Cape Fear Corpsers! Night of the 3D Corpses

Opening Reception
Friday, October 7
6:00pm-9:00pm
http://capefearcorpsers.org

Artists:
Benjamin Billingsly
Brandon Guthrie
Colleen Ringrose
Drew Craven
Gina Gambony
Lena Moschet
Nicolle X Nixolle
Rachel Kastner
Sam Guin
Shannon Bourne
Todd Carignan

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***Closing Reception***
Friday, September 23
6pm-9pm
Wabi Sabi Warehouse

presents

a Multiplexitude of Work from Various Artists

namely...

MAPS (to Nevada?)

Opening Reception

**Friday, September 2**

6:00-9:00pm

This exhibit features a collection of work from both local and alien artists who have interpreted the notion of Mapmaking in their own way. This call for work was inspired by the Art and Thought of Robert Delford Brown ("Bob"), founder of The First National Church of the Exquisite Panic, Inc. Bob said, "Many religions teach how to get to Nirvana. They all give very complicated directions. The First National Church of the Exquisite Panic, Inc tells you how to get to Nevada. It sounds close and it's simple. You take a bus!"

Bob was a good friend of Wabi Sabi and a former resident of Wilmington before making his ephemeral departure in March, 2009 to the Nevada in the Exquisite dimension. Over the years, Bob made lots of Maps to Nevada and encouraged his followers to make whatever they wanted, too.

One piece of special note included in in this exhibit is a collaborative work by the children of SOLA, created under the direction of Isabel Heblich. During his stay in Wilmington, Bob visited SOLA and let the kids paint his car. (I suspect he also taught them one of the commandments of his Church, namely, Don't Eat Cars.) After his Final Departure, Isabel visited these same kids and they created their own aptly titled "Map to Nevada" in memoriam of Bob, his life, and his Generous art. We approach this exhibit with the same feeling.

Fritzi Huber will be on-hand at the Opening Reception assisting willing participants in navigating their internal landscapes. Just choose an organ to be ballpoint tattooed on your body. Directions to said location, whether by arrow or word, will accompany the image. Gina Gambony will use her Exquisite mystic powers to identify items inside your body you never knew about that can also be included in your body map tattoo.

We expect 20+ works of art from the following list of inspired folk, give or take a few, although as Bob would say, "Who? Knows!" The works are being collected directly prior to the Opening Reception and a final list of participants will be updated right here.

Web Connections

Bob's Church: www.funkup.com

SOLA: www.solaschools.com

Maps (to Nevada?) Artists Submitting:

Benjamin Billingsly

Elsie Ridings Boyce

Todd Carignan

Breta Cecile Carnes

Michelle Connolly

Alice Corl
Saralyn Twiggy Earp

Jude Eden

Gina Gambony

Taylor Goodell

Barbara Hause

Diane Hause

Isabel Heblich/SOLA

Mark Herbert

Niki Hildebrand

Fritzi Huber

Saben Kane

Donna Moore

Nicolle Nicolle

Blair Nidds

Greg Patch

Veronica Plankers

Dindy Reich

Colleen Ringrose

Tatyana Shelley

Billy Stewart

Erin Tetterton

CALL FOR ART
The Exhibit: Maps (to Nevada)

WHAT: Wabi Sabi Warehouse is calling out with a loud voice for MAP ART.
Art made from Maps, Maps made from Art, Mapping, Journeying, Topography in this or other dimensions, from Here to There, Map Quest, Directions, Cartography, Street View, etc, etc, and so on.
Your interpretation is correct.

WHY: This exhibit is inspired by the map-making work of artist and founder of the 1st National Church of the Exquisite Panic, namely, Robert Delford Brown and his prolific creation of maps to Nevada. What he said:
"Many religions teach how to get to Nirvana. They all give very complicated directions. The First National Church of the Exquisite Panic, Inc tells you how to get to Nevada. It sounds close and it's simple. You take a bus!"
Maps for this exhibit can take this into account or not. We'd like to see what you say.

DIRECTIONS: Artists interested in submitting work for this exhibit should contact Gallery Manager Gina at ginagambony@gmail.com.
Provide 2 things:
1. Approximate thoughts about the media you will use for your piece.
2. Approximate thoughts about the size of the intended piece.

SCHEDULE:
-by- July 20: CONTACT Gallery Manager regarding interest
August 21, 22, 23: Art Delivery to Wabi Sabi Warehouse
Friday, August 26: Opening Reception
Friday, October 7: Closing Reception

This is exhibit is being judged, juried, and executioned by Gina Gambony and Fritzi Huber.
Inspirational Photo by Robert Delford Brown, www.funkup.com

Opening: How Things Grow

Reception 4th Friday, June 24

with Jesse from "The Bear Romantic"!

