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

4/24/23 Reflections Exploring Family Memories Through Collage Students from PS 33M visited Kasmin Gallery for a collage-making session inspired by Tina Barney's exhibition. Click to expand media gallery. First graders from PS 33M Chelsea Prep joined CMA’s Artists in Residence for a behind-the-scenes tour of acclaimed American photographer Tina Barney ‘s new exhibition The Beginning at nearby Kasmin Gallery . Recently rediscovered during the pandemic, The Beginning brings together Barney’s earliest photographic works — long-forgotten images that reanimated her memories of life as a young artist. For homework, students brought in copies of family photographs from home. Like the works of Tina Barney, kids’ family photographs depicted fond memories such as vacations, celebrations, and of course, pets. Students collaged their family photographs with art magazines, construction paper, and felt to create new artworks that showed family memories in a whole new light. During group reflection at the end of the session, students named feelings of excitement, happiness, and nervousness as they discussed how the project made them feel. In the words of one young artist, “I appreciate that everyone is amazing and they are all nice artists.” NEXT Emergency Exhibition: New Training for Future Artists and Art Lovers Take a Virtual Tour on Bloomberg Connects Donate Now

Open Studio: Emotional Collages Inspired by Romare Bearden Free Community Artmaking Monday, September 4, 2023 3 PM to 5 PM Pier 57 Pier 57, 11th Avenue, New York, NY, USA Media Inquiries: adam@culturalcounsel.com RSVP Romare Bearden, Woman and Child, colored and printed papers and pencil on masonite board, 1940 Explore the captivating link between color and emotions and discover color theory as you craft mood-inspired shapes with colored tissue and paper. Be inspired by Romare Bearden 's 1940 masterpiece Woman and Child and join us for an immersive artistic journey led by expert CMA Artist Instructors. About Open Studio at Pier 57 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 Inclusives 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. What To Expect Sessions are led by CMA Artist Instructors Emma Waldman and JT Baldassarre and are inspired by historic and contemporary New York City art and artists. 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. 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

Erika R. Moore Global Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Officer David Zwirner Erika R. Moore is an accomplished arts administrator and former dance and theater artist with a passion for fostering creative environments. Erika holds a B.S. in Nonprofit Leadership and Management, complemented by an MFA in Dance from Arizona State University. Her career has led her to serve on various art panels, including the National Endowment for the Arts and WESTSTaff, as well as contributing to other community arts organizations along the West Coast, her cherished place of origin. Currently, Erika continues her impactful journey as the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Officer at David Zwirner Gallery, where her visionary leadership empowers organizations to unlock their creative potential, promote inclusivity, and drive meaningful change. Donate Now Since 1988

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

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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