SmartArt Program
The SmartArt Program by Art Force provides rotating artwork from local professional and emerging artists. These pieces of fine art are on display throughout the hallways of the Convention Center and are available for purchase.
Minneapolis has a wealth of creativity and artistic talent. The SmartArt Rotating Art Program introduces visitors of the Minneapolis Convention Center to rich artistic offerings from local visual artists living and working in Minneapolis.
Walking Guide
Take a self-guided tour at the Minneapolis Convention Center to see all the artwork. Use the guide below to navigate through the hallways and see all your favorite pieces!
Art Force
Art Force is an art consulting firm located in the heart of the Northeast Minneapolis Arts District. In 2014, Art Force partnered with the Minneapolis Convention Center to develop and implement the SmartArt Rotating Art Program.
Call for Artists
Submission for artwork is currently closed.
Gallery
Artwork is collected biannually through an open Call for Artists with specific parameters in alignment with the City of Minneapolis Public Art Policies & Procedures Guide and the Minneapolis Arts Commission Selection Process. All images received are reviewed by a committee of panelists who are appointed by the Office of Ward 7 Councilwoman Lisa Goodman, Citizens for a Loring Park Community, and the Minneapolis Arts Commission.
To inquire about purchasing a piece of art contact Art Force at info@artforce.org or call 763-567-2200
"Geography of Home" by Susan Armington. Mixed Media 6' x 9'
"Attention". Oil and Latex on Canvas. 83" x 34".
"Effusion" by Loretta Bebeau. Acrylic on canvas. 24" x 60".
"Happy Lot #1" by Loretta Bebeau. Acrylic on canvas. 60" x 50".
"Joined" by Loretta Bebeau. Acrylic on canvas. 50" x 50".
"RaMaSaDa" by Melanie Bethke. Oil on wood. 48" circle.
"Image One" by Maddy Bradley. Vestiverunt.
"Buck Up" By Kat Corrigan. 24" x 48".
"Confrontation" By Kat Corrigan. 24" x 48".
"Deerly Beloved" By Kat Corrigan. 36" x 48"
"Departure" By Kat Corrigan. 24" x 48".
"Otter Sees You" By Kat Corrigan. 36" x 36".
"Airbnb" by Hannah Farrell. Oil on panel. 6' x 4'
"15" by Tanya Gravening.
"16" by Tanya Gravening. 48" x 66"
"Reprise" by Hilary Greenstein. Oil and latex on canvas. 83" x 34".
"Venus 1" by Hilary Greenstein. Spray paint, latex on canvas. 72" x 60".
"Painting 4" by Scott Helmes.
"Bison #1 & Bison#2" by Shawn McNulty. Diptyc, acrylic and pumice on Canvas. 36" x 72".
"Tombstone #1 & #2" by Shawn McNulty. Diptyc, acrylic and pumice on Canvas. 40" by 80"
"Parrot". Acrylic and pumice on canvas. 36" x 36"
"Minneapolis Urban Mandala" by Neal Peterson. Archival print sealed under acrylic glass. 45" Circle.
"Lake Louise" by Larry Rostad. Oil. 42" x 54".
"Pelican Rapids" by Larry Rostad. Oil. 42" x 54".
"Winter Bridge" by Larry Rostad. Acrylic. 42" x 54".
"Ready for Flight" By Vicki Underland-Rosow. Dye on silk. 35" x 48".
