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Artscape 2010
Whatever you’re selling is worth as much as you say it is, as long as whoever’s buying believes you. This is because the value of everything (including the currency we use to sustain ourselves in society) is completely subjective.
I’ll go further and say that the current recession isn’t a problem that needs to be fixed as much as it’s a symptom of the collective delusion we all seem to be suffering from. As long as we believe something has value, then it does. The only reason we believe money (coins, credit or IRAs) has value is because that’s what everyone tells us and we see it being exchanged for goods and services. We’re not here to argue the validity of the system that created such a mess. We’re going to acknowledge it and discuss how to move forward while within it.
By nature of being human you are an artist. The way you choose to engage with society in order to feed yourself is your art. Whether you’re painting, writing, farming, cooking, caring for others or preparing someone’s taxes, you are to a certain degree, exercising your imagination. If you were to try my grilled cheese sandwiches, you would swear that they were masterpieces and offer me an obscene sum of money for the recipe. I would tell you that your offer was an insult and demand that you double it.
Whatever it is you’re doing, it’s somewhat unique and no one else will ever be able to do it quite the way you do. What someone is willing to pay you for this is the perceived value of your art, not to be confused with its intrinsic value. The education system in this country was designed to produce cogs who are programmed with the idea that they have little control over this, which is, of course, a lie.
Right now anyone who is reading this can write a book and publish it, record an album and release it or make a movie and distribute it by use of a digital platform. We’re getting closer and closer to a level playing field, so why is what you have to offer more valuable than the person next to you who’s selling the same thing?
You are the differentiator. When someone goes to buy your art or your services they will sooner subscribe if your passion is palpable; they will sooner buy in if they can look you in the eye and ascertain your sincerity.
The mass produced prints bought from department stores that hang all over the walls of suburbia are usually priced at a fraction of what a limited edition print bought from an artist costs. There are two factors that determine this, the first, of course, is scarcity. The second is the story. The perceived value of a thing increases with the person’s connection to it. The artist’s story is a means by which a person can relate and therefore share in the experience associated with the art. The clearer we can convey our humanity to another through a medium the more connected we become, and the more valuable our offering.
In the new millennium, the accumulation of material possessions will cease to be the favorite pastime for society at large. As humanity distances itself from the television century, the Age of Insincerity, the perceived value of meaningful experiences and the tangible products associated with them, is what we will strive for.
This isn’t the sound of DJ Doctor Nice rolling over in his grave, people. This is What Weekly.
The Big Picture
I hereby nominate the Pink and Blue Dilemma as the Official Artscape Midway Installation. Further, I contend that in the years to come, Artscape should not officially begin until several festival goers are doused in a deluge of bubbles and made to be giddy while wallowing in the soapy mess. All in favor say “aye!” All opposed go start your own arts festival and call it Boredomscape. Clearly, when god was passing out imaginations you must have been busy avoiding him (or her, if you will) for fear of being interesting.
Cover photo by Theresa Keil.
If you’re in Baltimore there’s only one place to be on Friday night and that place is the The Meyerhoff Symphony Hall. Why? For one night only the BSO will share the stage with world renowned beatboxer and one of Baltimore’s favorite performers, the one and only Shodekeh. Anyone who’s had the pleasure of seeing him perform knows that this is a once in a lifetime event.
You may be asking yourself why are there two flyers for this show and who is the guy on the second one. Meet Zeb Drinkwater the winner of two tickets to the concert on Friday night. He won the tickets by making this flyer with his phone and posting it to our Facebook page . We were so impressed with how quickly he put it together that we put it in this week’s issue. Nice work Zeb.
We’ll be giving away more tickets to this amazing show all day Thursday. If you’d like to see history in the making check for updates at the What Weekly Facebook page . We’ll be playing games there all day and you can play to win. For those of you who don’t enjoy playing games you can always purchase tickets at the BSO website.
Good luck and we hope to see you there Friday night!
Submit your event to charmcity@whatweekly.com.
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Artscape 2010
The Pink and Blue Dilemma, conceptualized and brought to life by Scott Pennington made its debut at the Transmodern Festival where it had yet to reach this level of frivolity. Since then, the installation has developed immensely and by the time it made it to Artscape, it had all but eclipsed its former awesomeness if you can believe it. Follow this link to see the installation during its maiden voyage at Transmodern.
Photo by Theresa Keil.
