Alley Art
Welcome to downtown Minot's outdoor art museum! Take a look around at all of the color you see, and after you've looked, think to yourself, what kind of cool people did they snag to create these works of art. Read more about the art you see and those who made it.
MAX PATZNER
You'll see Max's Work as soon as you step foot... and even before you step foot into the Alley.
When creating the mural he said that he was asked to envision what a "Thursday Night" could look like in Citizens Alley. From there he got to work imagining all of the fun that could be had. In the mural you'll find people hanging out, dancing, laughing, and bebopp'n around. The work is vibrant and welcoming, and is the first thing to say "hey" when you walk in!
Tessia Samuelson
The second thing you see when you walk in is a trailer. It's not just any trailer, it's meant to bring you all the good eats and drink you could want when you're here.
Did you look closer though? At first glance, it's a mosaic of bright colors, but when you get up close and personal you realize it's much more. Tessia Samuelson created a mural to wrap our concession trailer that is actually an abstract map of the city of Minot.
Arvin Davis Jr.
As you're in the Alley you see on the sides a full mural spanning100ft across. What is it though?
You may find yourself asking this question, but this is the perfect example of art being differently interpreted depending on who's viewing it. Every time you look at it, you'll realize you're looking at something different. One day the beautiful prairie flowers are what strike a chord with you, and then the next, it will be the robot cowboy in the corner, that you somehow missed the first time. There is always something new to catch in this colorful and detailed piece.
Cera Pignet
The very back of the alley is the home to our own "Transformer." Some days it is a gorgeous scenic art piece by Cera Pignet and other days it's the stage the musicians are rocking the house down on.
The mural is inspired by the "See America" posters that were commissioned by the WPA. These posters featured flora and fauna of areas to entice them to visit. The various critters and the bright color palette provide something unique and natural to look at during idle moments in the alley.
