Friday, October 25, 2013

2013 City of Santa Fe Common Ground: Art Exhibit and Prize Opening Reception, Friday, October 25th, 5-7 p.m. Winners to Be Announced

The City of Santa Fe Arts Commission will open an exhibit of work by local artists who submitted to the 2013 “Common Ground: Art Exhibit and Prize.” Winners will be announced Friday, October 25th, at a reception from 5-7 p.m. in the City of Santa Fe Arts Commission Community Gallery, 201 W. Marcy Street. The public is invited.

“Common Ground” is a non-juried exhibit that provides an opportunity for local artists to display their artwork and received recognition by the larger community. A panel of judges consisting of Arts Commissioners, artists and community members select three pieces to receive special recognition and honoraria. Best of Show receives a $1,000 honorarium, 2nd $500 and 3rd $250. The Best of Show will also be reproduced on a notecard.

The exhibit will be on display through November 8th. Gallery hours are Tuesday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturdays, 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Most entries exhibited will be available for purchase. 

For more information about Common Ground: Art Exhibit and Prize send an email to rdlambert@santafenm.gov or call 505-955-6705.


The Community Gallery promotes, sells and exhibits the work of New Mexico artists and artisans, with the emphasis on Santa Fe, through exhibitions, professional training and community involvement in the arts. Community Gallery programming provides a range of services, exhibitions and activities that engage the public as well as support the efforts of local artists and artisans. For more information about the Community Gallery, visit www.SantaFeArtsCommission.org.

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