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Photo by Theresa Keil
To say that people love bubbles would be an understatement. The happiness derived from bubbles is directly proportionate to the amount of bubbles accessible per human, divided by the area in which the bubbles are distributed. This number is then multiplied by the radius of the average bubble squared. This formula, as you all know, is the cornerstone of ‘Bubble Theory’ first hypothesized by Dr. W. Pooh during his earliest experiments.
Photo by Theresa Keil.
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The new and improved ‘Pink and Blue Dilemma’ comes fully equipped with a lounge area for when the bubbles are just too much and all you want to do is chill. Creator Scott Pennington demonstrates.
Pink and blue sunglass, shoes and outfit sold separately.
Photo by Theresa Keil.
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Photo by Theresa Keil
Sam Kipnes is this weeks winner of the prestigious and highly coveted, ‘Hey, You Look Just Like A Young Tony Alva But Maybe It’s Just Because Your Carving That Half Pipe In a very Tony Alva-Esque Way Which, Only Requires Wavy Hair, Olive Skin and the Ability To Have Your Wavy Hair Look Cool in a Photograph’ award. Dude, you totally deserve it.
Photo by Theresa Keil.
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Except for the threat of heat stroke, we all know Artscape is pretty tame. We can thank the skateboarders and bikers for mixing it up and reminding us that we all have a little of renegade tucked away in our naughty place. When the deck flies, stay calm.
Photo by Theresa Keil.
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Since 1995, The Creative Alliance has promoted Baltimore as a dynamic center of art in all genres. With members ranging from artists and educators to neighbors and supports, the Creative Alliance cultivates community through collaboration.
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You know how we feel about fire here at What Weekly. We’ll stare at a flame like dumbstruck cave dwellers who believe that all the universe’s mysteries could be solved if we could just figure out how to hold it. Thanks to Chris from the Scarborough Sideshow for risking serious bodily harm for our amusement.
Photo by James Hodges.
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Sarah Cosden demonstrates how to use one’s own head as platform for creativity.
Photo by James Hodges.
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Tamia Gray who was modeling fashion at Artscape was kind enough to stop long enough for this photo which was interesting enough without a clever caption.
Photo by James Hodges.
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The Baltimore Rock Opera Society gets our vote for favorite art car this year. It was the only art car that came complete with an interactive stage show and gas burning torches. (we sure do love a good fire) Nothing says culture like a guy in a horned deity mask atop the Brothership, throwing up metal and rocking out like the apocalypse was already underway. I would urge everyone to check out their website for further evidence of unyielding awesomeness.
Photo by Brooke Hall.
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Dear Spoon, Doug and Alice,
Creating a booth at Artscape dedicated to writing love letters was truly an inspired idea and we’d like to thank you for your thoughtfulness. Furthermore, we think that if more people channeled their energy into exploring positivity and meditated on the people in their lives that mean the most to them, maybe the world would be a better place. You guys are fabulous.
Best,
WW
Photo by Theresa Keil.
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Johnny Thorne understands that sometimes just being yourself is reason enough to celebrate. So wherever you are raise your fists to the sky, pat yourself on the back, do a shot of tequila and tell that girl across the bar that you’re afraid to talk to how beautiful she is and that neither of you have the time to waste wandering around without each other anymore. Learn how to skydive; learn how to skydive naked; learn how to skydive naked while doing a shot of tequila, eat that second piece of cheesecake and then tell your boss to kiss your ass when he proves that he’s a nimrod yet again.
Why? Because that’s what Johnny Thorne would do, that’s why.
Photo by Theresa Keil.
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For those of you who are used to going out of your way to find a good Stinkhole you can thank Alisa Alig for bringing one into the heart of Baltimore for your convenience. What’s more is that after winding your way through the perils within, you find yourself in place where wishes are made. Whether or not they’re ever granted is up for debate. I’m still waiting for breezy with a high of seventy degrees.
Photo by Tedd Henn.
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Books, Live Music, Art Gallery and more!
Same block as Windup Space, across from Joe Squared. Plenty of room inside for your bike; FREE street parking for your car (we’ll plug your meter before 6, after that it’s free anyway) – come on over…
30 West North Ave.
Baltimore, MD, 21201
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Conrad Bladey is a builder of art cars which have become a staple during Artscape. Though he sometimes sports his more eco-friendly art bikes, one of his most recognizable cars made it’s annual appearance at the festival.
Photo by Tedd Henn.
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Welcome to The Epicentral Temple of the Helping Hand Vehicular or quite simply, Handy. An award winning art car by Conrad Bladey.
Photo by Tedd Henn.
