Artist Panel Discussion at "Prints that Work," Housatonic Museum of Art

© Roxanne Faber Savage

Roxanne Faber Savage, Kelsey Miller, John O'Donnell, and Neil Daigle Orkans are featured in a group exhibition titled "Prints that Work" curated by Leslie Giuliani at the Housatonic Museum of Art, 900 Lafayette Boulevard, Bridgeport, CT The exhibit runs through March 25th, 2017, and there is an artist panel discussion on March 23, 2017 from 6 pm - 7:30 pm. The artists "will discuss the role of printmaking in their artistic practice, as well as how they approach communicating broad artistic concepts." 

Roxanne Faber Savage's work in the exhibition, ELEPHANTELEPHANTx2 "is Roxanne's second installation concerning elephants and ivory. Her prints depict a visual story about her concerns about the current state of elephants and ivory poaching."

The exhibit contains mature subject matter and is meant for those 18+. 

Transport to the Past: Tara Tomaselli at Hancock Hall, Danbury

© Tara Tomaselli

Tara Tomaselli is featured in a solo exhibition of photographs titled, "Transport to the Past" which will be at Hancock Hall from Thursday, March 16 through April 14, 2017. 

Tomaselli says of this work, "My new exhibition entitled "Transport to the Past" includes 15 images that examine the relationship between past and present. Theses photographs depict functional transportation-related objects of the past, after their transformation over time. My works capture the rusted relics of bygone eras and the various ways these objects are honored by their owners. While each object has its own history, viewers are invited to imagine and make their own personal connections to the objects – uniting past with present."
 
The exhibition is part of the Cultural Alliance of Western Connecticut’s Accessible Art Program.

The Newtown Bee wrote a story about the exhibit, viewable here. 

Hancock Hall is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation center located at 31 Staples St., Danbury, CT.

Corrugated World of Artist James Grashow at Flinn Gallery, Opens March 16

"Corrugated World," a solo exhibit of the art of James Grashow, will be at Flinn Gallery in Greenwich from March 16 through April 26, 2016.

There will be a reception with the artist on Thursday, March 16 from 6 pm - 8 pm. Additionally, "The Cardboard Bernini," a documentary film about Grashow by Olympia Stone, will be screened on Friday, March 24th at 8 pm with an artist's talk. A public talk with the curators will be held on April 6 at 11 am. 

Grashow is a world-renowned artist who works in corrugated sculpture and intricately carved woodcut printmaking. 

Flinn Gallery is located at 101 West Putnam Avenue, Greenwich, CT. 

Shutter exhibition at Art & Frame of Danbury

The group photography exhibit "Shutter" at Art & Frame of Danbury runs from March 4 through April 8, 2017. The opening reception is Saturday, March 11 from 5 pm - 7 pm with live music by Edukated Fleas. 

Included in the exhibition are Mark Savoia and Lys Guillorn of Still River Editions. 

Art & Frame of Danbury is located at 60 Newtown Rd., Danbury, CT. 

ARTalk in Ridgefield with Photographer Joe McNally: The Light and the Life

Joe McNally is giving a talk at the Ridgefield Library on Sunday, March 12, 2017 from 2 pm - 3:30 pm in the Main Program Room. It is asked that interested parties register for this free program here. 

The Ridgefield Library is located at 472 Main St., Ridgefield, CT. 

From their public materials: "Joe McNally is an internationally acclaimed photographer whose career has spanned more than 35 years. Mc Nally's expansive career has included being a contributor to National Geographic; a contract photographer for Sports Illustrated; as well as shooting cover stories for Time, Newsweek, Fortune, and The New York Times Sunday Magazine. His prints are in numerous collections including the National Portrait Gallery of the United States and the September 11 Memorial and Museum.  

McNally's most well-known series is  Faces of Ground Zero - Portraits of the Heroes of September 11th, a collection of 246 Giant Polaroid portraits shot near Ground Zero in a three-week period shortly after 9/11. A large group of these historic photos were exhibited in seven cities in 2002, and seen by almost a million people. Sales of the exhibit book helped raise over $2 million for the 9/11-relief effort.

