Something Red

A crown jewel event for Artists in Action, Something Red is an annual juried art exhibit that centers around the color red. Artists create compelling art that features true red as a focal point or primary color in the composition.

This well-loved event started as a way to bring visual arts, artists, and the community together. It has grown to begin a highlight of the holiday season contributing to the vitality, ambiance, and sense of community in downtown Salem.

Awards are are given in a number of categories including People's Choice, so when you visit the show, be sure you vote for your favorite piece.

An art reception will take place during the First Friday Art walk 5 to 8 p.m. Dec 6 with an awards ceremony at 6 p.m. Something Red is on exhibit Dec 6 to 31, at Elsinore Framing and Fine Art Gallery, 444 Ferry St SE

Header artwork by Carol Sims, “Red Bromeliad”