Programs

Common Ground

Art and Social Dialogue at the Gallery @Art Gym. “Common Ground” is a new program that pairs artists with community organizations to explore social issues through contemporary art and conversation. Each exhibition brings these partnerships together to create work and public programming that helps make complex topics more visible and approachable. Through exhibitions, talks, and events, the gallery becomes more than just a place to show art, it becomes a space for dialogue, learning, and connection. The goal is to use art as a way to bring people together, spark thoughtful conversations, and engage the broader community in meaningful ways.

Details

Artist and Partner Organization Details:

Artist receives:

$1800 Artist Stipend – Compensation for the artist’s time, participation, and production costs
$300 Co-op @Art Gym membership (3 months)

Partner Organization receives:

$500 Partner Organization Stipend – Compensation for collaboration and participation in programming
Cross Promotion

Gallery Specs/Assets

- - - Professional track system – No nails or screws are allowed. Work must be wired, or have d-rings to work with the hanging system.
    - Unframed works on paper can be installed using magnets on Art Gym’s metal panels
    - Suspension system for hanging work from the ceiling
    - 2 moveable walls equipped with power outlets included
    - The maximum number of artworks are dependent on size but typically, the gallery can accommodate 30 small to medium pieces
    - 13 sculpture pedestals in various sizes for 3-D work
    - Tables and chairs

Click here, to view a pdf of the floor plan.

Timeline:

Common Ground exhibits will run four times per year. Each exhibition will run for approximately three weeks. The program will follow a simple quarterly flow that allows time for planning, promotion, and engagement.

Questions? Contact Us

Common Ground Inquiry

Thank you for your interest in the Common Ground Gallery Program @Art Gym!