6pm-9pm

"How Things Grow"
by Kate Sinclair & Meredith Connelly
Saturday, June 4
6pm-9pm
Installations, Sculptures, Paintings, Ceramic Works
Wabi Sabi Warehouse, 9th & Princess
On the Web: Kate Sinclair

I am getting really excited about this opening! Kate and Meredith have a vision for this coordinated display of work, so much of it is about LIGHT-light as energy (that cannot be created or destroyed), the primeval experience of light at birth, the way light affects color, Reflection, the organic progression of living things toward the light...simultaneously, this work is informed by the natural world, the cyclical/circular patterns of living/dying and the natural movement and patterns of light and shadow. WoW! This is not just a display of the works of two different artists with two different ideas set side by side, but a cooperative venture that has been created through the sharing of ideas. Kate's work is primarily painting (check out her website, link above), while Meredith brings glowing installations inspired by nature. And there's other stuff too, I just can't wait to see it all. Join us for the opening, let's see what they're up to.

The Glitter Days of Late Spring

Addie Wuensch in the House

Even if you've seen our current exhibit, "Glitter Bath" by Addie Wuensch, the art has changed over the course of the month. For every piece sold, new pieces have been hung-including Jewels. We have this work in the wareHouse, along with the artist, for the next little bit.

Sunday, May 22: Noon-3pm warehouse Open for regular Wabitation Hours, hosted by Addie with her Pink Cookies. Tea and Ding.

Friday, May 27: 6pm-9pm warehouse Open for the Closing Reception of "Glitter Bath." All the hoopla you would expect, including~POEM RELEASE. If you have a poem you would like to Release to the human collective mind, bring it. If you can't make it to the event, we can still release your poem, just send it wabitation{}gmail.com. COLLABORATIVE GLUING. Big piece of paper wants you to glue something on it. We shall have bits to glue, but you are free to bring your own 2 to 2 1/2 dimensional object. SOUND COLLAGE. Bring an Instrument. This could be within your own throat. Be prepared to make a noise. And of course, my friends, MORE GLITTER BAPTISM, sainthood is attainable through Glitter wAblution.

AND WHAT'S NEXT? Stay tuned for information on our next Opening: How Things Grow by Meredith Connolly & Kate Sinclair. Saturday, June 4.

Sale Extended! Happening TODAY April 3, Noon-3pm. Come on in for our new Sunday Open Hours, have a cup of Tea. Art Studio Open House & ART SALE! Todd Carignon Saturday, March 26 3:00pm-6:00pm & Sunday, March 27 NOON-6:00pm Wabi Sabi Warehouse 9th & Princess

Come by and get some everything-must-go priced art! I need the room, and you need art on your wall! I will also be at the studio on Saturday from 3:00-6:00, so feel free to stop by then as well!

"Glitter Bath" Saturday, April 9th

An Opening Service of the 1st National Church of the Exquisite Panic, namely:

"Glitter Bath"

by Addie Wuensch
Saturday, April 9
8pm-11pm

Ms. Wuensch describes this collection of work as a catalyst for "introspective retrospection," an examination of our lives from the quiet simplicity of the childhood tub of water to the sophisticated glitterfication of adulthood. Glitter is not just a sparkly substance that catches our eye and gums up the vacuum, but is metaphored into the influence of language, fashion, media, and society at large, effectively coating our skin and eyeballs and burying the underlying reality of humanhood. It has been suggested that the mirrored, reflective quality of glitter may most pointedly represent a dulling of the capacity to absorb, possibly a reaction to post-modern architecture in the post-modern world. It has also been suggested that glitter is "the herpes of arts & crafts"; Ms. Wuensch decries this assessment and posits that glitter is an unfortunate but absolutely curable disease, more like gonorrhea.

This exhibit features over a dozen of Ms. Wuensch's mixed-media works, as well as a collection of adornments and readings from her recently published book of poems by the same name (Glitter Bath). Guests are also invited to join us in ritual glitterfication and cleansing, a public service in light of the Azalea Festival happenings just a few blocks away.

Wabi Sabi seeks...

Wabi Sabi Warehouse seeks gallery and studio manager with endless energy, sustained intellectual fortitude and strong fingers. The "GSM" will work closely with Studio Overlord "Saint 43" to curate exhibitions for the 2011 calendar year. The GSM will also be responsible for basic studio upkeep and maintenance. This is a part-time position with a small base salary and an additional percentage of gallery sales. Prospective GSMs should have exhibition and event planning experience and be familiar with local artists. GSM candidates should have reliable transportation and be self-motivated and outgoing. The GSM will be expected to work at least 20 hours per month (five hours per week) and will be responsible for overseeing volunteers and feeding Nevi the chicken. Applications should include a resume, cover letter and an inappropriate collage. All applications should be sent to: Saint 43, PO Box 95, Wilmington, NC 28402.

Heather and Nicole deciding where to lunch.

Abby and Dixon taking a break.

