PORTAL is a monthly public visual art series produced by Maelstrom Collaborative Arts. Taking advantage of the the alcove of an unused doorway in our headquarters in Gordon Square, PORTAL will feature artists through the year and bring free public art to the corner of Detroit Ave. and West 65th.
April 2024 - Alex Heard
Alex Heard is a soft sculptor and performance artist working in Cleveland. Their colorful, plush works explore a variety of topics both absurd and sincere. They graduated from the Cleveland Institute of Art in 2020. Alex performs in the Cleveland area, and has exhibited throughout Ohio. IG: @alecksheard
“This work is a personal statement from the artist to all who see it. It represents a sentiment of encouragement for all creative endeavors. It's a belief that all people are capable of positive creation in whatever form it may take. It is also a call to action to find beauty in everyday life. I may not know your story. You may not consider yourself a creative person. Still, we are all makers, and I know you will make something beautiful.”
All artists are paid for this event. MCA Wellspring helps Maelstrom cover artist stipends and spaces costs. Every contribution helps us continue supporting local arts!
Location
Maelstrom Collaborative Arts
5403 Detroit Ave.
Cleveland OH 44102