4/6/23 Reflections Architectural Interventions with String Click to expand media gallery. CMA Artist in Residence Miguel Braceli kicks off Open Studio at Pier 57 with a collaborative exploration into form and structure. Kids reframed the space with string and tape anchored to chairs, tables, and light fixtures throughout the classroom. Next, we added new materials to our repertoire, bringing volume and dimension to our newly constructed environment. NEXT Emergency Exhibition: New Training for Future Artists and Art Lovers Take a Virtual Tour on Bloomberg Connects Donate Now

Open Studio: The Power of Words Free Community Artmaking Monday, December 11, 2023 3 PM to 5 PM Pier 57 Pier 57, 11th Avenue, New York, NY, USA Media Inquiries: adam@culturalcounsel.com RSVP Jaune Quick-to-See Smith, Where Do We Come From? I, 2001, mixed media on canvas. The Alfond Collection of Contemporary Art, Cornell Fine Arts Museum, Rollins College. Glenn Ligon, Untitled (I am Somebody 1), 2014, oil stick on paper, 15.24 x 19.24 inches. Words have been used in almost every artistic medium as a way for artists to speak directly to viewers. Children will take inspiration from artists Jaune Quick-to-See Smith and Glenn Ligon , whose use of words in their artworks provoke discussion and contemplation of who we are individually and as a society. Choose from cutout letters from newspapers and magazines or draw your own words to make verbally and visually impactful creations. About Open Studio Taking place Mondays and Thursdays, Open Studio at Pier 57 invites children to explore hands-on projects across a wide range of artistic disciplines. Specially designed for children on the Autism Spectrum but welcoming to all, each session is multisensory focused. Participants will explore art materials (such as clay, paper, or textiles) at their own pace alongside movement breaks and ample time for storytelling and social interaction. Open Studio is recommended for ages 12 & under. What To Expect Led by CMA Artist Instructors Emma Waldman and JT Baldassarre , each session introduces children to the elements and principles of art while surveying artists across generations. The program’s curriculum is rooted in accessible artmaking practices and Children’s Museum of the Arts’ pedagogy of Look, Make, Share. Take a peek at one of our virtual Inclusives lessons, catered to children with Autism, that families can try at home: here ! While caregivers are welcome to stay with their children, families are encouraged to enjoy the extraordinary setting of Pier 57 in the adjacent Family Living Room for the duration of the session. Image Credit: Jaune Quick-to-See Smith, Where Do We Come From? I , 2001, mixed media on canvas. The Alfond Collection of Contemporary Art, Cornell Fine Arts Museum, Rollins College. Children's Museum of the Arts' Open Studio at Pier 57 is generously supported by the Horace W. Goldsmith Foundation, Cornelia T. Bailey Foundation, Ruth Foundation for the Arts, William Talbott Hillman Foundation, The LeRoy Neiman and Janet Byrne Neiman Foundation, Milton and Sally Avery Arts Foundation, Google Community Grants Fund,, Bloomberg Philanthropies, Harriet Ames Charitable Trust, The Cowles Charitable Trust,, and the Viniar Family Foundation. Additional support is provided, in part, by public funds from the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs in partnership with the City Council and by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature. Additional support is provided, in part, by public funds from the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs in partnership with the City Council and by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature. Donate Now

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10/13/23 Interviews "Being an artist really allows for a meaningful life." Artist Emily Kiacz on children's artwork and viewing a Georgia O'Keefe's painting as child. Click to expand media gallery. Great artists make artists. And to prove that point, over 70 of today's greatest have contributed their work in support of Children's Museum of the Arts' Emergency Arts Education Fund , establishing utterly ambitious art programs in New York City schools that need them most. Bidding for the online auction concludes Thursday, October 19 at 12 PM EDT . Bid now. Bid often. Bid here. Below, meet auction artist Emily Kiacz . Do you have a favorite memory of making art as a child? I made art so frequently as a kid, I have many fond memories. I especially liked to paint rocks. What advice would you give to young artists who wish to pursue an art practice? I would absolutely encourage any young artist to pursue their dreams. Being an artist really allows for a meaningful life. I have carved a path for myself that I couldn’t have imagined possible as a child, and I would wish that for anyone. How does working with children inspire you? Children have a freedom and abundance of imagination that is truly inspiring. Their approach to every aspect of making art is so zany. I love looking at work made by kids, as well as making art with the young people in my life. It serves as a good reminder of why I love to make things, and the type of energy to strive for in my practice. When did you first know you were going to be an artist? I think I have always known that I wanted to be an artist, but I made a definitive decision to do so when I was fifteen and made my first painting. I knew that I wanted to pursue this thing in a real way. The color and fluidity of paint really clicked as a mode of expression. Can you describe a formative experience visiting a museum or gallery? I remember my first time at the Chicago Art Institute, I encountered Georgia O’Keefe’s Sky Above Clouds. The image, scale and content left me shook. The experience expanded my idea of what I could do as an artist, and it continues to inspire me to this day. Emily Kiacz Space Sisters acrylic on canvas over panel Bid Now NEXT Emergency Exhibition: New Training for Future Artists and Art Lovers Take a Virtual Tour on Bloomberg Connects Donate Now

