storefront ART is a residency and exhibition program that uses empty storefronts to provide artists and the community greater access to the studio, exhibition and gathering space.   Storefront ART has four components:

1. workSPACE uses empty storefronts as studio space. Artists use the space to create a wide range of work, including visual art, writing, movement, performance and theater. WorkSpace studios will be available to the artist, free of charge, for up to six months, or until it is rented.
2. windowSPACE uses empty storefront windows to exhibit art. A wide range of work is featured in windowSPACE, including visual art, video and film, installation and performance. Each exhibition lasts up to one month.
3. artHAPPENINGS are quarterly cabaret-style events in vacant storefronts, urban spaces and community oriented businesses; they bring people together to celebrate art, local artists and the communities that support them. They will each feature the work of several artists in different media, such as visual art, performance and music. Art Happenings coincide with Northampton's 'Arts Night Out'.
4. artSPEAK is programming that engages the community in examination and discussion of contemporary artistic practice.   Local and visiting artists and academics facilitate workshops and discussions that examine issues relevant to work being produced both locally and internationally.

storefront ART is now using Valley Art Share to publish open calls and review submissions.

To apply for a storefrontART SPACE, HAPPENING or SPEAK:

Create a profile on Valley Art Share Include your a profile photo, artist bio and statement in your profile Upload 10-15 examples of your work - include title, date, medium and dimensions Email a cover letter and link to your profile to: storefrontart@commonwealthcenter.org or send storefrontART a message through Valley Art Share.

There are currently open calls for:

The Academy of Music
Landscape Paintings and Drawings
The Kirkland Ave Project

If you have an a specific project, program or event that you would like to propose to storefrontART email us!
We'd love to hear from you!

If you are interested in donating a space, volunteering or need more information contact Julia at: 413.522.1319 or Julia@commonwealthcenter.org

storefront ART is a program presented in partnership with The Northampton Center for the Arts, made possible with support from: Thornes Marketplace, The Northampton Arts Council & Art Angels.