RNeighbors partnered with the City of Rochester, for the CARES Arts Grants which supported the creation of neighborhood-based arts including permanent, outdoor painted murals throughout Rochester neighborhoods in the fall of 2020. The purpose of this Walls of Color program is to provide projects for local artists whose livelihoods have been impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic while cultivating joy and positivity throughout the city. More about the City of Rochester CARES Funding here. You can discover each of the 15…

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In an continued effort to spread joy across Rochester and put some local performers back to work, RNeighbors is partnering with the City of Rochester to award music grants, giving local musicians and performance artists work opportunities to showcase their talents in public spaces where people can safely enjoy. Neighborhoods and not-for-profit organizations can work with musicians and performers to schedule a socially-distanced performance. This opportunity was funded through Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, originating from the federal government…

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In an effort to spread joy across Rochester and put some local artists back to work, on August 15, 2020, RNeighbors partnered with the City of Rochester, and the Southeastern Minnesota Poets to hold a city-wide Chalk the Walk Festival. This opportunity was funded through Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, originating from the federal government and allocated to the City of Rochester by the State of Minnesota. More about these funds here. 1,300 baggies of free sidewalk…

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Artists Selected and Announced for Local Mural Project to create Employment and Increased Vibrancy throughout the City The City of Rochester, in partnership with RNeighbors, is pleased to share that 15 artists have been selected for the creation of permanent outdoor painted murals throughout Rochester neighborhoods in the fall of 2020.  This partnership is part of the City Council’s Support for People initiative to create job opportunities for local artists who are not fully employed due to COVID-19.  Several of…

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So you were awarded a CARES Artist Mural Grant. Now what? This workshop will go over logistics of the grant and give you best practices on mural painting from Greg Wimmer, a local long-time muralist. Monday, September 21 6:30-7:30 pm Link to join Zoom Workshop (meeting completed) PDF of Workshop PowerPoint Location Agreement (for murals on businesses) Workshop Topics Review of chosen muralists and their work Supply locations Rental equipment Working on scale Review of best practices for mural painting…

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If you are interested in applying for the CARES Artist Mural Grants this workshop will go over the basics and give some tips to submit your best application. August 26, 6:30-7:30 pm Link to join Zoom Workshop (sorry, time/date has passed) PDF of Workshop PowerPoint  Workshop Topics Writing a brief combination of artist statement and biography Emphasizing that your application should set you apart Submitting and formatting images of previous work Addressing mural themes Working with neighbors to complete your…

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Get out and explore the twelve different Chalk the Walk mural sites before the rain takes them away. These highlighted artists have their own individual styles, but each work of art is a colorful masterpiece. You can print a map with locations here. 1.   “Growing Flowers” by Brittany Sweeney, 1919 44th St. NW 2.   “Koi Joy” by Isabelle Master, 1015 Cascade Street NW 3.   “Together We Will Grow” by Brianna Acker, 125 Live, 125 Elton Hills Drive…

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