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2/27/24 Artists in Schools Observational Drawing: What’s Outside Your Window? Dispatches from CMA Resident Artist Maria D. Rapicavoli's after school class at Hudson Guild. Click to expand media gallery. What do you see or hear from your window? Students used that simple question as a prompt as they continued their capstone research process with an activity that served as a practical application of the observational drawing skills they learned during the fall semester. With the help of a worksheet, students identified 10 things they observe or hear from their window. For the next step, students translated their observations into art by creating paintings based on the elements they listed. Kairi, while drawing a grid and painting all the things he sees from his window, took a creative turn by introducing a large black stain to his composition. He articulated how the void represents the profound existential questions in his mind. For him, art provides a liberating space where he can freely explore these uncertainties, play with his imagination, and have fun. In contrast, Elian shared his desire to get rid of all the unanswered questions that Kairi talked about. He made a grid of both real and imaginary objects. Together with the trees and buildings that he sees from his window, Elian drew a light blue building that recurrently appears in his dreams — a sanctuary where he does nothing but peacefully contemplate until he wakes up. Both students not only depicted the physical reality that they observe from their windows, but also explored the symbolic dimensions of their inner world. Maria's work at Hudson Guild is supported by the Emergency Arts Education Fund , which provides free arts education to NYC school communities whose art programs have been decimated by recent budget cuts. Children’s Museum of the Arts’ three Residents Artists are currently implementing ambitious arts curriculum at each of our partner sites throughout New York City: Hudson Guild in Chelsea, Sid Miller Academy in Crown Heights, and Children’s Workshop School in the East Village. Come spring, our residents will showcase their students' work through exhibitions and installations across the city. Learn how you can support the work of our residents here . NEXT Emergency Exhibition: New Training for Future Artists and Art Lovers Take a Virtual Tour on Bloomberg Connects Donate Now

Open Studio [April 20] Free Community Artmaking Thursday, April 20, 2023 3 PM to 5 PM Pier 57 Pier 57, 11th Avenue, New York, NY, USA Media Inquiries: adam@culturalcounsel.com RSVP Open Studio invites children to explore hands-on projects across a wide range of artistic disciplines. Each month, CMA artists will bring special programming geared for children while caregivers are welcome to enjoy the extraordinary setting of Pier 57 in the adjacent Family Living Room. This program is recommended for children ages 7-11. Registation opens each Friday for the following week's classes. Children's Museum of the Arts' Open Studio at Pier 57 is generously supported by the Horace W. Goldsmith Foundation, Cornelia T. Bailey Foundation, Ruth Foundation for the Arts, William Talbott Hillman Foundation, First Republic Bank, The LeRoy Neiman and Janet Byrne Neiman Foundation, Milton and Sally Avery Arts Foundation, Google Community Grants Fund, Amazon, Bloomberg Philanthropies, Harriet Ames Charitable Trust, The Cowles Charitable Trust, Hammitt, and the Viniar Family Foundation. Donate Now

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12/19/23 Artists in Schools Castle, Sun, and Complementary Colors Dispatches from CMA Resident Artist Niousha Kiarashi's elementary school class at Sid Miller Academy. Click to expand media gallery. Students learned about complementary colors using warm and cool color markers and printouts of Paul Klee’s Castle and Sun . They focused on color choice to gain a better understanding of how combinations of color can create different expressions and moods. Children came up with many creative ways of making compositions. They loved connecting compositions to textures and creating patterns, and it’s clear that students are making great progress! Niousha’s work at Sid Miller Academy is supported by the Emergency Arts Education Fund , which provides free arts education to NYC school communities whose art programs have been decimated by recent budget cuts. Children’s Museum of the Arts’ three Residents Artists are currently implementing ambitious arts curriculum at each of our partner sites throughout New York City: Hudson Guild in Chelsea, Sid Miller Academy in Crown Heights, and Children’s Workshop School in the East Village. Come spring, our residents will showcase their students' work through exhibitions and installations across the city. Learn how you can support the work of our residents here . NEXT Emergency Exhibition: New Training for Future Artists and Art Lovers Take a Virtual Tour on Bloomberg Connects Donate Now