CEDAR RAPIDS, IA - On the eve of Grant Wood's 125th birthday and the 15th anniversary of the Overalls All Over public art project in Cedar Rapids, local organizations are working together to bring a public art parade to the Cedar Rapids area during the summer of 2016.
The Overalls All Over project will include approximately 30 life-sized 6' fiberglass statues depicting the farmer and daughter from the American Gothic painting. It is one of the most familiar images in 20th-century American art and painted at 5 Turner Alley in Cedar Rapids.
Overalls All Over is seeking artists to transform each American Gothic statue into something unique and beautiful. Artists are encouraged to submit unique and multiple designs for the statues. Iowa artists are especially encouraged to apply. A $1,500 stipend is available for each design selected. The deadline for submissions has been extended to August 7, 2015.
Additional information is available at http://croveralls.com/artists-
Statues will be on parade from May through September 2016, culminating at the NewBo Arts Festival on Labor Day Weekend. The locations of these statues will be promoted as fun photo opportunities and both print and digital maps will direct visitors through the area.
Overalls All Over
The Cedar Rapids Area Convention & Visitors Bureau, Czech Village/New Bohemia Main Street District, NewBo City Market and Black Earth Gallery are working together to celebrate Grant Wood's legacy utilizing the theme of the American Gothic portrait as a celebration of Grant Wood's 125th birthday by creating an engaging experience in which organizations, businesses, and attractions throughout the Cedar Rapids area can participate. This event will attract visitors from across the state, region and nation. www.croveralls.com
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