Artwork from selected artists Boo McCaleb, Erica Warren, and Rachel Quast

About the project:

This summer, The Great Northern inviteed Minnesota-based artists to submit proposals for “Light on Lake,” a four-night public art experience that will transform East Lake Street into a large-scale moving projection installation. Selected artists will create digital projection artwork that will illuminate the walls and facades of East Lake Street businesses, turning them into animated canvases for local artists to share their work with the community.

In addition to creating original work, our selected artists will be leading free community workshops this fall, inviting neighbors and community members to share stories and ideas, and make some artwork of their own. More details on these upcoming workshops will be shared with our audience soon.

Meet the artists:

We’re excited to announce the three selected artists who will be bringing their work to Lake Street next year.

About The Great Northern

The Great Northern celebrates Minnesota’s signature season through 5 days of programming that explores climate solutions, outdoor adventure, local food, and the arts. “Light on Lake” is part of our commitment to uplifting neighborhood stories and fostering joyful, creative connections in public space.

This Cultural Districts Arts Fund activation is funded, in part, by the City of Minneapolis Arts & Cultural Affairs Department.

This program is made possible by support from the John & Denise Graves Foundation.