McNally has authored several noteworthy books on photography and has amassed an impressive commercial and advertising client list ranging from FedEx to the American Ballet Theater.

A sought-after workshop instructor and lecturer, he has taught at the Santa Fe Photographic Workshop, the Eddie Adams Workshop, the National Geographic Society, Smithsonian Institution, and the Annenberg Space for Photography, Rochester Institute of Technology, the Disney Institute, and the U.S. Department of Defense."

"100!" Curated by Bibiana Huang Matheis at Howland Cultural Center, Beacon, NY

"100!" is an exhibit of 100 women artists curated by Bibiana Huang Matheis at the Howland Cultural Center in Beacon, NY that runs from March 4 through April 2, 2017. The exhibit celebrates the 100th anniversary of women's suffrage in the United States and the passing of the 19th amendment in 1917. 

Catherine Vanaria and Lys Guillorn of Still River Editions are among the artists exhibiting. Dayna Wenzel, who has exhibited at the Gallery at Still River Editions is also included, as is client Missy Stevens. 

There is an opening reception on Saturday, March 4 from 3 pm - 6 pm. Regular gallery hours are 1 pm - 5 pm Friday through Monday (except during performances on March 5 and 19.)

The Howland Cultural Center is located at 477 Main St., Beacon, NY. 

Edith Borax-Morrison "Monotliths and Magic" at Kehler Liddell Gallery

© Edith Borax-Morrison

A solo exhibit of Edith Borax-Morrison's work titled "Monoliths and Magic" will be on view at Kehler Liddell Gallery in New Haven from February 16 through March 19, 2017.

Running concurrently is a solo exhibit of paintings by Frank Bruckmann titled "Studio Still Lifes." There is an opening reception on Saturday, March 11 from 3 pm - 6 pm, with artist talks at 5 pm.

Morrison's bio on Kehler Liddell's website states, "Edith's work is her identity. It is consistent, compulsive, with meticulous attention to detail. Each abstract drawing that is rendered in pen and ink, contains a series of intricate interwoven lines or circles or marks creating a unique maze like image. She calls her artwork "Mind fibers" or "Penweave " drawings. They are influenced by surreal, mystical, and psychological elements from the past. She is fascinated with weaving, hair,  fairy tales, myths, and  primitive societies. Edith finds her work is all consuming and at any hour day or night she may find herself at the drawing board working steadily on the piece until she is satisfied it is finished and has merit.

Edith received a MA degree from C.W. Post College, Greenvale, New York. She also studied at Art Students League in NY and with Paul Margin art studio in Hempstead, NY."

Regular gallery hours are Thursday and Friday 11 am - 4 pm, Saturday and Sunday 10 am - 4 pm. Kehler Liddell Gallery is located at 873 Whalley Avenue, New Haven, CT. 

"Steve Schapiro: Eyewitness" at Monroe Gallery of Photography

© Steve Schapiro

Monroe Gallery of Photography in Santa Fe, NM is celebrating the publication of Steve Schapiro's most recent book, which combines James Baldwin's The Fire Next Time with Schapiro's eyewitness photographs from the Civil Rights Movement with an exhibition that runs from February 10 through April 22, 2017. The limited edition book will be published by Taschen in April 2017.

A number of the photographs for the exhibition were printed by Catherine Vanaria of Still River Editions. 

Monroe Gallery has a large collection of prints of photographs by Steve Schapiro, which may be viewed here. 

Monroe Gallery of Photography is located at 112 Don Gaspar, Santa Fe, NM. 

"No Difference Between Them" Photographs by Robert Kalman at Soho Photo Gallery

© Robert Kalman

Robert Kalman's series of photographs of interracial couples titled "No Difference Between Them" is on view at Soho Photo Gallery from February 8 through March 4, 2017. There is an opening reception with the artist on February 7 from 6 pm - 8 pm. 

