First Friday Pics:
AWAY FROM TIME - New Collages By Chris Clark
Opening Reception Dec. 4, 2009 6pm
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http://www.proximityart.com/www.proximityart.com/Welcome.html
2009 Neighborhood Holiday Walk
Fishtown and Kensington’s biggest, most festive First Friday ever!
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Russell Underwood @ Primer Micro-Gallery
http://www.primerinc.com/primer2.0/microgallery_ms.php?itemno=1
I Don't Watch the Internet
Fleisher/Ollman
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Thursday, December 3, 2009
Thursday, November 12, 2009
AWAY FROM TIME - Proximity Gallery - First Friday, December
AWAY FROM TIME
Opening Reception December 4, 2009 6pm-9pm
Proximity Gallery is pleased to present “Away From Time,” an exhibition of new collages and screen prints by Fishtown based artist Chris Clark. This is Clark’s second solo show with Proximity and his third solo show of 2009.
"Away from Time" continues Clark’s message of being environmentally conscious. For this show his interest in street art and spray paint stenciling is more apparent than ever. He is also working larger and a few pieces are on alternative surfaces. Besides his typical wood panels, this show includes three collaged skate decks (recycled from a local skate shop) and two collaged table tops.
Organic and manufactured forms along with portions of text and images from blueprints & diagrams are fantastically layered to create environments that feel engineered and beautifully toxic. In many of these works there is a sense of expectation that some sort of powerful event might occur. The objects could be anywhere, and the complex physically worked surfaces can become so dense that there is little room for anything else. His blending of organic forms with manufactured surfaces suggests technology run amok and a natural world in accelerated flux. These richly layered and obsessively detailed environments leave you with a feeling of being taken out of time as well as out of place.
Clark has been approaching environmental issues in a variety of powerful ways. In October, Clark was asked to participate in a traveling exhibition "Eco-Expression: Art for Sustainability." The exhibition functioned as an inspiration for solving environmental issues and was held at Northeastern University in Boston. It coincided with an international day of action on climate change coordinated by 350.org. Clark's work was included along with world-renown graffiti artists, Banksy and Shepard Fairey, as well as internationally known artists such as Harri Kallio and Mary Van der Park.
Proximity Gallery
2434 East Dauphin St.
Philadelphia PA 19125
www.proximityart.com
www.myspace.com/proximityart
267.825.2949
Hours: Fri. and Sat. 1pm-4pm
Always by appointment
Tuesday, October 13, 2009
Vintage Blue Is Now For Men!
My Friends at Vintage Blue (the Philly based vintage-inspired sportswear line for women) Just Released Some New Men's and Unisex T-Shirts.
Vintage Blue is based in Philadelphia. It is a sustainable company and uses eco-friendly material in all aspects of production. It donates 5% of profits to kiva.org a fantastic organization that provides loans for entrepreneurs in the developing world. At Vintage Blue, the Future is in the Past.
Vintage Blue is based in Philadelphia. It is a sustainable company and uses eco-friendly material in all aspects of production. It donates 5% of profits to kiva.org a fantastic organization that provides loans for entrepreneurs in the developing world. At Vintage Blue, the Future is in the Past.
December Show At Proximity Gallery: Away From Time
My Next Big Show Will Be For The Month Of December.
It Has Been Named "Away From Time" & Will Be Made Up Of About 15-20 New Collages And 3 Skate Decks.
For This Show I Have Been Working Bigger And Also Using Spray Paint Stencils A lot More.
The Show Is At Proximity Gallery In Fishtown.
Opening Reception: Friday Dec. 4th, 6-9pm
It Has Been Named "Away From Time" & Will Be Made Up Of About 15-20 New Collages And 3 Skate Decks.
For This Show I Have Been Working Bigger And Also Using Spray Paint Stencils A lot More.
The Show Is At Proximity Gallery In Fishtown.
Opening Reception: Friday Dec. 4th, 6-9pm
Wednesday, September 23, 2009
Fall 2009
Just last night I was notified that I have been selected to show work in a traveling exhibition called "Eco-Expression". Northeastern University is holding its first Campus Sustainability Week October 19-23, 2009. One important aspect to the week’s activities will be an Art & Sustainability exhibit. After Northeastern the show will travel to other Boston area Colleges and will function as an inspiration for solving environmental issues.
