Dendrology; Work in progress
In an exhibition titled “Dendrology”, which addresses the nature of trees in the broader context of the natural world and in the realm of human society, themes of deforestation, growth, interdependence, and sustainability are presented by artists in a variety of media. Dendrology; from ancient Greek “dendron” meaning tree, and “logia” the study or science […]
Out of Bounds Exhibition
Out of Bounds-City Paper Review
The Schuylkill Center for Environmental Education are pleased to present:
OUT OF BOUNDS
Featuring
Susan Benarcik
Darla Jackson
The Schuylkill Center for Environmental Education
8480 Hagy’s Mill Road
Philadelphia, PA 19128
http://www.schuylkillcenter.org
Hours: Monday – Saturday, 9am – 5pm
Out of Bounds will be installed in a variety of settings around SCEE’s main building: in the large pond that greets visitors at the front of the building; in the Center’s new sensory garden; and in the wooded picnic grove that lead to the forest behind the building. Many of the works recreate and reimagine forms typically seen outdoors, such as Susan Benarcik’s knotted droplets, Ana Hernandez’s bright red fabric fungi, and Scott Pellnat’s giant boat. Others interact with the natural elements, giving the viewer a new perspective on familiar landscapes. Mami Kato’s work floats on the pond, kept company by a community of frogs, snakes and turtles. Caleb Nussear’s installation plays with mirrors amongst the trees, layering the visual experience of the woods. The one indoor installation in the exhibition, Darla Jackson’s “Birthday Party,” enlivens the Center’s foyer with sculptural animals, welcoming visitors and marking the 25th anniversary celebration of the Schuylkill Center’s Wildlife Rehabilitation Clinic, which treats and rehabilitates thousands of animals each year.
A Flexible Perspective at the Perkins Center for the Arts March 31- May 12, 2012
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WCFoZqa9hww
“Consuming Boundaries”
March 31 – May 12 , 2012
Perkins Center Collingswood
Opening: Thursday, April 12, 2012
6-9 PM
www.perkinscenter.org
This exhibition features the work of four fiber-based sculptors: Maria Anasazi, Susan Benarcik, Ana B. Hernandez and Diane Savona. Their project bare few similarities yet they share an active process where there is direct involvement in, attention to and engagement with the materials throughout the execution of the piece.
A Circumstantial Assembly at Moore College of Art + Design
On Friday March 2, 2010 Mayor Nutter of Philadelphia officially welcomed hundreds of artists, educators, and enthusiasts to the city to celebrate a new biennial for fiber/textile art, he also recognized March as “Fiber Arts Month” in Philadelphia. The goal of the “Fiber Philadelphia Biennial” is to enrich the Philadelphia region by exhibiting innovative textile art, supporting […]
A Devoted Naturalist at the New York Design Center
Stacey Donavan writes a lovely story titled, “A Devoted Naturalist” about my work in the 1st Dibs Gallery Space at the New York Design Center. First Dibs, is the world’s number one, on-line marketplace for antiques, mid-century modern furniture, art, estate jewelry, vintage watches, haute couture and vintage luxury items. Now located on the 10th floor […]
NYFA Artist’s Boot Camp
This summer I participated in the NYFA “Artist as Entrepreneur Bootcamp”. Please come celebrate the brilliant and diverse talents of our 2011 Boot campers at various venues during our month-long creative festival. For up to date details visit: http://www.bootstrapfestival.com/
IN THE BOROWSKY GALLERY: CORPOREAL
Body Awareness a review by Victoria Donohoe Philadelphia Inquirer Feb 10, 2012 “Corporeal,” the five-person sculpture show at the Gershman Y by alumni fellows of the Center for Emerging Visual Artists, has a lot going for it. The poles of the exhibit belong to Ava Blitz and Maria Anasazi. Blitz, a “straight” sculptor, achieves chunky […]
SIP & PONDER
Eco–artist Susan Benarcik fills the Random Tea Room and Curiosity Shop in NoLibs with a plethora of pretty trinkets. By EILLIE ANZILOTTI ARTS NOVEMBER 17, 2011 AT 6:08 AM If you were to walk into the Random Tea Room and Curiosity Shop on a given day, you might l3eave without even noticing an art […]
“A PLETHORA OF PRETTY TRINKETS; A review on the Random Tea Salon exhibition
ARTSNOVEMBER 17, 2011 AT 6:08 AM Sip & Ponder Eco–artist Susan Benarcik fills the Random Tea Room and Curiosity Shop in NoLibs with a plethora of pretty trinkets. By EILLIE ANZILOTTI If you were to walk into the Random Tea Room and Curiosity Shop on a given day, you might l3eave without even noticing an art exhibit […]