Pueblo Mayor showcasing local artists in office

Dara Korn
·2 min read

(PUEBLO, Colo.) — The Pueblo Arts Alliance announced on Monday, April 15, that an open call is being extended to local artists for the opportunity to have their artwork showcased in the lobby of Mayor Heather Graham’s Office.

“I am excited to announce a new partnership in the Mayor’s Office with the Arts Alliance with the intention to showcase local artwork in our lobby area,” said Mayor of Pueblo Heather Graham. “We have so many talented creatives in the Pueblo community and we welcome many businesses, organizations, and individuals in the Mayor’s Office throughout the day, so this is the perfect opportunity to showcase local artwork.”

Mayor Graham’s office said she is dedicated to promoting the arts and has created a platform for local artists to thrive and contribute to Pueblo’s vibrant cultural landscape.

“The Pueblo Arts Alliance is profoundly honored for the opportunity to collaborate with Mayor Graham in showcasing the diverse talents of our community,” said Executive Director of the Pueblo Arts Alliance Christina McCann. “This collaboration underscores our shared commitment to promoting artistic excellence, cultural diversity, and community enrichment.”

For those wishing to submit artwork, the guidelines are:

  • Artists can submit artwork in any 2-dimensional medium

  • Dimensions should fit within a designated space of 4′ 6″ wide and 2′ 4″ high’

  • Submitted work must be available for sale

  • Artwork should be appropriate for all ages (no nudity, violence or explicit content)

  • No religious or political artwork

  • All submissions must be accompanied by a brief artist statement, detailing the inspiration and concept behind the work

The Pueblo Arts Alliance will be the only authority in selecting artwork for display and curating the exhibit. Selected artwork will rotate monthly to keep the display in the Mayor’s office dynamic and to provide continued opportunities for local artists. All artwork will be displayed on the second Friday of each month and rotate every month for the public to view new artwork.

Selected artists will receive a 70% commission on the sale of their artwork, and the remaining 30% will go to the Pueblo Arts Alliance for their role in curating and displaying the work.

Courtesy: City of Pueblo
Courtesy: City of Pueblo

The showcase debuted in April with artist Katie Magby’s three pieces entitled “Lilly of the Valley,” “She Who Dreams,” and “Her Journey.” Magby is a versatile artist with a passion for pottery and painting, among other forms of artistic expression.

Magby, curator at Liminal Space Gallery in the Pueblo Arts Alliance, doubles as innovation and outreach coordinator. Since 2020, her artistic background has enriched the local art scene. She also chairs the Creative Consortium of Pueblo.

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