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New public art on view starting September 15, 2023
A selection committee of artists and community members gathered last week to review 15 high quality artist proposals for the Mayo Memorial Park utility boxes. We are pleased to announce that Rochester artist Samantha Reiter-Johnson was selected and will be creating a set of murals inspired by plants to bring life to the park in all seasons.
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“I wanted to create a piece that is enjoyable for all ages. Viewing plants even through imagery can lower stress levels and evoke creativity.” – Samantha Reiter-Johnson
The artwork will be permanently on view starting September 15, 2023 in Mayo Memorial Park.
Artist Talk with Samantha Reiter-Johnson
Sunday, October 22 at 1:00 PM | Free
Meet at Rochester Art Center and walk over to Mayo Memorial Park to learn more about artist Samantha Reiter-Johnson’s new set of murals.
Learn more: https://www.rochesterartcenter.org/items/spotlight-tour-with-samantha
About the Artist
Samantha is a self-taught artist and plant enthusiast who combined her passions for art and nature to form @chlorocreations. Using primarily colored pencils, Samantha applies the same attention to detail in her drawings as she does in her day job as a cell biologist.
Special thanks to the selection committee: Brooke Burch, Mary Ellen Landwehr, Mike Nigbur, Kaitlyn Walsh, Margaret Weglinksi and Bharath Wootla.
About Rochester Art Center
Rochester Art Center is a museum of contemporary art located along the Zumbro River in the heart of historic downtown Rochester, MN. Founded in 1946, the Art Center hosts an ongoing schedule of exhibitions of work by local, regional, national, and international artists; dynamic educational programs for all ages; and an array of community partnerships and visitor engagement initiatives. Through world-class exhibitions and programs, the Art Center presents a welcoming, integrated, and diverse experience that encourages questioning, creativity, and critical thinking.
CONTACT Kalianne Morrison, Advancement Coordinator | kmorrison@rochesterartcenter.org
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