From Soho Photo Gallery's website:
“Robert Kalman’s extraordinary portraits of interracial couples in No Difference Between Them show us what love looks like. It’s not contrast but connection that he has captured. Kalman meets the shared gaze of each couple with warmth. And whether they hold onto each other or not, the couples look like they belong together. Kalman’s photographs witness their bond. 'No Difference Between Them' is an essential record of what human connection looks like. And Kalman has done it with great skill and clearly great love.” — Heidi W. Durrow

Soho Photo Gallery is located at 15 White St., New York, NY. 

Kalman exhibited at The Gallery at Still River Editions in 2015 "New York Diptychs I and II."

"Interpretations of Nature: Muci Clemens, Darlene Davis and Eduardo" at Gallery 14

© Muci Clemens

Muci Clemens, a painter and client of Still River Editions who lives in Madison, Connecticut is featured in the group exhibition "Interpretations of Nature: Paintings by Muci Clemens and  Wood Kinetic Sculpture by  Darlene Davis and Eduardo" at Gallery 14, Vero Beach Florida from February 1 through 24, 2017. 

From the press release: 
"This imaginative group of artists come together to give us both abstracted and realistic/impressionistic interpretations of our natural surroundings. The show will take place Tuesday February 1 through Friday February 24 with a reception on Friday February 3 from 5-8pm as part of the Downtown Gallery Stroll. Muci's work focuses on light, while employing a colorful palette that is influenced by the renewal of nature, travels and life around her. According to the artist, 'I create works that make me feel good, whether the pleasure of flowers on a summer day, the nostalgia of old machinery, or the character of a face. I like to think of my art as thought provoking, uplifting, and filled with memory triggers.'

Father and daughter team Darlene and Eduardo's lyrical dancing sculptures appeal to their artistic interests: 'Wood was very likely the first sculptural material used by man, and the spiral is an ancient art motif. The kinetic arm in our pieces is perfectly balanced on a single ball bearing, rotating with the grace of a ballerina. We find that the spirals, creating varying shapes, have a calming effect on people. As they slowly revolve, we are reminded that there is a continuum with a beginning, a middle and an end and a chance to begin again.'"

Gallery 14 is located at 1911 14th Avenue,  Vero Beach, Florida

"To Be Real" - Portraits by Shona Curtis at the Charter Oak Cultural Center

"To Be Real" is a solo exhibition of portraits by photographer Shona Curtis taking place at the Charter Oak Cultural Center, 21 Charter Oak Ave., Hartford, CT from January 27 through March 10, 2017.

There is an opening reception on Friday, January 27 from 6 pm - 8 pm.

From the press release: "Through intimate portraits, photographer Shona Curtis illustrates how portraiture is not about the subject or the photographer, but the alchemy of the relationship between the two.  'To Be Real', an exhibit of film and digital photography, exposes what lies behind our masks when we feel safe enough to reveal it—a shared humanity—and demonstrates the fragility, beauty and perils of being human."

Curtis will be exhibiting at The Gallery at Still River Editions in April and May.

"Art in Bloom" at Flinn Gallery

A group exhibit of botanically inspired paintings and drawings called "Art in Bloom" is on exhibit at Flinn Gallery at Greenwich Library from January 26 - March 8, 2017. The opening reception will be held on Thursday, January 26 from 6 pm - 8 pm. There will be an artist talk on Sunday, February 19 at 2 pm.

Client Jeanne Reiner is among the artists exhibiting. Her botanical drawings are well composed, sensitive and finely-tuned to accuracy as a result of Reiner's deep study. The other artists in the exhibition are Jackie Battenfield, Annette David, Julia Berkeley Heck, and Bill Scott.

Flinn Gallery is located at the Greenwich Library, 2nd Floor, 101 West Putnam Ave., Greenwich, Connecticut. Please see the gallery's website for hours.

Group exhibit at City Gallery includes Phyllis Crowley

Phyllis Crowley, who had a solo photography exhibition at The Gallery at Still River Editions in 2016, is among the artists featured in the group show "Kaleidoscope" at City Gallery in New Haven from January 5 through 29, 2017. The other artists in the exhibit are Judy Atlas, Meg Bloom, and Nancy Eisenfeld.

