Springfield videos of @SpringfieldCulture
Printing & installation by
A DOUBLE DOSE OF ART
LOCATION: Springfield City Library, 220 State Street
Double Dose of Art
The Springfield Cultural District revealed the winners of Uplifting, an exciting elevator art project, and Art Central unveiled Color and Light, a new collection of art works created by Artists of Springfield MA.
The artists of Color and Light are Mary Blaxland, Ellen Pollock, Jose Gamaliel Crespo Rosado, and Wanda Davila
“Uplifting” Art on Elevator Doors with art by Joy Smith, Mariela Chavez and Ryan Murray will be unveiled. “Uplifting” is a Springfield Cultural Partnership project.
Both events are made possible by funding through the Springfield Cultural Council and Mass Cultural Council.
FRESH PAINT SPRINGFIELD
by Common Wealth Mural Collaborative
Stay Tuned for when Springfield will get some MORE FRESH PAINT SPRINGFIELD
Take the self-guided walking tour
District-Wide Utility Box Mural Program
The SCP is working to incorporate more art as part of economic development in Downtown Springfield. In the Fall of 2015 - we piloted a utility box mural program in Stearns Square Park during the "Springfield Under the Stars" movie night, and people loved it!