Sherman, TX
ON THE MAP
Mapping Sherman's Vibrant Identity: A Collaborative Artwork for the Future
Participate in the artistic process, and you become a part of Sherman's visual legacy, helping to craft a vibrant and ever-evolving map of this remarkable community. The proceeds from this ambitious project benefit various charitable causes, reinforcing Sherman's commitment to philanthropy and community betterment.
AS THE MAP CHANGES WE'RE TAKING A MOMENT TO FEATURE SHERMAN, NOW.
These organizations include Children's Advocacy of Grayson County, LandBack.org, North Texas Youth Connection, Black Outside Inc., Treasured Vessels Foundation, Texas Counter-Trafficking Initiative, House of Rebirth, and Family Promise of Grayson County. Your contribution to this artistic endeavor helps these organizations thrive, as Sherman takes a moment to shine brightly, telling its story to the world. In collaboration with artists and residents alike, Sherman, TX, is paving the way for a vibrant future, where art and community are truly one.
As an official Texas Cultural District amidst great industrial growth, Sherman has embarked on a remarkable transformation, and this project is a testament to its vibrant spirit. Envision a canvas as vast as Texas itself, pulsating with the collective energy of a community actively engaged in its creation. The project began in August 2021, and its inception witnessed a symphony of artistic expressions at various locations, from the local library to verdant parks, the exuberant PRIDE fest, the inspiring Sherman Art Fest, the serene Texoma Earth Day Gathering, and more. These diverse venues became the backdrop for the creation of this extraordinary artwork, with each brushstroke and color choice representing the essence of Sherman's people, present and future.
The completed artwork, when fully unveiled, will be a mosaic of 120 individual pieces, each one encapsulating a fragment of Sherman's identity. Together, they resemble a mesmerizing reverse barn quilt, interwoven with the tapestry of this Texas town. These unique artworks will be dispersed throughout Sherman, where they will serve as dynamic public installations, inviting both locals and visitors to connect with the city's creative soul.
The completed artwork, when fully unveiled, will be a mosaic of 120 individual pieces, each one encapsulating a fragment of Sherman's identity. Together, they resemble a mesmerizing reverse barn quilt, interwoven with the tapestry of this Texas town. These unique artworks will be dispersed throughout Sherman, where they will serve as dynamic public installations, inviting both locals and visitors to connect with the city's creative soul.
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The canvas will be filled over the coming months, fragmented, and framed.
Pieces available after local installation, estimated November 2024.
Pieces available after local installation, estimated November 2024.
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