An example of an ArtScape work and the banner.

JAMESTOWN — ArtScape Jamestown invites local artists to submit their work for the 2026 ArtScape public art program through Feb. 2.

Pearl City Clay House is partnering with Chautauqua Art Gallery and the City of Jamestown Parks Department to create an outdoor public art gallery in downtown Jamestown, N.Y. Artists of all ages who live in Chautauqua County or within 35 miles of Jamestown are invited to participate in this juried art competition. Up to six banners will be earmarked for our youth, (under 18), category. Interested artists may submit up to three works for consideration at https://ArtScapeJamestownNY.com.

Selected works are reproduced on banners that hang on light posts throughout the downtown area. Pearl City Clay House, on Second Street, and Chautauqua Art Gallery, on Main Street in downtown Jamestown, support this program as the host sponsors, displaying the original works of art and coordinating artists and banner production.

ArtScape aims to create an outdoor gallery experience in the heart of the community. The colorful banners add interest and intrigue to the downtown streetscape, encouraging pedestrians and vehicle traffic to slow down and enjoy the display. Each banner showcases local artists, highlighting the creativity and talent of people who live and work in the region.

A jury of arts professionals will select up to 60 pieces to be included in the 2026 program. The chosen works are professionally photographed for display on the banners. Local businesses can sponsor a banner, and the names of the artists and the sponsors are featured on the banners. At the end of the outdoor display, the banners are removed and given to the sponsor, or the sponsor may choose to donate the banner to the artist. Sponsors are encouraged to display the banner in their place of business, highlighting their support for enriching the community through public art programs.

Banners will be hung in May & June of 2026, and a brochure with a walking tour of the banners will be distributed. The original art show will be held May 22 through July 4. A new addition this year will be Artist Talks and workshops at Pearl City Clay House and Chautauqua Art Gallery.

“I am proud to see the ArtScape program continue into its fourth year”, said Leslie Calimeri, owner of Chautauqua Art Gallery. “I’ve watched ArtScape grow each year since its inception and I’m looking forward to new artwork and continuing to build our ArtScape community.”

“Pearl City Clay House strengthens the community through art and we couldn’t be more thrilled to participate in ArtScape”, said Deb Eck, PCCH Program Director. “We look forward to showcasing artists in our gallery and hosting ArtScape artist talks and workshops”

Interested artists and those interested in sponsoring a banner can find information and an application at https://ArtScapeJamestownNY.com The deadline for both artists and sponsorship is Feb. 24.