The opening reception in Saturday, January 7 from 2 pm-5 pm with a snow date Sunday, January 8, 2 pm-5 pm. There will be an artists talk on Sunday, January 29 from 2 pm - 5 pm.

City Gallery is located at 994 State St., New Haven, Connecticut. Gallery hours are Thursday through Sunday, 12 pm - 4 pm or by appointment.

Robert Kalman's "I Am Here: The Lesbian Portraits"

© Robert Kalman

Robert Kalman's exhibit, "I Am Here: The Lesbian Portraits" is on view at Soho Photo Gallery from December 7 through December 31, 2016. There is an opening reception on Tuesday, December 6 from 6 pm - 8 pm.

Kalman's exhibit pairs large-format black and white film portraits along with each subject's response to Kalman's question, "What's life like for you right now?" The question is one he asked his sister after she came out as a lesbian in 1976 at the age of 23.

Soho Photo Gallery is located at 15 White St., New York, NY.

Read the more in-depth i-D story about the exhibit.

Carriage Barn Arts Center's 37th Annual Photography Show

"You Cannot Return to the F Train" © Marko Susla

A number of Still River Editions clients are included in the The Carriage Barn 37th Annual Photography Show in New Canaan, CT. There is an opening reception on Saturday, December 3, 2016 from 4-6 PM. The exhibit will be on view through January 19, 2017.

Three of Marko Susla's photographs were chosen for the exhibition. The theme of these photographs encompasses the somewhat surrealistic, dreamy imagery of Coney Island at night. After taking a number of exploratory trips to the area, Susla later captured the imagery and emotion as it presented itself.  He plans to continue the series in 2017. Susla's pigment prints were made by Mark Savoia, Master Printmaker at Still River Editions.

Clients Lisa Berger, June Eichbaum, Karen Neems, Florence Minnis, and Karla Bernstein are also among the photographers exhibiting.

The full list of exhibitors and selected work is here.

The Carriage Barn is located in Waveny Park, 681 South Avenue (Route 124), New Canaan, Connecticut.

Holiday Extravaganza at Trailer Box to benefit Ann's Place

Trailer Box Project will present the “Trailer Box Project Holiday Extravaganza,” an exhibition of artist-made ornaments displayed within an immersive installation. The exhibit opens on December 3rd, and will close with a holiday party on December 11th. One hundred percent of the proceeds of the Holiday Extravaganza will be donated to Ann’s Place in Danbury, Connecticut.

“Trailer Box Project selected Ann’s Place as their mission is dear to our hearts,” explains Dana Walker, Director of Trailer Box Project.
“Trailer Box Project believes that the assistance that Ann's Place offers to individuals and families dealing with cancer are an enormous service to the community, and we are honored to support them.”

Trailer Box Project, a project space and gallery in Danbury, Connecticut is dedicated to assisting groundbreaking artists in sharing their concepts with the public. Sculptor Jim Felice founded the project to foster an environment of generosity, both for the artists that exhibit there and for the surrounding community.

Ann’s Place, a compassionate non-profit serving Connecticut and Hudson Valley, provides people dealing with cancer and their families with counseling, support groups, wellness activities, and educational resources. There is absolutely no charge for the use of their facility and services.
Members of the general public are invited to attend the opening reception on Saturday, December 3rd from 5:00pm to 7:00pm at Trailer Box Project, 15 Great Pasture Rd, Unit 15 in Danbury,  203.797.0230.

Jay Misencik and Geralene Valentine at the Bridgeport Art Trail, Nov 11 - 13, 2016

Photographers and cultural historians Jay Misencik and Geralene Valentine are participating in the 8th Annual Bridgeport Art Trail at the newly renovated Harral Building, 1103 Main St., Bridgeport from November 11-13, 2016. They will have a pop-up gallery for a three-day run including two of their bodies of work.

