"The exhibition, La Montaña Rusa, consists of a new work of the same name, which alludes to both a roller coaster and a bed, juxtaposed with other new sculptures and a group of drawings. The exhibition investigates Los Carpinteros' interest in objects of domesticity, as exemplified by items such as beds, swimming pools and shelves...."
Google them and try to find the PBS piece on Cuban art. Los Carpinteros get extra love for "reclaiming" most of their early materials from the vacant mansions in Cuba.
Whaaaat! Check this site. While Melody Weir was behind the helm of Emergency Arts, Mark had left these babies made from tape that I came across on the 3rd floor one day. I wasn't sure what was to come of those creepy little translucent babes and I just (finally) visited Mark's site. Anyhow, check it--good for an existentialist look on life, on consumerism, and for cheeky street installations.
Link: BAM! BOP! POW!...ART!
If you're from outta town, you must check Printed Matter.
They carry zines, prints, guys with beards & and short run art books from all over the world--something like 70% of their inventory is under 25$. They nurture a community of artists and writers with readings, curated shows and I'm not, not promising weird nude art books. It's the most inspiring store in NYC. It will become your Rushmore.
10th Ave bet. 21st and 22nd street.
Link: Howwwlz!
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About Me:
- Working on:
LANDFILL Magazine "A Post Consumer" zine: www.LANDFILLzine.com - Listening to:
Wild Light - Reading:
"qwertyyuiop asdfghjkl zxcvbnm" and some numbers and such... - Watching:
the pixels on my computer screen
