Most people think I do live in Philadelphia. I grew up there, the collection is housed there, family still there, etc. I don't live in Philly, but if I did, I would make a point to see this show. Guaranteed recession-proof pricing: the show contains quite a few emerging artists. I wish the gallery had a website where I could remotely see the art (hint-hint), but as this is their inaugural show, I'll let it slide.
Drew Leshko, Kensington and Hart, 2008, Illustration Board, wire, plaster, basswood, acrylic, enamel, 35" x 14" x 18"
Seriously, Stupididity
Curated by Damian Weinkrantz and Adam Wallacavage
Opening Reception
Wednesday, March 18, 6-10
Shadow Space Gallery
upstairs at Kung Fu Necktie
1248 N. Front Street
Artists: Drew Leshko (one of my favorites), David Dunn, Danny Perez, Spencer Wunder, Mary Deevy, Manuel Dominguez Jr., Jessica Roberts, Gloria Joan Haag, Laura Lee and Susan Houwen, Brieann Robyn Tracey, Carrie Collins, Jason Goldberg, Isaac Lin, Kelly Turso, Adam Crawford, Andrew Jeffrey Wright, Ken Sigafoos, Ben Woodward, Judith Schaechter, Amber Lynn Thompson, Crystal Stokowski, Matt Leines, Jim Houser, Jayson Musson, Andrew Clark, Plankton Art Co., Erich Weiss, Dan Tag, Dave Fox, Carolynne McNeel, Nick Paparone, Shelly Spector, Charles Burns, Aryon Hoselton, Paul E.
I love shows that star emerging artists. Sometimes, I just love the fresh and different outlook that they provide! It's ironic, though, that many emerging and up-and-coming artists are utilizing the power of the internet. There's this new site called www.mysoiree.net that allows artists to have their own virtual studio to display their work. Galleries, although wonderful that they are, are now competing with the internet! Perhaps soon you'll be able to see the gallery's displays live online!
Thank you for the post. It's always a pleasure reading them.
Posted by: Christine | March 16, 2009 at 10:25 PM