From their press email: "Poli’s Palace & Majestic Theatres Memories Project brings to life the two magnificent dormant theatres on Main Street in Bridgeport, CT. Complementing architectural photos of the theatre interiors, people share memories of their time spent at the two theatres. The theatres, built by Sylvester Z. Poli, opened in 1922. They closed in the 1970s.

The Bridgeport Portrait Project is a photo/audio/video documentary style project that introduces you to the people who are Bridgeport. The project participants share their stories of values and beliefs . . . culture and heritage. They define Bridgeport, and tell why the City is so much more than just a PLACE."

Hours are Friday noon - 10 pm, Saturday and Sunday noon - 5 pm.

Sixty by Hasna Muhammad at Arts Westchester

"Sixty" is an exhibition of photographs by Hasna Muhammad and curated by Jeanne Moutousammy-Ashe. The exhibit takes place at Arts Westchester from Sunday, November 13 through Monday, November 28, 2016. The opening reception is on Sunday, November 13 from 1 pm - 5 pm with music by Wali Ali.

From the Arts Westchester website:
"Through photography, text, and video, Hasna shares 60 photographs that capture everyday life and expose human and social conditions. Sixty contains excerpts from five collections:  The Extraordinary in the Ordinary—the beauty of our simple surroundings; Sara—the story of a woman living with ALS; Final Days—a glimpse of the rituals of saying goodbye; The Killing of Kenneth Chamberlain (A Work in Progress ‘Cause It Ain’t Over Till It’s Over)—the story of a son’s fight for justice for his father; and My Life With Guitars—photographs of guitars. Curated by Jeanne Moutoussamy-Ashe.

In addition to being a photographer, Hasna Muhammad is also a writer and holds a doctorate in education.  Hasna writes non-fiction about family, social justice, and education.  She is the author of five collections of poetry, and she is the creator of Crumb Navigation®, a unique line of saygreetings about navigating the nuances of aging and living well. Hasna’s work has been published at Sankofa.org and Crisis magazine. She is currently working on Places to Stand, a collection of photographic essays about growing up in the home of her parents, Ossie Davis and Ruby Dee. Hasna is celebrating her 60th birthday with this exhibition."

Muhammad says of the exhibition, "I want others to see what I see and recognize it; connect to it and hopefully be reminded, affirmed, agitated, challenged, and moved by it."

Regular gallery hours are Tuesday through Saturday, noon - 5 pm. Arts Westchester is located at 31 Mamaroneck Ave., 9th Floor, White Plains, NY.

Danbury Arts in Action Coffeehouse featuring Tales of Joy and an open mic

Danbury Arts in Action's

monthly coffeehouse fundraiser features the musical act Tales of Joy on Saturday, October 22, 2016. Band of Joy mixes roots reggae with a variety of influences.

The Coffeehouse Takes place at

A Common Ground Community Arts Center

, 33 Crosby Street, Danbury. There is an open mic at 8 (signup from 7:30 on) and Tales of Joy will take the stage around 9pm. Light beverages and snacks are available for a small consideration and admission is by free-will donation as well. All proceeds benefit Danbury Arts In Action, providing arts mentoring to at-risk individuals in the community.

Facebook event invite

here

Danger Gallery opening in Stamford, CT

Visual artist Holly Danger announces the opening of Danger Gallery, her Stamford-based experimental art space and studio, and its debut exhibition, the multimedia show "Friends+Lovers."

The show, which opens with an artists' reception on Saturday, October 22 from 7 pm - 9 pm, will feature work in a range of media by Toby Goodshank (a former member of the indie rock band Moldy Peaches), Adam Ace (landscape photographer), Mark Andreas (kinetic sculptor), Cris Dam (painter), Ruben Marroquin (fiber artist and weaver), Ben Quesnal (mixed-media artist), Liz Squillace (screen printer and mural artist), and Holly Danger (video artist). Indie folk duo The Moon will present a live musical and visual performance. The exhibit will run until December 22.

The Danger Gallery is located in the Glenbrook Industrial Park at 652 Glenbrook Road, Suite 3-206 in Stamford, CT.