Sunday, July 15, 2012

Artists In Storefronts


Whittier Alliance  - 10 East 25th Street

"Shoulders of Giants" ©JA2001
I have two works included in the second installment of Artists In Storefronts.  
"The Artists in Storefronts project turns vacant or under-used storefronts into vibrant, engaging spaces showcasing original work by Twin Cities artists. By bringing art to the walkable urban landscape, Artists in Storefronts helps to revitalize neighborhoods, increase community engagement, highlight local creativity, and stimulate the local economy."
The project runs July 21  through September 9 with artists taking over 25 storefronts and points of interest throughout the Whittier neighborhood.  

My work is proudly displayed at the Whittier Alliance headquarter.
(next door to Spyhouse - 25th & Nicollet)  

The opening reception is at the Black Forest Inn Banquet Hall July 21st starting at 7pm. There will be a silent auction featuring work from participating artists to benefit the AIS project.  I'll have a work included in the auction.  It's a great opportunity to own some original art and fund future projects.  There will be live upright piano karaoke with Nye's very own Andrew Crowley, refreshments.  Organizer, Joan Vorderbruggen will also lead you on an abbreviated  walking tour of several storefront exhibits as well as pop up gallery at 2613 Nicollet featuring work by legendary Guthrie costume designer Jack Edwards.
"How to Find a Meaning" ©JA2007

Participating artists and storefronts

 1.  35 E. Franklin: St. Stephens Shelter
 2.  2419 Nicollet: Candy Chang, "I Wish This Was"
 3.  2445 Nicollet: Marnie Erpestad
 4.  10 E. 25th St: Joe Aschebrock
 5.  2600 Nicollet: Paul Kamish, Elizabeth Garvey, Maren Misner
 6.  10 E. 26th St: Carrie Thompson, Angela Carlson Talle
 7.  17 E. 26th St: Laurel Turek, Scott Seekins
 8.  19 E. 26th St: Larsen Husby, Mac Balentine, Julia Caston, Mary Jane Mansfield
 9.  2609 Stephens: Candy Chang "Before I Die"
10.  2613 Stephens: GM Wurtzel's Pop Up Boutique
11.  2613 Stephens: Little Free Library
12. 2605 Nicollet: Audrey McMillan, Sophia Hicks
13. 2613 Nicollet: Jack Edwards Pop Up Gallery
14. 2710 Nicollet: Venus De Mars, Brenda Manthe, Jason Wade
15. 25 W. 29th St: Taylor Lindgren, Matthew Nygren

Events
July 21: Opening Reception, Black Forest Inn Banquet Hall, 7-10pm
Jack Edwards Pop Up Gallery Saturdays through September 8 12pm-3pm as well as 7-9pm Tuesday August 7 and Thursday August 16
GM Wurtzel's Pop Up Boutique Tuesday through Saturday 1pm-6pm
July 28: Walking Tour, 11am
August 7: 7:30-9pm "Hayden on the Backstreets" Live Classical Music in the alley behind 2737 Blaisdell Avenue
August 11: Guerrilla Girls Benefit, Cult Status Gallery, 8pm
August 16: Light Sabre Walking Tour, 9pm
August 22: Biking Tour, 7pm
August 29: Walking Tour, 7pm
September 8: Final Walking Tour, 12pm
September 9: "Bridging Festival" Closing Party Sunday, 3-6pm; 24th Street Pedestrian Bridge