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You may have noticed by now that we really didn’t make it South of Penn Station too often during Artscape. I suppose that since the inception of the Midway and the expansion of the festival we’ve been caught up in the spectacle in Station North. With that being said, there are lots of great performances all over Artscape, far too many for us to capture, but we did get a shot of this fellow. He appears to be doing a one man show that explores the supposition that Karl Childers, the main character in the movie Sling Blade, had a secret desire to join the Village People. Or he might be a guy getting ready to juggle. I’m not sure we’ll ever know.
Brent McCoy pictured.
Photo by Tedd Henn.
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The Planted Room on Charles Street gave weary festival-goers a place to take a load off.
Photo by Theresa Keil.
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Is there something about an old couch that makes us appear to be watching television or are Eric Leshinsky and Jenny Janis still dazed from wandering for hours over the searing asphalt. Is there any particular reason to plan a festival when the sun is as close to Baltimore as possibly without festival goers spontaneously combusting? Maybe it’s time to push Artscape back to September? Or how about an Artscape Halloween?
Photo by Theresa Keil.
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Monica Mirabile, showing her dance training, athletic skills and general good-natured, as she was dragged around the festival area after hours on Saturday night, trying to get the right shot. Because she is that awesome.
Caption and photo by Theresa Keil.
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Sometimes it’s necessary to have an event for the sole purpose of having an after party. During the summer it can be too hot to move much less walk, dance, sit or socialize. Especially when one-too-many cocktails means the difference between chilling out and passing out. This is why every year Artscape plays host to some of the best after parties. With that, we bring DJ Karizma in the newly anointed ‘Happiest Place on Earth,’ the Metro Gallery.
Photo by Theresa Keil.
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The Baltimore Love Project is a city wide mural project initiated by the Baltimore muralist Michael Owen. Our mission is to express love by connecting people and communities across Baltimore city with love themed murals. BLP will be painting the same image of four silhouetted hands spelling out the word love on 20 walls across Baltimore.
www.baltimoreloveproject.com
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Super Art Fight at The Metro Gallery
The rules of Super Art Fight are simple and are listed here for your connivence.
1st Rule: You do not talk about Super Art Fight.
2nd Rule: You DO NOT talk about Super Art Fight.
3rd Rule: If someone says “stop” or goes limp, taps out the fight is over.
4th Rule: Only two artists to a fight.
5th Rule: One fight at a time.
6th Rule: No shirts, no shoes.
7th Rule: Fights will go on as long as they have to.
8th Rule: If this is your first night at Super Art Fight, you HAVE to fight.
Don’t quote me on the rules.
MCs and comic artists Marty Day and Ross Nover are like the human versions of Mystery Science Theater 3000 robots, totally hilarious, and both are among the five original creators of Super Art Fight. Here the duo stands below the spinning ‘Wheel of Death.’ Contestants pull a lever and the wheel spits out a topic that is then improvised in illustration, topics like robots, tophats, or Mystery Science 3000.
Photo by Philip Laubner.
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Charm City Roller Girl Chelsea Grose , or as she’s known to fans “Gross Misconduct” is no stranger to a fight. Chelsea – who is also a designer and website developer – trades jabs with the un-intimidated artist Kelsey Wailes, a woman who’s website lists her tools of the trade as: “Rubber tubing, gas, saw, gloves, cuffs, razor wire, hatchet, Gladys, and my mitts.” Follow the link and see for yourself.
Photo and caption by Philip Laubner.
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One of the hardest jobs during Super Art Fight belongs to that of the referee. In case you weren’t aware, these Super Art Fighters are an unpredictable bunch that can turn a peaceful Sunday picnic into a full on soccer riot if given the opportunity. This is why it’s imperative Referee Jackson Gill relaxes as much as possible during the bouts.
Photo by Philip Laubner.
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Rapacious Sex
How are we going to handle the sex? Movies can never be the same as the books they are based on: not necessarily worse, but never the same. This becomes sticky when the book is really popular, because the book’s fans will be pissed off if the movie strays too far from what the reader has constructed in her imagination. A truly faithful adaptation of Stieg Larsson’s trilogy would result in a movie about twenty hours long that no one could bear to watch. Screenwriters must cut stuff out, and rearrange or consolidate characters and events.
