Articles in the Around Town Category
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WHAT: 17th Annual Artist’s Warehouse Crawl
DATE: Saturday, November 21, 2009
TIME: 10 AM-9 PM
WHERE: The Artists Warehouse District
As if Thanksgiving isn’t enough to look forward to, here is a fantastic Fall event to check out if you are in or around the Houston metropolitan area. On Saturday, November 21st, the artists of the Warehouse District just north of downtown Houston will collaborate for ARTCRAWL. Over 100 participants will open their studios, galleries, and homes to the public. Among noted guests will be Diverse Works and Fotofest, two internationally recognized …
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Let’s face it. The days of Sheep’s Meadow sunbathing are over – it’s already bone chilling cold up here in New York City. So if you’re looking for a warm (and weird) diversion, head over to the Guggenheim for a historic event. From September 18, 2009 to January 13, 2010, the museum is featuring a full-scale retrospective of the Russian visionary artist, Vasily Kandinsky. Abstract art exhibits do tend to be hit or miss, but I implore you to give this one a shot.
Kandinsky’s pieces are about the relationship between …
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Where: The Old American Can Factory – 232 Third St, Brooklyn, NY 11215
When: August 8th, 2009 • 4PM – 4AM
Contact: info@brooklynemf.com
If you’ve ever snooped through the Aliveasart archives, you’ve probably gathered that we are huge fans of electronica. For those who share our love for the musical genre, we’ve got the perfect event in store for you. This Saturday August 8th, 2009, head over to the Old American Can Factory for a fun-filled day of music and dance. This year’s Brooklyn Electronic Music Festival lineup includes a wide range of entertainment, from emerging local bands to …
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If you’ve ever wanted proof that we live life as art, stop by the Chicago Museum of Surgical Science to see a truly unique show – Redefining the Medical Artist. A good friend of mine is involved in the event, and while I won’t be able to attend, I highly recommend that you do.
For those whom are wondering, ‘what on earth is a medical artist,’ don’t worry, I was right there with you a few hours ago. Medical artists are experts in biomedical visualization, an incredibly interesting field that I wish I had …
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Who: Will Broome
Where: House of Propellers: 5 Back Hill, London EC1R 5EN
When: July 3-28
Nottingham-born Will Broome has a knack for quirky creations. A highly sought-after illustrator, he has worked on commissions for brands such as Marc Jacobs, Missoni, Hugo Boss, and Gucci. This month, Broome is taking a break to showcase a series of new one-off originals. They are super fun. I’m lovin’ it.
There’s Something in the Wardrobe, Broome’s first solo exhibition, is on-going through July at the House of Propellers. If you will be in or around the area, it might just …
