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Holly Lay : August 2024

Full Scope Workshop for August was a presentation by Visual Arts Specialist, Holly Lay about the Cultural Affairs Department’s Public Art Division in the City of Las Vegas. Attendees learned how to collaborate with the city through public art opportunities, found out services they offer to enhance art / culture -oriented local businesses, and heard about the different ways the Public Art Division impacts our community.

The discussion was followed by a question-and-answer segment where attendees asked Holly about the topics covered.

https://youtu.be/ov4hXXWaYQA

To receive a copy of the presentation and/or the announcements, please email us through CCPublicArt@ClarkCountyNV.gov

Meet Our Speakers!

Holly Lay of the Cultural Affairs Department’s Public Art Division joined us and covered topics like public art process, opportunities for artists, and services offered for the community.

Holly Lay received her MFA from UNLV in 2019. Her art practice is inspired by mining digital archives, collecting references to cyberculture, femininity, craft and kitsch. When not working on her art in the studio or watching classic films, she is running a project space named Available Space Art Projects (ASAP) located in Las Vegas and works as a Visual Arts Specialist for the city of Las Vegas.

The Cultural Affairs Department’s Public Art Division in the city of Las Vegas is dedicated to enhancing the city’s visual landscape through the integration of art in public spaces. This department actively collaborates with artists, community members, and stakeholders to commission, install, and maintain a diverse range of public artworks. Their efforts aim to celebrate the city’s cultural heritage, foster community pride, and stimulate economic growth by transforming public areas into exciting cultural destinations. The division supports various art forms, including sculptures, murals, and interactive installations, ensuring that art is accessible and engaging for all residents and visitors.

Visit their website to find out more about Holly Lay, the City of Las Vegas Cultural Affairs, and public art opportunities:
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To read the Public Arts Master Plan for the City of Las Vegas, as mentioned in the workshop, scan the QR Code below:
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Color Therapy, Eric Vozzola – Coordinated by Holly Lay

Police Memorial Park, Iandry Randriamandroso X MeowWolf – Coordinated by Holly Lay