The books are crime thrillers, silly at times, digressive, full of WTF? coincidence, and incredibly fun to read. Based strictly on word frequency, you would think the meta-plot was about coffee. They have penetrated American pop culture deeply enough that Garrison Keillor is making Lisbeth Salander jokes on Prairie Home Companion, but few Americans will see the Swedish film versions. (Thank God Baltimore has the Charles Theater.) Americans (mostly) do not go to movies with actors they don’t recognize, and especially not foreign films with subtitles. But don’t worry, the Hollywood versions are on the way. Reportedly, the English language movies will also be shot in Sweden. Daniel Craig has been cast as the leading man, but the all-important role of Lisbeth Salander is not yet decided. Well, it probably is decided (Carey Mulligan), but not yet made public. Or it could be Ellen Page, Natalie Portman, Anne Hathaway, or Olivia Thirlby.
Whoever it is, she’ll have to fight to keep out of Daniel Craig’s shadow, and that’s weird because the best thing in the trilogy is the invention of the incredibly excellent character, Lisbeth Salander. Though she plays a supporting role in the first book, she dominates in terms of interest. In the second book, she takes over completely (I’m still reading the third). While the Swedes and the awesome Noomi Rapace do not chicken out in their Salander creation, no film can ever improve on the Salander you form in your own mind from reading the books. It is impossible to imagine that a Hollywood movie, with all the corporate hand wringing, will allow an honest portrayal of this character. The good news is that Fincher is directing, and he’s got the attitude and power to not totally turn Salander into a cream puff. Right, Dave? With cautious optimism, we can feel somewhat secure that the part will not go to Miley Cyrus, Taylor Swift, Scarlett Johansson, or Dakota Fanning.
The book’s male protagonist, Blomkvist, is divorced and in his forties. He sleeps with lots of female characters in their fifties. He also sleeps with Salander, who’s like twenty-four. What I love is the utterly casual portrayal of sex. It’s not jazzed up, smirking, or dripping in soft-core tropes. It’s just kind of, well, grown-up. I was taken aback when I saw the Swedish Dragon Tattoo: Blomkvist is not shown sleeping with any of the older women. That was wrong. It was the coolest thing about Blomkvist. I hope Fincher gets that.
The author, Stieg Larsson, was a pretty amazing dude. He died suddenly after he finished writing the whole trilogy, but before it was published. He never knew that he would become unbelievably rich. This brought up a philosophical argument between my friend John and me, after we left the Charles: Would it be better to die and never know you would be “immortal,” or to live and have the novels be a flop? Read about Larsson’s life before you decide.
– david warfield
David Warfield’s Confessions of a Mad Filmmaker
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David Warfield, Confessions of a Mad Filmmaker
A What Weekly Column
“And so here we have a unique opportunity to track the production of a truly independent film from the moment of conception (the script is not yet completed) to the first public screening, and beyond. ”
We’re not talking about EPK filler here, we’re talking about life, and it’s bound to get messy.”
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The Ian Hesford Photo Contest
This week’s winner is….
Stephanie Sobczak!!!!
Photo by Stephanie Sobczak
Okay I’m gonna have to call bullshit on this one folks. Ian could have found a more nonchalant pose for this photo don’t you think? Wouldn’t it have been more believable if he had been sitting on the toilet wearing the crazy red wig? Or how about a shot through the window of him trying on dresses while wearing the wig?
The truth is we didn’t clearly define the rules for the contest. Nor did we inform Ian of the photo contest or the date with him as a prize that came later in the first place. The first time he realized that there was a photo contest was when people starting following him around, taking his picture at Honfest.
Ian has been a good sport and if he’s found a loophole in the contest that allows him to find the date of his choosing than so be it. It seems as though Stephanie is down with Ian as or else she wouldn’t have snapped the photo so I suppose it’s a win-win situation. She must have seen last week’s ‘massive package’ picture. I just can’t believe they thought they’d pull one over on us. Can you?
Since Ian is going on tour we’re going to suspend the Ian Hesford Photo Contest indefinitely. I’m afraid he will be out of our reach for quite sometime. He’s asked us to put in a link to Telesma’s new DVD to help fund their upcoming tour so here it is. If you’re a fan of the band you’ll enjoy it.
But, before Ian leaves we have a little something for him. We’re giving Ian and Stephanie two tickets to the fabulous MEYERHOFF SYMPHONY HALL TO SEE THE BALTIMORE SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA AND SHODEKEH PERFORM THE MUSIC OF FRANK ZAPPA AND PHILIP GLASS!!! Congratulations come find us for drinks after the show!
And if you’d like a chance to win tickets to the show, keep an eye on our Facebook page. We’ll be giving away plenty of tickets before the concert.
Photo by Stephanie Sobczak
Submit your Ian Hesford photo to charmcity@whatweekly.com. Or just post it to our Facebook.
