Years of Veneers, a solo exhibition of new works by Matthew Conradt at Muriel Guépin Gallery
Finding inspiration in his mid-western Rust Belt upbringing, Matthew Conradt has created a body of work that moves far beyond sepia-toned nostalgia. In his unique combination of collage and photo-transfer, he appropriates magazine and printed digital images to create a critical counter-narrative to the American Dream. The results are direct yet contradictory. Just as the flat, Mylar surface betrays the torn edges of the original collage, the realities of this country often don’t align with common perception.
Opening Reception
Thursday May 30, 2013, from 6:30 – 8pm
Muriel Guépin Gallery
83 Orchard Street
New York, NY, 10002
www.murielguepingallery.com
Brooklyn Film Festival
From the same people who brought to you the Williamsburg Brooklyn Film Festival and the Brooklyn International Film Festival, here comes an event developed from 15 years of experience. Presenting over 100 film premieres, the festival runs from May 31 to June 9 at indiescreen and Windmill theaters. This year’s theme is Magnetic:
MAGNETIC is a study on all those invisible forces that bring people together or push them apart. It is also our personal invitation to read between the lines while questioning the motives behind. MAGNETIC will be a showcase of smart, multi-layered, deceiving, manipulative, yet unseen films coming from all continents in search of a Brooklyn breakthrough.
http://www.brooklynfilmfestival.org/films/2013/index.asp
The 20th Annual Red Hook Fest (May 30-June 1, 2013).
“Rebuild, Restore, Rebirth: Resilience after Sandy.”
With the neighborhood and region still recovering from Hurricane Sandy, the Red Hook Fest is more important than ever. The event features world class music and dance and fun activities for all ages (like free kayak rides in New York Harbor courtesy of the Red Hook Boaters). This year’s festival is jam-packed with programming.
THURS MAY 30 Youth Kick-Off Event (6pm-8pm)
FRI MAY 31 BBQ/Dance Party (6pm-8pm)
SAT JUNE 1 Red Hook Rebirth Parade (10am)
SAT JUNE 1 Mainstage Performances (12pm-7pm)
http://www.dancetheatreetcetera.org/rhwaf.html
Bushwick Open Studios 2013
May 31 – June 2
Bushwick Open Studios (BOS) is a three day arts and culture festival that celebrates the community’s vibrant arts scene with the goal of fostering dialogue and collaboration between local artists and residents. The festival, now in its seventh year, is hosted by the volunteer organization Arts in Bushwick (AiB) and is free and open to the public.
http://artsinbushwick.org/bos2013/
Cows at Art 101
Deth P. Sun solo show, This is My Jam at Grumpy Bert
May 31 – June 30, 2013
Opening reception with artist Deth P. Sun, Friday, May 31 2013 7:00pm-10:00pm
Deth P. Sun is a painter/illustrator currently residing in Berkeley, California. His work is playful and colorful with a touch of humor and mystery. Often his pieces feature a cat-like creature in various environments.
Opening Reception Friday, May 31 at 7pm
Grumpy Bert
82 Bond St.
Brooklyn, NY 11217
5th Annual Red Hook & Carroll Gardens Artist Open Studio Tours
Saturday, June 1 & Sunday, June 2 from 12PM-6PM and observe first hand some amazing artwork. You will be viewing art in the artists own studios or in a local business that fully supports the arts. Come meet the artists, discuss the creation process and enjoy two culturally rich and extremely delicious neighborhoods!
http://brooklynstudiotours.com/
Sing for Hope Pianos
Sing for Hope Pianos works with artists to paint pianos and then places them outdoors throughout NYC’s five boroughs as part of a public art installation to be enjoyed and played by all. After, the pianos will live on at schools and organizations throughout the city where they can continue to be played and enjoyed. Pianos will be placed throughout New York City’s five boroughs at outdoor locations from street-sides to parks
From June 1st-16th, 2013
