This spring, local creatives have been gathering to collaborate on a new creative project — outside of their typical mediums. Dozens of painters, sculptors, fiber artists, installation artists, performing artists, gallery owners, art teachers, designers and others are brainstorming about what kind of new art-focused event they would like to see in Northeast Ohio. “This might be messy work,” says Cleveland artist Liz Maugans, “but it’s going to be, hopefully, fun and joyful.” The desire for such an event began in February, when the FRONT International Cleveland Triennial and CAN Triennial — both scheduled for 2025 — announced they would be canceled indefinitely. Cleveland-area artists recognized this void and started conceiving of what could take their place, in meetings and in a Facebook group called "Quest for the Fest." Here, they're collaborating in a grassroots effort to establish a new, unique event — one that’s entirely of their own making. 🔗 Read more at the link in bio. ...