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VIDEO: The New THRUSHES Video
“Crystals” from the album “Night Falls” on Birdnote Records, 2010
Thrushes
Directed by Guy Werner
Shot & produced by Kevin Blackistone, Rob Hatch, Guy Werner
Edited by Guy Werner & Bennii Denrich
Best viewed in 720p
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VIDEO: Future Islands Live
Future Islands performs live on KXLU M
Los Angeles.
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VIDEO: Yukon
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Thursday, July 22
Whartscape at Charles Theater 4 pm
Wham City’s annual music festival. Opening day at The Charles. Whartscape continues all weekend at Current Space and the H&H Building.
City Sages Reading & Party at The Creative Alliance 7 pm
Sage writer Jen Grow hosts an evening of music and performances by Sages contributors Rafael Alvarez, Joseph Young, Jen Michalski, Michael Kimball, and multi-talented Geoffrey Becker, who’ll be playing acoustic guitar. Special guests Deborah Rudacille and actors Charley Scalies (The Sopranos, The Wire) and Benay Berger (The Wire) will read from Gertrude Stein, Mencken, and others. MC’d by Gregg Wilhelm, founder and Executive Director of CityLity Project.
Flicks From the Hill at The American Visionary Art Museum Featuring: Radio Days 9 pm
Outdoor family films on Federal Hill screened under AVAM’s Golden Hand! It’s FREE and the flicks are related to the theme of the exhibition “Life, Liberty, & the Pursuit of Happiness.” Museum is OPEN and FREE from 5 – 9pm before the flick. Radio Days is Woody Allen’s sentimental reminiscence about the golden age of radio.
For more details, directions and events click here.
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Friday, July 23
The Baltimore Symphony Orchestra with Shodekeh Playing the Music of Frank Zappa and Philip Glass 7:30 pm
The BSO celebrates two of Baltimore’s most celebrated native sons, composers Frank Zappa and Philip Glass. From his early work with the Mothers of Invention to his classical, rock, jazz and electronic compositions, Zappa is revered for the complexity and versatility of his music. Hear his own great orchestral versions of classics such as “Be-Bop Tango” and “Dupree’s Paradise”. Marin Alsop and the BSO also perform Philip Glass’ Heroes Symphony based on the David Bowie classic ‘70s album, and introduce Baltimore beatboxer, Shodekeh, in a unique collaboration of vocal drumming pyrotechnics with orchestra.
Baltimore Aerial Festival at Load of Fun Sudios 8 pm
Twenty aerial artists from Baltimore and DC come together for three days of cutting edge, site-specific aerial performances in Baltimore’s only alley dedicated to the vibrant art of urban graffiti. July 23-25.
Mobtown Modern: London Calling at the Windup Space
9 pm
Mobtown Modern is pleased to partner with London-based record label Nonclassical to present an exciting triple-bill, featuring the pianist Genia, composer/turntablist (and grandson of Sergei) Gabriel Prokofiev, and the percussion, electronica, and visual stylings of Powerplant. Local hero Shodekeh, fresh off his Baltimore Symphony debut, will also join his UK brethren for spontaneously inventive collaborations.
For more details, directions and events click here.
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Saturday, July 24
The Monument City Scavenger Hunt Starting at Sonar 3:30 pm
The Monument City Scavenger Hunt (MCSH) is a one day event consisting of live music, art, and of course a bicycle scavenger hunt that will take participants across Baltimore City; while at the same time showcasing both the most significant and often overlooked landmarks and treasures that shape Baltimore. After party at Sonar with live music and more.
20,000 Legs Over the Sea at the Druid Hill Park Pool 5 pm
Fluid Movement’s 9th Annual Synchronized Swimming Extravaganza!
Join the adventure… Come sail away to ancient Greece with the Legendary Greek hero on his perilous quest to find the Golden Fleece as only Fluid Movement can tell it. Replete with battles against a skeleton army a talking masthead and the glittery costumes and swimming you’ve come to expect. Also on Sunday.
Opening Reception for Minas Konsolas: Relief at Minas Gallery 6 pm
Gallery owner and artist Minás Konsolas exhibits two-and-a-half dimensional mixed media works on cardboard that explore the many meanings of the word “relief”. Proceeds will benefit Doctors without Borders.
For more details, directions and events click here.
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Sunday, July 25
New Atlantis Festival at The Windup Space 4 pm
Some of the leading lights, rising stars, and elder statesmen of creative jazz and improvised music will convene in Baltimore and Washington DC to perform at the NEW ATLANTIS FESTIVAL.
