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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8/4/23 Reflections Ordinary Objects in Unusual Places ​ Click to expand media gallery. Artists in Open Studio at Pier 57 took a cue from British sculptor Phyllida Barlow to create multimedia artworks inspired by PRANK , currently on view in City Hall Park. PRANK features familiar objects often found at home or in an artist’s studio that are rotated, repeated, and stacked to create awkward, improbable structures. In a similar vein, kids challenged traditional sculptural values by placing an everyday object, such as a chair or bed, in an irregular place, like the ocean or outer space. Students selected subjects at random, then created a scene based on their selections. This resulted in some delightfully odd pairings, such as an intricately sculpted dining room (complete with a bouquet of flowers!) set within a dinosaur’s lair. NEXT Noormah Jamal at Children's Workshop School All About Alina! Donate Now

Open Studio: Halloween Candy Collages Inspired by Félix González-Torres Free Community Artmaking Thursday, October 19, 2023 3 PM to 5 PM Pier 57 Pier 57, 11th Avenue, New York, NY, USA Media Inquiries: adam@culturalcounsel.com RSVP Félix González-Torres, Untitled (USA Today), 1990, Candies, individually wrapped in red, silver, and blue cellophane (endless supply), Installation view, Museum MMK für Moderne Kunst MMK, Frankfurt, Photo by Axel Schneider. Félix González-Torres, Untitled (USA Today), 1990, Candies, individually wrapped in red, silver, and blue cellophane (endless supply), Installation view, Museum MMK für Moderne Kunst MMK, Frankfurt, Photo by Axel Schneider. Félix González-Torres, Untitled (USA Today), 1990, Candies, individually wrapped in red, silver, and blue cellophane (endless supply), Installation view, Museum MMK für Moderne Kunst MMK, Frankfurt, Photo by Axel Schneider. Who’s ready for a Halloween adventure? Take a page from the delightful candy sculptures of artists Félix González-Torres and Peter Anton and create a collaborative candy bucket for everyone to share. Artists will use tissue paper, pipe cleaners, and fabric to create their own sweet treats and add them to a massive candy collage. Don’t forget to ‘trick or treat’ before you leave! 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. Image Credit: Félix González-Torres, Untitled (USA Today) , 1990, Candies, individually wrapped in red, silver, and blue cellophane (endless supply), Installation view, Museum MMK für Moderne Kunst MMK, Frankfurt, Photo by Axel Schneider. 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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Open Studio: Digital Fashion Workshop with Superchief Gallery NFT [August 24] Free Community Artmaking Thursday, August 24, 2023 3 PM to 5 PM Pier 57 Pier 57, 11th Avenue, New York, NY, USA Media Inquiries: adam@culturalcounsel.com RSVP Audrey Lyall Be a digital fashion designer and bring your creative vision to life using the latest photo editing software! Young designers will customize t-shirts in the style of guest artist Audrey Lyall ’s bold Afro-futurist portraits, then use digital tools available to stage a 3D photoshoot. Each student will leave with their own digital magazine cover complete with cover stories that reflect their own individual interests. T-shirts and iPads will be provided. T his program is recommended for ages 7-14. A bout Audrey Lyall Audrey Lyall is a multimedia artist raised in Corte Madera, CA and currently residing in Brooklyn, NY. Lyall uses a variety of materials such as acrylic paint, watercolor, clay, fabric, collaged paper, and more to create maximalist Afro-futurist works. Within her artistic practice, she navigates a variety of topics such as racial identity, beauty standards, surveillance, and social anxiety. Lyall graduated from Pratt Institute with a B.A. in Critical & Visual Studies, minoring in Museum & Gallery Practices. About Superchief Gallery NFT S uperchief Gallery was founded in 2012 by Edward Zipco and Bill Dunleavy. In 2021, Superchief Gallery NFT opened its doors in New York City, establishing itself as the World's First Physical / IRL NFT Gallery. Since opening, Superchief Gallery NFT has worked with Christie’s Auction House on their first ever CryptoPunk Auction, produced the first ever IRL NFT events for Opensea, MakersPlace, Foundation, UNICEF, The United Nations, The Ukraine, NFTLA, NFTKOREA, and many more. 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

Music and Art Work Together Art Class for Children With Autism Saturday, June 11, 2022 9:30 AM to 11 AM Virtual ​ Media Inquiries: adam@culturalcounsel.com RSVP Mark Bradford Pickett’s Charge (The High-Water Mark) 2016-2017 Mixed media Courtesy of the artist and Hauser & Wirth Photo by Joshua White Explore the deep connection between these two art forms and discover how rhythms can inspire your brushstrokes. Taking place on Saturday mornings, these live virtual classes led by veteran CMA Teaching Artist Emma Waldman provide a free opportunity for children of all ages with Autism spectrum disorders to participate in a variety of tactile art-making experiences. Classes are specifically designed to help children develop social skills, creative problem-solving strategies, and self-expression through art and storytelling. The program’s supportive environment also strengthens family ties and builds a sense of community for families affected by Autism spectrum disorders. Programs at Children's Museum of the Arts are supported, 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. Children's Museum of the Arts' Inclusives Program is generously funded by the Rose M. Badgeley Charitable Trust. Additional support is provided by Liselotte and Robin Vince, the Barbara Hunt McLanahan Memorial Fund, the Horace W. Goldsmith Foundation, the Jennifer & Jonathan Soros Foundation, The Robert Lehman Foundation, the Louis Legacy Foundation, the New York State Council on the Arts with support of Governor Andrew Cuomo and the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs. Donate Now

