Plan B
dal 10/9/2009 al 23/10/2009
Segnalato da
Double A Projects
F.E.A.S.T.
K.I.D.S.
Secret School
Jess Levey
OurGoods
Lynne Pidel
Mark Stafford
Tattfoo Tan
Krista Saunders
10/9/2009
Plan B
NurtureArt Gallery (new location), New York
An investigation of the emerging artist response to the current economic crisis. Originating from a quasi-anthropological premise, the project began as a survey circulated to dozens of artists about the impact of the recession on their work. On display alternative commercial structures, documentations of unique gatherings and online exchanges, gardens, installations, and paintings. Curated by Krista Saunders.
curated by Krista Saunders
August 11th, 2009, Brookyln, NY - NURTUREart Non-Profit, Inc. is pleased to present PLAN B, a group exhibition curated by Krista Saunders, opening on September 11, 2009 at the NURTUREart Gallery at 910 Grand Street in East Williamsburg, Brooklyn. Featured artists include Double A Projects, F.E.A.S.T., K.I.D.S. and Secret School, Jess Levey, OurGoods, Lynne Pidel, Mark Stafford and Tattfoo Tan.
PLAN B is an investigation of the emerging artist response to the current economic crisis. Originating from a quasi-anthropological premise, the project began as a survey circulated to dozens of artists about the impact of the recession on their work. As creative professionals who have historically adapted to adverse economic conditions, the artists provided truly insightful feedback. The reconnaissance effort continued with a series of studio visits, conversations and recommendations that ultimately revealed the artists' propensity to harness the moment's regenerative potential by proposing new personal, social and economic realities through their work.
PLAN B's findings will be unveiled at the opening reception. On display will be alternative commercial structures, documentations of unique gatherings and online exchanges, gardens, installations, and paintings. Workshops and "crafternoons" will take place throughout the run of the exhibition.
Collectively, the works in PLAN B allude to society's growing skepticism and reevaluation of existing social and economic norms. They also encourage the viewer to embrace the potential for constructive change and viable support networks.
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PLAN B is a NURTUREart Emerging Curators' Program Collaboration. Learn more about all of NURTUREart's programs and opportunities for emerging artists and curators at http://www.nurtureart.org
Directions to NURTUREart Gallery and Emerging Curators' Resource Center:
L train to the Grand Street stop. From the exit walk one block east of Bushwick Avenue (past the school) on Grand Street. Look for the NURTUREart Banner at 910 Grand Street, just after the traffic light at Waterbury Street.
Opening Reception: Friday, September 11th, 7-9 PM
Press Preview: 6-7 PM
NURTUREart Non-Profit
910 Grand Street - Brooklyn
The gallery is open Thursday through Monday from 12-6
free admission