"A Closer NY" January 9, 2009

The urban landscape consists of industrial elements and ephemeral nature. Steel, wood, concrete, plastic, and paper that weather the unseasonable climate patterns of hot and cold, wet and dry form a harmonious decomposition. As new buildings thrust upwards from the bedrock, the city’s skyline undergoes significant changes. More and more passersby become less sensitive to scaffolding and industrial equipment that commandeer sidewalks. This form of sensory adaptation debilitates aesthetic recognition. “A Closer NY” encourages the audience to seek beauty in imperfections...
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Who:
Participating artists include Sherry Mills with a series of photographs and FAB Featured Artist, Amir Bey with a sculpture titled, "Amilcar and the Mermaid" installed on scaffolding as part of Fourth Arts Block's, "ArtUp" public art program.

When:
Opening takes place on Saturday, January 24, 2009 from 3:00PM-5:00PM
Exhibition will run from January 24 to April 24, 2009
Viewing hours from sunrise to sunset (outdoor installation)

Where:
Fourth Arts Block (FAB) / East 4th Street between Bowery and 2nd Avenue
Opening will be held at Cuppa Cuppa 75 E. 4th Street / Across from installation

Metro: F,V to 2nd Avenue / 6 to Astor Place

Note:
Opening reception will begin at 3:00PM at Cuppa Cuppa 75 E. 4th Street. All guests are invited to discounted beverages courtesy of Cuppa Cuppa and will receive a FREE FAB Pass that provides discounts to shows, readings, classes, and workshops. FAB Friends will receive a complimentary box card set courtesy of Sherry Mills.

In addition to opening of "A Closer NY", the East Village History Project will hold a walking tour of Downtown's Historical Theater Row. It begins at 2:00PM. Please RSVP to Lauren Parish at lauren@fabnyc.org for further details.

Featured Above: Sherry Mills, Grove Street Pink, 2007, C-Print, Edition of 10, 30" x 48".

Official Website: http://www.fabnyc.org/exhibits.php