"Teammates" by Cindy Stockton Moore

This postcard-sized piece of artwork created by one of my favorite local artists.  A lot of Cindy's artwork involves water themes, which are wonderfullly depicted by her textures and strokes. 

Arriving early in the holiday season, this is one my most cherished pieces of artwork.

Pop-Up Piano in Marine Park Brooklyn

There are various non-profit arts organizations that bring something exciting to New York City each summer.  We have seen waterfalls installed, color cows placed around the city, and a building was converted into an instrument.    This year, Sing For Hope an organization that aims to unite artists and communities distributed pianos all around the boroughs.  Appearing in some unlikely places, they not only present an opportunity to play an instrument, but also bring a unique aesthetic to the location.  We found this one behind the Salt Marsh Nature Center in Marine Park, Brooklyn.

Sing For Hope's Pop-Up Pianos website allows you to locate one near you.

20 in 11

If you find yourself looking for something to do in NYC this Memorial Day weekend, stop by.  The opening reception is 6-8 Saturday May 28th.

For more information, click here.

Drexel University Faculty Exhibition, April 20th

A major exhibition featuring the diverse work of the current faculty of the Antoinette Westphal College of Media Art & Design at Drexel University will take place at the Gallery at 3401 (3401 Filbert St.), the future site of Drexel University's URBN Center gallery space. An opening reception will be held, Wednesday, April 20 from 6-9 p.m. in the gallery.

Taking over 10, 000 square feet of raw exhibition space, the multi-media exhibition will showcase over sixty artists and 120 different works of art. Faculty from every department in the college will be represented, including programs from: Architecture, Art & Art History, Photo, Graphic Design, Digital Media, Entertainment Arts & Management, Fashion, Theatre and Performing Arts, Cinema &Television, Product Design and Dance.

In addition to painting, sculpture and site specific installations, the exhibition will include digital projects, applied design arts, architectural plans, fashion and performance. The Westphal College faculty have worked at the top of their fields, won Emmy Awards, designed for top fashion houses, exhibited in renowned museums internationally, and served as leaders of major cultural organizations and media companies. They bring real life know-how to the classrooms where they teach the next generation of artists, designers, creators and planners.

• What: Westphal College Faculty Exhibition
• EXHIBITION: April 14 to May 27, 2011
• Where: Gallery at 3401 * 3401 Filbert St Philadelphia PA
• OPENING RECEPTION: Wednesday, April 20, 6 - 9 p.m.
• Cost: Free and open to the public
• More information: 215.895.2548

Opening Reception: Friday March 11th 'Omission Breath'