May 17, 2022 – Major League Soccer (MLS) – Columbus Crew SC News Release
COLUMBUS – The Short North Alliance is partnering with the Columbus Crew to present the third installment of Summer Spray, a live mural-painting event that showcases and elevates the work and process of local artists in the Short North Arts District for the community to enjoy. Summer Spray 2022 will again feature a temporary 1,300-square-foot mural wall on the highly visible “Cap at Union Station” located on Goodale St. between High St. and Park St.
In 2020, the Short North Alliance created the first iteration of Summer Spray by engaging 10 artists to help achieve the project’s bold goals. Summer Spray 2021 prioritized the selection of artists from historically marginalized communities to participate and will again be prioritized in the selection of participants in 2022. All artists will provide their own unique interpretation of themes that represent Columbus as a world-class city, a global community, and a place that ignites passion – just like the Crew.
Each weekend, over the span of 10 weekends from July 16 through September 17, a participating artist will create their section of the mural inspired by the themes mentioned, their own experiences, and current events, and build upon the work created by the previous artist. The public is invited to watch and enjoy the process as it unfolds. The finished mural will remain up for one year.
“We are thrilled to partner with the Short North Alliance to enhance our connectivity to the vibrant and diverse arts scene in Columbus,” said Columbus Crew President of Business Operations Kristin Bernert. “It is critical for us to continue to integrate into the community we live and work in and we are excited that this project helps celebrate what makes Central Ohio — and our Club – so unique, inclusive and special. The Summer Spray murals create an engagement opportunity for visitors and residents downtown throughout the week and of course on matchday…
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