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.
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
Level One
1.0) "Big Twin" by Dom Naval. Mixed Media 5' x 7'
1.1) "Untitled #204" by Trace. Mixed Media 4' x 5'
1.1) “Untitled #205” by Trace Acrylic, Mixed Media 3' 6" x 5' 8"
1.2) “Untitled #201” by Trace. Mixed Media 3' 4" x 3'
1.2) “Untitled #202” by Trace. Mixed Media 3' 4" x 3'
1.3) “Stone Arch Reflection” by Ric Rosow. Photograph 2' 5" x 5' 2"
1.4) “Stone Arch Bridge in May” by Ric Rosow. Photograph 36" x 43"
Level Two
2.0) “It's OK to Have a Gray Day” by Luciana Bongiovanni. Wool Tapestry Weaving 4' x 4'
2.1) “Cerulean Meditation” by Ann Gallick. Acrylic on Canvas 48" x 36"
2.1) “Frozen Sound of Minnehaha in Winter” by Bob Schmitt. Mixed Media 30" x 144"
2.2) “Community” by Esther Osayande. Acrylic 7' x 6'
2.2) “Insightful” by Esther Osayande. Acrylic 7' x 6'
2.3) “Untitled” by Richard Bonk. Digital Print 30" x 30"
2.3) “Untitled” by Richard Bonk. Digital Print 30" x 30"
2.4) “Breathe” by Sue Davis. Acrylic 48" x 120"
2.4) “Revolution” by Sue Davis. Acrylic 48" x 120"
2.6) “Turtle Garden” by C. Ruth Mason. Oil Painting 36" x 48"
2.7) “Child's Play” by C. Ruth Mason. Oil Painting 84" x 104"
2.8) “Indigo Bunting Wing” by Paul Nelson. Photograph 45" x 60"
2.8) “Indigo Bunting” by Paul Nelson. Photograph 45" x 36"
2.9) “Senescence” by C. Ruth Mason. Acrylic on Canvas 36" x 36"
2.10) “The Weekend” by Raven Mae. Mixed Media 60" x 40"
2.11) “Hands of Buddha” by C. Ruth Mason. Oil 24" x 72"
2.12) “Persimmon Landscape” by Ann Gallick. Acrylic 36" x 48"
Mezzanine Level
M1) “Spontaneous Storefront” by Richard Bonk. Digital Print on Vinyl 96" x 48"
M2) “Flowers of the Deep Waters” by C. Ruth Mason. Acrylic on Canvas 60" x 40"
Lower Level
L1) “Untitled” by Lisa Anderson. Acrylic on Canvas 37" x 50"
L2) “Prairie Moon” by Jon Middleton. Oil on Canvas 48" x 36"
