Monday, February 2, 2009
Exhibits in Hudson and Peekskill
Peekskill and Hudson Exhibits
****I have been invited to participate in an exciting group show in Peekskill, NY where I will exhibit 2 new installations.
WHAT: "For the Love of Art" in association with Yamet Arts and the Hudson Valley Center for Contemporary Arts Museum
WHERE: The Hat Factory, 1000 Division St., Peeksill,NY
WHEN: February 14 - March 15, 2009
OPENING RECEPTION: Sunday, February 15, 2-5 p.m.
Works by Modern and Contemporary Artists from the Hudson Valley
Gallery Hours: Saturday and Sunday 12-4 PM, or by appointment
914-788-6288. More information can be found at www.yametonart.com
This Exhibit features 20 artists from the Hudson Valley as well as classic works from the Yamet Arts collection including Chagall, Picasso, Lichtenstein and others.
Chris Albert, Emil Alzamora, Michael Ricarrdo Andreev, Mt Curt Belshe, Dina Bursztyn, Erik Odin Cathcart, Mimi Czajka Gramiski, Deb Davidovitz, Cristina DeGennaro, Scott Goodman, Matt Harle, Carla Rae Johnson, Gretchen Kelly, Leslie Lew, Mohegan Lak, Nathan Margone, Lael Morgan, Croton, Laura Moriarty, Lori Nozick, Crompond, Gene Panzcenko, Marcy B. Freedman, Jaanike Peerna, Garrison, Leslie Pelino, Jill Reynolds, Bruce Richards, Angelika Rinnhofer, Camilo Rojas, Alec Spangler, Donna Sharrett, Kate Vrijmoet, and Eleanor White.
***Also in February I will be in the NYFA Mark Group Show at the Hudson Opera House in Hudson,NY
WHO: New York Foundation in the Arts Mark Fellows
WHAT: "Marking Time" Exhibit
WHERE: Hudson Opera House, 327 Warren St., Hudson, NY hudsonoperahouse.org
WHEN: February 21 - March 28,
OPENING: February 21, 6 - 8
ARTIST'S TALK: March 7, 4:30
SPONSOR: Columbia County Council ont the Arts
****I have been invited to participate in an exciting group show in Peekskill, NY where I will exhibit 2 new installations.
WHAT: "For the Love of Art" in association with Yamet Arts and the Hudson Valley Center for Contemporary Arts Museum
WHERE: The Hat Factory, 1000 Division St., Peeksill,NY
WHEN: February 14 - March 15, 2009
OPENING RECEPTION: Sunday, February 15, 2-5 p.m.
Works by Modern and Contemporary Artists from the Hudson Valley
Gallery Hours: Saturday and Sunday 12-4 PM, or by appointment
914-788-6288. More information can be found at www.yametonart.com
This Exhibit features 20 artists from the Hudson Valley as well as classic works from the Yamet Arts collection including Chagall, Picasso, Lichtenstein and others.
Chris Albert, Emil Alzamora, Michael Ricarrdo Andreev, Mt Curt Belshe, Dina Bursztyn, Erik Odin Cathcart, Mimi Czajka Gramiski, Deb Davidovitz, Cristina DeGennaro, Scott Goodman, Matt Harle, Carla Rae Johnson, Gretchen Kelly, Leslie Lew, Mohegan Lak, Nathan Margone, Lael Morgan, Croton, Laura Moriarty, Lori Nozick, Crompond, Gene Panzcenko, Marcy B. Freedman, Jaanike Peerna, Garrison, Leslie Pelino, Jill Reynolds, Bruce Richards, Angelika Rinnhofer, Camilo Rojas, Alec Spangler, Donna Sharrett, Kate Vrijmoet, and Eleanor White.
***Also in February I will be in the NYFA Mark Group Show at the Hudson Opera House in Hudson,NY
WHO: New York Foundation in the Arts Mark Fellows
WHAT: "Marking Time" Exhibit
WHERE: Hudson Opera House, 327 Warren St., Hudson, NY hudsonoperahouse.org
WHEN: February 21 - March 28,
OPENING: February 21, 6 - 8
ARTIST'S TALK: March 7, 4:30
SPONSOR: Columbia County Council ont the Arts
Friday, December 5, 2008
Answers to an author writing about knitting and art.