The New Atlantis Festival is a joint presentation produced in Baltimore by Bernard Lyons, (Creative Differences) and by Ed Ricart in Washington DC (New Atlantis Collective).
Last Sunday, Last Rites Reading Series at The Baltimore Hostel 7 pm
Last Rites Baltimore started as a reading series, appropriately called Last Sunday, Last Rites. The first reading was held on July 26th, 2009. Founded and hosted by Nik Korpon and Pat King, the series has featured many excellent Baltimore area writers. The readings take place at the historic Baltimore Hostel on 17. West Mulberry Street, just across the main branch of the Enoch Pratt Library in the Inner Harbor/Mt. Vernon area.
For more details, directions and events click here.
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Wednesday, July 28
New Mercury Reading Series at Jordan Faye Contemorary 7 pm
Non-fiction readings by Rafael Alvarez, Heather Dewar, and Rashod Ollison. You dont want to miss out on the New Mercury Reading series every last Wednesday of each month, enjoying your night with nonfiction writers and journalists to talk and write about their city, their country, and their lives. Beer and wine will be served at the gallery, followed by a post-reading discussion at Centro Tapas restaurant, at 1444 Light Street, across the street.
For more details, directions and events click here.
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Ongoing
Simultaneous Presence at Evergreen Museum and Library
Sculpture at Evergreen 6: Simultaneous Presence is co-curated by Ronit Eisenbach, an artist and architect, and Jennie Fleming, an artist and cultural historian, whose dialogue and simultaneous presence along with the works by the invited visual thinkers contribute to an embedded conversation on the intertwining of moment, meanings, and place. Ends Sept. 26.
Minas: Relief at Minas Gallery
Gallery owner and artist Minas Konsolas exhibits two-and-a-half dimensional mixed media works on cardboard that explore the many meanings of the word “relief.” Proceeds will benefit Doctors without Borders. Ends August 30.
‘Wild Nothing’ at the Metro Gallery
Twelve artists reveal through photography the summer experience of heyday and youthful abandon. The collection of images exposes the excited energy innate to this season and the grittiness that accentuates it.
Alyssa Robb, Monique Crabb, Jordan Bernier, Andrew Laumann, Katie Rose, Beth Hoeckel, Lesser Gonzalez, William Cashion, Elena Johnston, Natasha Tylea, Dan Franz and Abe Sanders
Bikinis, sunsets, flip flops, seashells, soil, shades, Pretty Boy, summer romance, fruity drinks, sun bathing, Hawaiian music, blonde hair, sweaty bodies, sand castles and waves…
Frolic in the heat with an exhibit of four-sided flashbacks of young summertime. Ends August 16.
Between Earth and Sky, Paintings by: Judith Bair & Georgeanne Gaffney at Gallery 1448
Judith Bair explains her newest work: “The constant cycle of energy, the patterns of existence that are like the pulse of blood, the human condition-these are the themes in my latest work.” In the year 2000, missing the four seasons, Georgeanne Gaffney relocated back east from California to Northern New York State. The dramatic landscape of the Adirondacks has had a profound impact on her subject matter and palette. Continuing to experiment with materials, she has developed a method of mixed media, painting on wood panels using saturated colors. Ends July 25.
Sondheim Artscape Prize: 2010 Finalists at The BMA
In conjunction with Artscape, Baltimore’s premier arts festival organized by the Baltimore Office of Promotion & The Arts, the BMA presents a special exhibition of works by the finalists for the Janet & Walter Sondheim Artscape Prize. This year’s finalists are: Leah Cooper, Ryan Hackett, Matthew Janson, Nate Larson, Christopher LaVoie, Matthew Porterfield, and Karen Yasinsky. Through Aug 1.
RE: FURNISHED at Nudashank
An all sculpture show of works that play on home decor, household objects, furniture, and function. Seth Crawford, Georgia Dickie, Mitch Magee, Nathan Manuel and Nick Van Woert. Ends Jul 31.
You and Me Living Vol.2: The Land
Gallery Four brings San Francisco based artist John Chiara to Baltimore for a residency to create new works for an exhibition with Baltimore artists Christine Bailey, James Rieck, and Jacqueline Schlossman. (opening reception 8:30-11 p.m. July 10). Ends Aug. 28th.
Double Exposure at Gallery 788
This show features several Baltimore’s most talented and innovative photographers. Through July 25.
For more details, directions and events click here.
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