The exhibition coincided with an international day of action on climate change coordinated by 350.org on October 24th. Other Artists included in the exhibiton are grafitti artists Banksy & Shepard Fairey, internationally known artists such as Harri Kallio and Mary Van der Park along with nationally known artists such as Jenny Kendler and Molly Schaffer (creators of the Endangered Species Print Project).
Aloft Hotels by The W Hotel Chain is opening a new location in Marlton NJ. I was invited to hang a few pcs. in their lobby for the month of October.
The exhibition coincided with an international day of action on climate change coordinated by 350.org on October 24th. Other Artists included in the exhibiton are grafitti artists Banksy & Shepard Fairey, internationally known artists such as Harri Kallio and Mary Van der Park along with nationally known artists such as Jenny Kendler and Molly Schaffer (creators of the Endangered Species Print Project).
Aloft Hotels by The W Hotel Chain is opening a new location in Marlton NJ. I was invited to hang a few pcs. in their lobby for the month of October.
Bernie Reider Scholarship Fund Benefit Art Show and Wine Tasting
On October 25th I will be exhibiting some of my work at Laurita Winery in Jackson, NJ. Proximity Gallery invited me to participate. Come out to check out the art and the wine. It's for a great cause.
Thursday, July 16, 2009
Summer of 2009
On July 25th from 1 to 4pm Proximity Gallery is having a closing party for the 1 year anniversary show. Memphis Taproom is providing snacks and drinks for the party.
Marie DesMarais asked me to join her and a few other artists for a show at 2424 Studios in Fishtown. For the Month of August we will be showing in the huge multi purpose room at 2424 East york Street.
I was also invited to show my work in the model home of the 100k house project. That should be for the rest of the summer.
A special thank you must go out to Marie DesMarais, Nic Darling from 100k House, Brendan at Memphis Tap, Janelle Frey and all of my awesome friends for making Summer of '09 one to remember.
Marie DesMarais asked me to join her and a few other artists for a show at 2424 Studios in Fishtown. For the Month of August we will be showing in the huge multi purpose room at 2424 East york Street.
I was also invited to show my work in the model home of the 100k house project. That should be for the rest of the summer.
A special thank you must go out to Marie DesMarais, Nic Darling from 100k House, Brendan at Memphis Tap, Janelle Frey and all of my awesome friends for making Summer of '09 one to remember.
Thursday, July 2, 2009
The Metro
Christopher Gabello from the Metro came out to my studio to photograph me for the Metro article. I want to thank him for the great pics.
A few Days later I met with Bruce Walsh for the interview at Rocket Cat Cafe. I can not thank Bruce enough for writing such a great article. 4 different people approached me at the opening on July 3rd to let me know that they came because they liked the write up and they wanted to see the piece pictured in the Metro.
Saturday, June 13, 2009
One Mile at Proximity Gallery
Myself, Janel Frey, Marie DesMarais & Karen Gibson are doing a show in July at Proximity Gallery. "One Mile" opens Friday July, 3rd from 6-9pm. My roomate Kristin Langford will be dj-ing. Come out to see 4 of Fishtown's finest Artists and one of Fishtown's awesomest DJ's.
I'll have a few new pcs and we are doing a collaboration. This is going to be an exciting show.
I'll have a few new pcs and we are doing a collaboration. This is going to be an exciting show.
Sunday, May 31, 2009
Wednesday, May 13, 2009
City Paper Trunk Show at the Piazza
The City Paper Trunk Show Is This Weekend!
Join me this Saturday, May 16th at The PIAZZA
in Northern Liberties for the grand opening of
Philly's largest open-air market and a celebration
of over 100 emerging artists, crafters & designers.
There will be art, crafts, food, beer, and music.
I'll have new Screen Printed Shirts and Collages
for sale.
Join me this Saturday, May 16th at The PIAZZA
in Northern Liberties for the grand opening of
Philly's largest open-air market and a celebration
of over 100 emerging artists, crafters & designers.
There will be art, crafts, food, beer, and music.
I'll have new Screen Printed Shirts and Collages
for sale.
Thursday, April 30, 2009
Friday, April 24, 2009
Thursday, April 23, 2009
May Update!
Copy Paste, my solo show in May Opens Friday, May 1st at Primer Micro Studio in Hatboro, PA. They were recently featured on A Design Mafia.
Saturday, May 16th I am sharing a booth with Proximity Gallery at Philadelphia City Paper's Greatest Trunk Show on Earth. It's at the New Piazza at Schmidts in Northern Liberties.