Subject: quick question
Hi Mim- I am finally writing about knitting and art...and I have a
question for you....the chapter is wrapped around the conflict of art
vs craft, and I was wondering how you came down on this? What are
your thoughts about your work as knitted (traditionally a craft) and
yet art. And I was wondering how you feel when people have to put the
word "fiber" before "artist when they speak of your work....ok, more
than one question....thanks-M
Hi M,
Hmmm....Those are interesting questions. Let me see how I can answer them. My background is in printmaking and painting, which has grown to sculpture, and installation. I have used alternative methods and materials in many of these such as sewing, fabric, screen and paper. I have always thought of it as my art work no matter what the medium was. Each idea called for a certain media to be used and I let the inspration lead me. I haven't gotton too involved with definitions of craft and art. In my recent work, I have used knitting and crocheting to express ideas. It has been a wonderful way to create three dimensional objects which are volumetric and translucent.
My early idea about craft was that it was rooted in function, not so much technique and material. Two publications I subscribe to are Surface Design and American Craft. They contain what I see as some of the most intersting work being done today. The world of fine craft has expanded to include a wide range of techniques, and subject matter. I use techniques; knitting, crocheting, and materials; yarn, tulle, fabric, that may have their origins in functional craft and hand work. But, like so many artists today, I am using these methods to create something larger and outside of the restrictins of yesterday's definition of craft. The current definition of fine craft seems to include an astonishing array of high quality work. The lines between fine art and craft seem to have become very blurry.
It seems that artists have become interested in many of the traditional 'craft' techniques. I have seen this as an interesting movement back toward craftsmanship and handwork. Interestingly a recent exhibit I was in, "Unusual Twist, Artists who Knit Crochet and Embroider", received the highest attendance of any recent shows at the venue. It seems that artists and art lovers are both very interested in this 'art-craft' cross pollination.
Fiber art. Hmmm.... I don't really see myself as a fiber artist. I happen to be currently using fiber in my work, but I am not producing the fiber itself i.e. spinning, weaving. I am using fabric that has already been made. I don't have a strong objection to being called a fiber artist in relation to the current work, but see it as a limiting definition that doesn't accurately encompass the many things I do.
I hope this answers your questions. They were interesting questions to ponder and have given me food for thought.
Thanks!
All my best,
Mimi
Mimi Czajka Graminski
mimigraminski.com
mimigraminski.blogspot.com
myartspace.com/mimigraminski
Hi Mim- I am finally writing about knitting and art...and I have a
question for you....the chapter is wrapped around the conflict of art
vs craft, and I was wondering how you came down on this? What are
your thoughts about your work as knitted (traditionally a craft) and
yet art. And I was wondering how you feel when people have to put the
word "fiber" before "artist when they speak of your work....ok, more
than one question....thanks-M
Hi M,
Hmmm....Those are interesting questions. Let me see how I can answer them. My background is in printmaking and painting, which has grown to sculpture, and installation. I have used alternative methods and materials in many of these such as sewing, fabric, screen and paper. I have always thought of it as my art work no matter what the medium was. Each idea called for a certain media to be used and I let the inspration lead me. I haven't gotton too involved with definitions of craft and art. In my recent work, I have used knitting and crocheting to express ideas. It has been a wonderful way to create three dimensional objects which are volumetric and translucent.
My early idea about craft was that it was rooted in function, not so much technique and material. Two publications I subscribe to are Surface Design and American Craft. They contain what I see as some of the most intersting work being done today. The world of fine craft has expanded to include a wide range of techniques, and subject matter. I use techniques; knitting, crocheting, and materials; yarn, tulle, fabric, that may have their origins in functional craft and hand work. But, like so many artists today, I am using these methods to create something larger and outside of the restrictins of yesterday's definition of craft. The current definition of fine craft seems to include an astonishing array of high quality work. The lines between fine art and craft seem to have become very blurry.
It seems that artists have become interested in many of the traditional 'craft' techniques. I have seen this as an interesting movement back toward craftsmanship and handwork. Interestingly a recent exhibit I was in, "Unusual Twist, Artists who Knit Crochet and Embroider", received the highest attendance of any recent shows at the venue. It seems that artists and art lovers are both very interested in this 'art-craft' cross pollination.
