Community Art
"Art enables us to find ourselves and lose ourselves at the same time."
- Thomas Merton
Do you paint, take photos, make textile arts, sketch, or create in other ways? Have you always wanted to exhibit your art in a public space where people can enjoy it? Now you can, at your library! SPL is looking for artists to share their work at the library - you do not have to be a professional artist to participate. All creativity is welcome! Apply now for exhibition dates in 2020 (application form and details below).
Calling All Artists!
Art can be a response to the world around us. From March 1 - April 11, 2020, the Stratford Public Library Community Art program will be hosting an exhibit of local art created around the themes of the earth, our climate, and sustainability. If you are a Stratford resident and make art that responds to these themes, we welcome you to submit it for consideration for this show. Recommended application deadline is Monday, Feb 1.[Community Art Application]
Current Exhibits:
Stratford Quilt Club | Main Floor | January 12 - February 22 Cozy up with hand-crafted textile arts from the local quilt club.
Photos of Kyiv | Auditorium | January 12 - February 22 This exhibit shares small moments from the perspective of a third generation Ukrainian Canadian travelling back to Ukraine for the first time, in the relatively quiet era of the early 2000s.
Upcoming Exhibits:
Change Her World | Main Floor | February 22 - 27
Change Her World is a Canadian charity whose primary mandate is the education of girls in Northern Malawi, Africa. This exhibit will highlight accomplishments and invite people to learn more about how Change Her World is changing lives and communities.
Important Information:
Art Exhibit Guidelines
Appendix A: Application for Use of Art Display Space
Appendix B: Display Locations and Parameters
2020 Schedule
Jan 12 - Feb 22
Mar 1 - Apr 11
Apr 19 - May 30
June 7 - July 18
July 26 - Aug 31
Sept 6 - Oct 10
Oct 18 - Nov 28