Window Art Stroll Showcases 30 CT Artists In Downtown New Haven

New Haven CT

04 June, 2021

8:50 AM

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NEW HAVEN, CT —The streets of downtown New Haven are bursting with color since the inaugural Window Art Stroll & Contest debuted on May 15. Hosted by The Shops at Yale and Whitney-Audubon Retail & Arts District, the Window Art Stroll& Contest is a self-guided walking tour with an online people's choice voting system whichshowcases the talent of 30 Connecticut artists by bringing their work outdoors for everyone toenjoy. Through Sunday, June 27, guests visiting the Broadway, Chapel, and Whitney-Audubondistricts can see one-of-a-kind paintings made by local artists on storefront windows, and thenvote on their favorites for a chance to win gift cards to local retailers and restaurants. Livemusic by local solo musicians also adds to the festivities on Saturdays from noon to 4 p.m. "In this city of the arts, it makes so much sense to take advantage of our beautiful window'canvases' as a pathway to our magnificent galleries and museums," said Claire Criscuolo,owner of Claire's Corner Copia on Chapel Street, who was paired with artist Wing Na Wong."Stroll the streets as you enjoy window art leading to the Yale Art Gallery — which we are sodelighted to have reopened again!" Installations took place on Saturday, May 15, where guests watched as artists transformedmerchants' windows into colorful, summer-themed masterpieces. "What I love the most about working outdoors is being able to interact with the people thatwalk by," said artist Zach Chernak, who painted a summer-inspired caricature of Yale's mascot"Handsome Dan" on the front window of lululemon on Broadway. "Whether that is talkingwith them, answering questions, or just working while they observe, it's a great opportunity tomeet new people and get a little exposure." Zach continued, "People should come to the art stroll to experience a wide range of talents andstyles, while enjoying beautiful downtown New Haven. All of the artists put in a lot of work toadd something compelling to each storefront. I have no doubt there will be something foreveryone to enjoy." One of the window paintings, part of the Window Art Stroll in downtown New Haven now through June 27. Photo by Joey Jones Guests are encouraged to vote here for their favorite art display after they complete the walk, and those who do will be automatically entered to win $50 gift cards to various retailers and restaurants. The stroll is about 1.5 miles and can be done in a little over an hour, although there are manygreat restaurants, cafes, eateries, retail shops, and architectural points of interest along theroute so walking times could vary from an hour to a full afternoon. Prizes will be awarded to artists for first, second, and third place, as well as for Best SummerTheme on Broadway, Chapel Street, and Whitney Avenue. Winners will be announced duringthe week of June 28. For maps of the window art displays, voting and more information, click here. Convenient hourly parking is available at surface parking lots adjacent to stores and restaurants— 255 Crown Street, 56 Broadway, 40 Dixwell Avenue, and 78 Audubon Street. Directions canbe found at TheShopsatYale.com/Park and WhitneyAudubon.com/Parking. Currently, TheShops at Yale is offering two hours of free parking with a $25 or more same-day purchase fromparticipating retailers and restaurants at the 56 Broadway and 255 Crown Street parking lots,TheShopsatYale.com/FreeParking.