Collection

The Permanent Collection

Our permanent collection includes more than 5,350 works, capturing over a century of artistic vitality in Provincetown and on the Outer Cape.

This database offers a window into that rich legacy and our ongoing efforts to showcase contemporary artists working here. More than 2,700 pieces in our collection lack digital images. Our efforts to digitize the rest of our collection are ongoing; to contribute to this critical project to digitize the PAAM collection, please contact James Robertson, Chief Development Officer, by email at jrobertson@paam.org or visit: paam.org/donate/

COLLECTION IN THE COMMUNITY

PAAM regularly loans work from its permanent collection to community organizations and businesses, expanding public access to and appreciation of these important works of art. Works from the collection can currently be seen at Seamen’s Bank (Provincetown, Truro, and Wellfleet locations), Seashore Point in Provincetown, La Tanzi, Spaulding & Landreth LLP offices in Provincetown and Orleans, and David Marshall Datz, PC office in Provincetown and Orleans. To discuss arranging an artwork loan for your business or organization, please contact PAAM Registrar Madeleine Larson (mlarson@paam.org).

Andrew on Crane, Provincetown Harbor

Art

Andrew on Crane, Provincetown Harbor

Description

Ecstatically, Andrew jumps into Provincetown waters. His arms and legs are spread wide like a little kid inaugurating the water on their first day of summer vacation. Brian Bowen Smith’s photograph captures the carefree experience found in Provincetown. No matter who one is, this maritime town welcomes them with open arms. Andrew’s euphoric display demonstrates how it feels to be part of a community that uplifts one another. Spirits rise. Authenticity ripens. One no longer feels the need to hide behind their societally-issued mask.

Artist Information

Brian Bowen Smith

Entry/Object ID

3177.044.Ph22

Artwork Details

Date made: n.d.

Medium: Photograph

Dimensions (h x w): 19 in x 25 in

Acquisition

Accession: 3177

Credit Line: Gift of Robert Duffy, 2022