ART IN THE ALLEY
Westmoreland Cultural Trust and the Incubator for the Arts officially launched the interactive public art project “Art in the Alley” on Thursday, April 12, 2018. The alley initiative includes vibrant colors and original works by Incubator for the Arts and local artists.
These original culturally encompassing pieces are installed and featured on the alley side of the Union Trust Building facing The Palace Theatre’s S&T Bank Courtyard and will soon launch various pop-up exhibits tied to the TGIS summer concert series. The project creates an additional destination spot in Greensburg, improves and enhances the artistic climate of the community, and adds color to the local landscape in the growing downtown cultural district, all the while giving local artists exposure and a new audience for their work.
Learn about Westmoreland Cultural Trust’s new art initiative, WINGS ACROSS WESTMORELAND, bringing art and awareness to cities across the county.
Locations all over Westmoreland County will be receiving their own pair of wings (similar to the ones in the alley) with imagery that makes each town special.
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I hope you stopped by ras_the_artist to get a free caricature and to check out their art, books and more at yesterday’s ArtsWalk #gbgartswalk! 🎨🖊️📚
And that’s my crochet pop-up next to theirs! 🤩🧶
Scroll to the last slide to see the wall-sized print of her “Heart Box” painting as the backdrop for the mini-concerts onstage in the alley.💖🎶
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One of my favorite memories is from the spring of 2018- thecensoredartist and I embarked on a mural-painting adventure during downtown Greensburg’s Arts Walk. We watched the town light up with zeal as people emerged from winter’s hibernation, welcoming the sunshine and celebrating the arts. Painting felt like a dance, and on concrete walls we planted bold flowers in candy-coated, vibrant hues.
I cherished and savored every second of that day. I was set to begin chemotherapy just five days later and wore a large scarf to hide the bandages and soreness from my port insertion that happened a day prior. I had told very few at that point in time, perhaps in fear of being a burden, perhaps in fear of disrupting the normalcy that had felt destined to be extinguished, and perhaps because I knew that in accepting a new reality, I would be forced to part with a version of myself who I had just begun to learn to love.
...but as we painted, none of what was to come seemed to matter. I felt alive. I felt 26, unsinkable, and so connected to our community… protected by friendship and love and the power of expression. It’s funny to see images of “past Stacey” preparing for an unknown that “current Stacey” has experienced and now reflects on through memories. The highs. The lows.
I celebrated a milestone this week- my implanted port that was used to deliver chemo was removed on Wednesday. The nurses in interventional radiology surprised me in the recovery room with a gorgeous slice of celebratory cake… adorned with sprinkles in the same vibrant hues as the garden that Sarah and I painted. I am forever touched by every act of kindness and love I`ve been fortunate enough to have received - from the art community, the medical community, my Macy`s family, my parents, my dear friends, other survivors who have shared their knowledge and insight... You are all vibrant flowers. And I will do everything I can to pay it forward.
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drink cactus juice. It`ll quench ya. nothing is quenchier. It`s the quenchiest!⠀
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but really- can i get some kind of award for how often i changed my hair colour in high school alone. i deserve that,,⠀
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🤷🏼♂️when your shirt blends with the wall you got to selfie 🤳 right? #letmetakeaselfie #butfirstletmetakeaselfie #selfie #instaselfie #alleyshot #artinthealley #wctartinthealley #greensburgpa #greensburg #downtown #downtowngbg #instagood #bald #baldguy #gotmyraybanson #lookgoodfeelgood #instagay #gaycub #gayselfie #bluevibes #feelingcute #feltcutemightdeletelater #localart
Wild as the wind🌬; Free as a bird🕊
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WEDNESDAY WINGS 🦋 If you’re heading to Artswalk this Saturday, make sure to wander through Art in The Alley. Don’t forget to snap a pic with the original Wings Across Westmoreland and let your creativity take flight!
Learn more about Artswalk (April 20) and view the full map & schedule at greensburgartswalk.org
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Today, you have an opportunity to help sustain the arts.
Give to @wculturaltrust during #GIvingTuesdayNow
Now more than ever, community support is vital in our efforts to provide cultural experiences for all while promoting the talent of local and regional artists.
To give, visit Give BIg Pittsburgh - https://www.givebigpittsburgh.com/organizations/westmoreland-cultural-trust
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Kelli Brisbane Facebook Birthday Fundraiser
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Maxwell Elementary Student Council
S&T Bank
Strive Centers for Recovery & Community Health
Westmoreland County Bureau of Parks & Recreations
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Kevin & Jeannie Bock
Latrobe Business & Professional Women’s Club
Maggie Mullennix, Shirley Remaley, Connie Ventura & Grace Zimmerman
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