Fiber art. Hmmm.... I don't really see myself as a fiber artist. I happen to be currently using fiber in my work, but I am not producing the fiber itself i.e. spinning, weaving. I am using fabric that has already been made. I don't have a strong objection to being called a fiber artist in relation to the current work, but see it as a limiting definition that doesn't accurately encompass the many things I do.
I hope this answers your questions. They were interesting questions to ponder and have given me food for thought.
Thanks!
All my best,
Mimi
Mimi Czajka Graminski
mimigraminski.com
mimigraminski.blogspot.com
myartspace.com/mimigraminski
Tuesday, November 25, 2008
Fall into Winter
Check out the 5 x 7 Exhibit at the Woodstock Byrdcliffe Guild, 34 Tinker St. in Woodstock,NY. I have one piece in what promises to be a fun show. The opening is Friday December 5th 5-7.
I am continuing to work on sewn drawings in my studio and have begun a new installation which will be in a solo show at R&F Encaustics in the Spring. I have been watching flocks of birds, many flying south, others flocking from tree to tree.
Their timing and perfection in synchronizing their movements always fascinates me.
There is an interesting exhbit in Hudson NY at Nicole Fiacco Gallery. The artist is Linda Horn who has created a stunning installation with her mixed media pieces.
Check out the 5 x 7 Exhibit at the Woodstock Byrdcliffe Guild, 34 Tinker St. in Woodstock,NY. I have one piece in what promises to be a fun show. The opening is Friday December 5th 5-7.
I am continuing to work on sewn drawings in my studio and have begun a new installation which will be in a solo show at R&F Encaustics in the Spring. I have been watching flocks of birds, many flying south, others flocking from tree to tree.
Their timing and perfection in synchronizing their movements always fascinates me.
There is an interesting exhbit in Hudson NY at Nicole Fiacco Gallery. The artist is Linda Horn who has created a stunning installation with her mixed media pieces.
Tuesday, October 14, 2008
OPEN STUDIO October 18 and 19
This weekend I will opening my studio along with several other artists in the region.
Please join me from 11-5 on Saturday and Sunday 18th and 19th. I will be showing new sewn drawings and an abbreviated version of a new installation. There will also be work available for purchase. The open studio is in association with an exciting new group called Art Sudio Views. The website is www.artsnortherndutchess.org.
Please join me from 11-5 on Saturday and Sunday 18th and 19th. I will be showing new sewn drawings and an abbreviated version of a new installation. There will also be work available for purchase. The open studio is in association with an exciting new group called Art Sudio Views. The website is www.artsnortherndutchess.org.
Tuesday, September 30, 2008
Fall 2008
*******FALL ART EVENTS*********
Unusual Twist: Artists Knit, Crochet and Embroider
>*OPENING* October 11, 4-6
Spencertown Academy, 790 Route 203, Spencertown,NY 518-392-3693
October 11-November 16
spencertownacademy.org
ART STUDIO VIEWS *STUDIO TOUR*
October 18 & 19 11am-5pm
13 Elm St., Red Hook, NY
ARTSWALK Hudson,New York
Waves on Windows Two blocks of art in the windows curated by Gregory
Kepinski.
My work will be at: Mark McDonald Design *555 WARREN STREET* Hudson,NY
October 10-13
MODEST IN SCALE September 10-November 10
Abecedarian Gallery Denver,Colorado
abecedariangallery.com
Unusual Twist: Artists Knit, Crochet and Embroider
>*OPENING* October 11, 4-6
Spencertown Academy, 790 Route 203, Spencertown,NY 518-392-3693
October 11-November 16
spencertownacademy.org
ART STUDIO VIEWS *STUDIO TOUR*
October 18 & 19 11am-5pm
13 Elm St., Red Hook, NY
ARTSWALK Hudson,New York
Waves on Windows Two blocks of art in the windows curated by Gregory
Kepinski.
My work will be at: Mark McDonald Design *555 WARREN STREET* Hudson,NY
October 10-13
MODEST IN SCALE September 10-November 10
Abecedarian Gallery Denver,Colorado
abecedariangallery.com
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