SERIES WE LOVE :: ARKIPELAGO LITERARY SERIES
It has been a while since last performing in the Bay. This Saturday, I break from New York’s winter and build with my Pinoy community at Philippine American Writers and Artists. The organization seeks ¨to create and encourage literature and arts for the preservation and enrichment of Filipino and Filipino American historical, cultural, and spiritual values,” something I hope my poetry contributes to at their Arkipelago Literary Series along with Oscar Bermeo (poetry), Cecilia Gaerlan (drama), and Isabelle Thuy Pelaud (creative writing). If you are in the area, it would be lovely to see you there. – Jennifer Cendaña Armas
Exhibits We Love :: Pema Rinzin @ Joshua Liner Gallery
We first saw Pema Rinzin’s work at the Barnstormers group show last spring at the Joshua Liner Gallery and this Thursday, January 27, he will debut his first solo show in New York, Compassion Transformed. We absolutely loved seeing his interpretation of the traditional Tibetan Thangka painting and from the looks of these pieces, it should be a great show. Since we can’t be there in person, please enjoy the show and report back to us! – Moni Pineda
Events We Love :: Art Barter New York
As both an artist and occasional buyer, I get excited at new possibilities to alternate the norms on how art is made, and especially sold. Art Barter New York, sounds like a step in the right direction where the buyer can create a unique desire in the artist in order to be chosen. If you’re out and about in the Lower East Side, go check it out…
Art We Love :: Pat Perry @ Chrome
We told you about Pat Perry’s work after seeing a great timelapse a few months back and now we’re happy to invite you to the launch of his exclusive t-shirt collection for Chrome in New York City. He sent us a couple of images that are sure to spark your curiosity and imagination. If you’re in NYC on November 12th, make sure to stop by for some booze, music and dope art. – Moni Pineda
Tara McPherson :: Off the Hook
While preparing for her upcoming solo show at New York’s Jonathan LeVine Gallery (October 23 – November 20 2010), Tara McPherson delves into some of the world myths and legends that have inspired her paintings.
Events We Love :: Across the Board: Artists for Autism Awareness
Laurie Markiewicz & Peter Pabón created Across the Board: Artists for Autism Awareness, an event that is part exhibit, fundraiser & celebration for the many creative ways to improve the lives of people affected by autism. Over 30 artists have created original skateboard art to be auctioned off with a portion of the proceeds donated to Autism Speaks. If you can’t make it but would like to bid on a piece, please contact us and we’ll let you know how to proceed. Otherwise, see you on Saturday! – Moni Pineda
Saturday, August 28, 2010 from 7pm-Midnight
Soapstone Gallery
11 West 36th Street 5th Floor
New York, NY 10018
Events We Love :: Summer Streets
Did you miss the last two weeks of Summer Streets? This upcoming Saturday is your last chance to play, run, walk & bike with thousands of other beautiful New Yorkers from downtown to Central Park. My friend Baly Cooley invited me to bike with her a couple of weeks ago and it turned out to be one of my favorite summer days so far. Not only did we get to see our lovely city through a new perspective, but there were also plenty of activities to entertain, educate & inspire all types. The Whole Foods picnic area was perfect for a snack & next to it I even got a biking helmet FOR FREE! There were dance classes, exercise sessions, dumpster pools for a quick cooling dip and free bike valets to look after your wheels while you enjoy it all. Inspired by Bogotá, Colombia’s Ciclovia and Paris, France’s Paris Plage, Summer Streets should not be missed! – Moni Pineda
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