Also for the Month of May I'll have a few pieces at North Bowl in NoLibs. Some other artists will be Marie DesMarais and Janel Frey from Proximity. On May 5th North Bowl is having a Cinqo De Mayo Party and on May 6th The Stones Throw Concert.
For the Month of July I will be in part two of that North Bowl group show at Proximity Gallery with Marie DesMarais and Janel Frey. I also have a solo show of all new work at Proximity later this year.
Saturday, May 16th I am sharing a booth with Proximity Gallery at Philadelphia City Paper's Greatest Trunk Show on Earth. It's at the New Piazza at Schmidts in Northern Liberties.
Also for the Month of May I'll have a few pieces at North Bowl in NoLibs. Some other artists will be Marie DesMarais and Janel Frey from Proximity. On May 5th North Bowl is having a Cinqo De Mayo Party and on May 6th The Stones Throw Concert.
For the Month of July I will be in part two of that North Bowl group show at Proximity Gallery with Marie DesMarais and Janel Frey. I also have a solo show of all new work at Proximity later this year.
Tuesday, April 14, 2009
Copy Paste at Primer Micro Studio. MAY 2009
Last Friday I met with Larry and Brian at PRIMER in Hatboro, PA. We went over the details for my MAY show and had a great lunch before parting ways. I spent some time this weekend thinking about titles for the show. After some emails back and forth we decided on "Copy Paste". The month long show opens MAY 1st at Primer Micro Studio and will consist of over 20 collages and screen prints from the past 24 months. It will be a great way to see how my work has progressed over the last 2 years. Obviously there will be a lot of older works, but there will also be at least 3-5 (hopefully more) newly finished pieces in the show.
Primer was recently featured on A Design Mafia.
Last fall, Roberta Fallon said this about my work: "The objects could be anywhere, and the complex backgrounds suggestive of Islamic screens or patterned wallpaper set them out of time as well as out of place. The atmosphere is Mad Maxian -- depopulated outposts after or before a global dark night of the soul."ROCK
Tuesday, March 3, 2009
News - March 2009
I've been busy getting ready for Spring and setting up some shows for 2009. It's going to be a busy year. I already have 5 shows scheduled. I am especially excited to join 2 other Fishtown Artists for a July show at Proximity. It will be THE hot show of the year in Philly.
Later this week I am heading to Scope NYC and to a few openings in Chelsea.. Joshua Liner Gallery is having their opening reception for Tomokazu Matsuyama. It should be a stellar night. I'm super excited to see what's hot these days in NYC.
My show schedule is below.. keep checking back for updates and for pics of some of my new work. I hope to see you at the openings.
March 13th - April 17th - Artist & Craftsman Supply - Group Show - 307 Market Street, 2nd Floor - Old City - Philadelphia, PA. - Opening Reception Friday March 13th - There will also be an opening event on First Friday in April
April - Random Tea Room - Solo Show - 713 North 4th Street - Northern Liberties - Philadelphia, PA
May - Primer Micro Studio - Solo Show - 15 Byberry Rd. - Hatboro, PA - First Friday Opening
July - Proximity Gallery - Group Show - 2434 East Dauphin Street - Fishtown - Philadelphia, PA - First Friday Opening
December - Proximity Gallery - Group Show - 2434 East Dauphin Street - Fishtown - Philadelphia, PA - First Friday Opening
Later this week I am heading to Scope NYC and to a few openings in Chelsea.. Joshua Liner Gallery is having their opening reception for Tomokazu Matsuyama. It should be a stellar night. I'm super excited to see what's hot these days in NYC.
My show schedule is below.. keep checking back for updates and for pics of some of my new work. I hope to see you at the openings.
March 13th - April 17th - Artist & Craftsman Supply - Group Show - 307 Market Street, 2nd Floor - Old City - Philadelphia, PA. - Opening Reception Friday March 13th - There will also be an opening event on First Friday in April
April - Random Tea Room - Solo Show - 713 North 4th Street - Northern Liberties - Philadelphia, PA
May - Primer Micro Studio - Solo Show - 15 Byberry Rd. - Hatboro, PA - First Friday Opening
July - Proximity Gallery - Group Show - 2434 East Dauphin Street - Fishtown - Philadelphia, PA - First Friday Opening
December - Proximity Gallery - Group Show - 2434 East Dauphin Street - Fishtown - Philadelphia, PA - First Friday Opening
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