Open Studio [May 8] Free Community Artmaking Monday, May 8, 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

1/9/24 Interview Meet Artist in Residence Noormah Jamal Pakistani artist and educator Noormah Jamal on sculpting Polly Pockets as a child and incorporating acts of play into her work. Click to expand media gallery. Across the boroughs, CMA's three Artists in Residence 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. Below, meet Pakistani artist and educator Noormah Jamal , who works with fifth grade students at Children's Workshop School , a progressive public elementary school and leader in welcoming Asylum Seeking families to the East Village community. Niousha as a young artist Tell us about your art practice and how working with children inspires you. My practice primarily is about the personal baggage that people carry. It's about existence, marginalized existence, overlooked existence, neglected existence, non-mainstream existence — with all the joys and sorrows that are intertwined with existence. Children are incredibly honest and adventurous. I found that to avoid hesitation in creating or second guessing myself, I started approaching my practice through the lens of a 7-9 year old me and how she saw the world. The symbolism from my childhood. Incorporating acts of play while I create. Being a Teaching Artist keeps me inspired. It keeps me connected to that version of me. So I don't forget that way of experiencing and looking at the world. Masharaan , oil pastel on arches paper, 12 x 16 in Do you have any memorable experiences of children interacting with your artwork? I had an exhibition back home where I had made magnetized ceramic tiles like fridge magnets. It was an interactive installation where people could move the tiles and change the composition of the work. The adults in the space were hesitant, but everything changed when these two kids accompanying their parents started “playing.” They went on to narrate the tale they were illustrating by moving the tiles. I'll never forget the conversations I had with them. Now, with much of my 3D work I always think, “how would I play with them?” When did you first know you were going to be an artist? It's been pretty on and off. I wasn't 100% sure I wanted to pursue art as a career until I was 18. I flirted with the idea of being a vet, lawyer, or psychologist, but creating and making art was always a constant. Many called it a “hobby.” Being told that I should pursue something “stable” as my undergrad major made a switch go off in my head. I knew I wanted to pursue being an artist. Manzil Kareeb , acrylic on linen, 56 x 58 in In your words, what does it mean to be an artist? When you feel it's a “necessity” to create. What advice would you give to young artists who wish to pursue an art practice? Don't stop making and creating. Make work for yourself, not for what you think people want to see. Can you describe a fruitful childhood experience that influenced your practice? I didn't play “gentle” with my toys as a child. I remember having Polly Pocket sets with all the small dolls missing. The replacements weren't easy to find and were very expensive, and my mother had made it clear I would not get more. A lot of my early creation came from necessity or a “need,”' and I started making my own miniature Polly Pockets out of plasticine from the age of 7. I made close to 100 by the time I was ten. A lot of the androgynous faces I sculpt and the root of the 'sacred bust series' in my practice stems from those tiny figures I made all those years back. Sacred Series , acrylic on air dry clay Do you have a favorite memory of making art as a child? YES! Making giant cityscapes with cardboard and old cereal boxes. Why is it important to make art accessible to all children and families? Having a creative outlet is incredibly important. Art is a great medium for self expression. Through the years I feel there has been this notion of art being for a certain class, environment, or group of people. There should be no gatekeeping in art. There is so much good it can foster. Weeds of Cantonment , glazed ceramic, 9.1 x 3.7 in About Noormah Noormah Jamal is a Brooklyn-based multidisciplinary artist originally from Pakistan. She earned her MFA in Painting and Drawing from Pratt Institute (2023) and holds a BFA in Mughal Miniature painting from The National College of Arts in Lahore, Pakistan. Her work centers around identity and the personal baggage that people carry. Heavy in symbolism, she approaches much of her practice through a child's lens. Support Noormah's work at Children's Workshop School by donating to CMA's Emergency Arts Education Fund , which provides free arts education to NYC schools that need it most. NEXT Noormah Jamal at Children's Workshop School All About Alina! Donate Now

6/27/23 Kids Art Celebrate Kid Filmmakers with 13 Films by Public School Students Watch stop-motion animations from our Spring 2023 in-school programs. Click to expand media gallery. It’s the last day of school here in New York City, which means CMA Artist Instructors have officially wrapped up a semester of exceptional arts instructions for students in schools that need it most. Below, check out fun examples of student work created during our spring semester in-school partnership programs. City-As-School West Village, Manhattan PS 33M Chelsea Prep Chelsea, Manhattan PS 347 American Sign Language School Gramercy, Manhattan Renaissance Charter School Jackson Heights, Queens PS 279 Herman Schreiber Canarsie, Brooklyn PS 106X The Parkchester School Parkchester, Bronx PS 46Q Alley Pond Alley Pond, Queens NEXT Noormah Jamal at Children's Workshop School All About Alina! Donate Now