Art Connects New York (ACNY), a not-for-profit organization devoted to using the transformative power of art to enrich the lives of New Yorkers, will soon open an exhibition space called Spattered Columns in lower Manhattan.
The 1,000-square-foot exhibition space with 12-foot high ceilings will be located in the offices of Art Connects New York (www.ArtConnectsNewYork.org) on the 5th floor of 491 Broadway and will be devoted to showing the work of artists who do not have commercial representation.
Spattered Columns will open its doors on October 14 with an exhibit entitled “Awakenings,” that will feature the works of four artists assembled by curator by Heidi K. Lee. An opening reception will be held from 6 to 8 p.m., and members of the public may register for an invitation by calling 646.546.5334. Spattered Columns will be open to the public Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays, 12-6pm.
“These artists — Emily Barletta, Judith Braun, Yadir Quintana and Houben RT — aim to transcend the boundaries of art as object and take a non-traditional approach to art-making,” said Ms. Lee. “This exhibition transcends the visual realm and presents an other-worldly experience to the viewer. The artists’ inner-most spiritual and emotional desires intrigue and captivate the audience by the compelling use of sensory-based materials.”
All of the artists in the show live in New York; none has commercial representation. The majority of any sales proceeds will go to the artists with the remainder going to support ACNY.
The Spattered Columns space was previously the studio of the artist William Dutterer, who died in 2007. It takes its name from the two prominent Doric columns that are covered with paint drops spattered during his creative process.
ACNY was established in 2006 with the objective of placing contemporary art in social service agencies in the five boroughs of New York City. ACNY connects curators with social service agencies and non-profit organizations to create inspiring, compelling exhibitions of New York City-based artists. Permanently installed, these collections offer recipient agency’s clients, visitors and staff the opportunity for reflection, dialogue, and aesthetic enjoyment.
To date, ACNY has installed permanent placements in agencies including Comunilife, Inc., International Center for the Disabled, Neighborhood Coalition for Shelter, and The Doe Fund.
“ACNY believes that the visual arts have a unique ability to interpret the world, connect people, and inspire insight into ourselves and the world around us,” says Jamie Johnson, co-founder and President. “By using the transformative power of art, we affirm the human spirit and help make New York a more welcoming, expansive city. “In addition, we keep New York City a vibrant center of the visual arts by providing opportunities for artists and curators to do what they do best,” said Ms. Johnson.
For more information: 212-966-0096
Web site: http://www.artconnectsnewyork.org/