Perry's new student only wants to play "Stairway"

'WheelieBob' and 'Death Be Not Plastic' at Scrapel Hill

Scrapel Hill is a juried public art exhibition at the University Mall in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. The 22 included works are created from recycled materials, and will be on display through November 18th, 2010. Part of the exhibition programming includes workshops by this year’s juror, Santa Fe, NM artist Nancy Judd who transforms trash into elegant couture fashions and showcases the Recycle Runway Collection in airport exhibitions, museums, malls, class rooms and media outlets around the nation to inspire individuals to recycle, conserve resources, and prevent pollution. Her elegant designs have been commissioned by Coca-Cola, Target, and Toyota. www.townofchapelhill.org

IAC's own Dixon Stetler and Dan Brawley have 2 works that were accepted into the exhibition:

'WheelieBob' and 'Death Be Not Plastic'

2 Hours of Stilting Increases Your Sexual Prowess!

Stilt Workshop!
Amaze your friends! Impress the mayor! Conquer the upper cabinet!

Jengo's Playhouse
815 Princess Street
Sunday, July 18
Noon-2
15 years and up
$10
Limited to 15 participants
Bring long pants you can move in and work boots or closed toe shoes that will support your arches. No tennis shoes, flip flops or high heels
With NANA PROJECTS
www.nanaprojects.com

Handmade Puppet Dreams at IAC!

Wabi Sabi Warehouse will host ‘Handmade Puppet Dreams’, an exhibition of contemporary puppets curated by Heather Henson. As part of the 2010 Port City Puppet Festival, the Wabi Sabi Warehouse exhibition features a selection of cutting-edge puppets and sets featured in the Handmade Puppet Dreams film series. The film series will be screened across the street at Jengo’s Playhouse.

Showcasing a new generation of puppeteers, these short films run the gamut from marionettes to finger puppets to paper cutouts. Recent awards include “The Best Puppet Film” at The World Puppet Festival in Prague and a 2009 “UNIMA Citation of Excellence." The series has entertained audiences in the US as well as France, Czech Republic, India, United Kingdom, Puerto Rico and Israel.
Handmade Puppet Dreams is a compilation of contemporary artisans who carefully weave their craft of film-making and puppetry into their work, building their visions, and breathing life into their dreams.

Handmade Puppet Dreams film screenings:

Jengo’s Playhouse, 815 Princess Street

Friday, July 16^th 7pm & 8:30pm (Adult Themed!)

Saturday, July 17^th 11am, Noon, & 1pm (Super Duper Family Friendly!)

Handmade Puppet Dreams Exhibition opening reception (Heather Henson will be in the House!!!)

Wabi Sabi Warehouse, 19 North 9^th Street

Saturday, July 17^th, 11am-2pm

The puppet exhibition is free and open to the public through August 6.

Film screenings tickets $3

Free for Port City Puppet Festival registrants

http://www.portcitypuppet.org/

www.handmadepuppetdreams.com

BOBSALE!

BOBSALE! A silent auction from the Estate of Robert Delford Brown

A sale for the future of all beings and an event full of questions like Who? Knows!

In the chasm of afterness left by the great leader Robert Delford Brown's journey into the future, the First National Church of the Equisite Panic is liquidating sacred objects of all kinds. This one day only, cash-is-still-cash event is a "hand holding hands" communion sponsored by Independent Art Company and held at the sacred portal of Wabi Sabi Warehouse. Journey through the holy chalice of Pharblongence with your check or cash or money order, because we do not accept American Express, Visa, Mastercard, Diner's Club, Medicaid, or IOUs.

A silent (hush, hush SHUT-UP!) auction containing artworks from the estate of Robert Delford Brown will be held on Saturday, February 20th, at Wabi Sabi Warehouse, 19 North 9th Street, from 11am-4pm. Auction items include Mirrored Mandalas, Ikonomobiles, Gluings, Maps to Nevada, Ephemera, and other artworks from the estate.

Absentee bids will be accepted via telephone at 910-599-0476 or via email: archibaldheptinstall@gmail.com

All absentee bids must be received by 2:37 pm on Saturday, February 20th, 2010.

All shipping, packing, storing, and geographic dislocations will be the responsibility of the buyer. All sales will be final, and artwork must be picked up at Wabi Sabi Warehouse on or before February 27th, 2010.

For more information about Robert Delford Brown, visit http://robertdelfordbrown.com/

For more information than you can handle, visit the internet now!

For hi-res photographs and further information about the works in the auction, contact Dan Brawley via telephone 910-599-0476 or on the interwebs at archibaldheptinstall@gmail.com

Artist Seeks Fabric

Artist seek fabric: Any color, any type for LARGE weaving project. LIKE WOW! One yard lengths or bigger, please. Drop off at Wabi Sabi Warehouse, 19 North 9th Street or email dixonstetler@gmail.com to arrange to pick up. Thanks!

Reborn Designs by Samantha Barnett

Metal design is my passion.

I find it satisfying to take a flat piece of metal and form it into something people can wear and enjoy. Although often sculptural, my work functions primarily as body adornment and appeals to the public. I am inspired by nature, and in particular the textures and colors of marine life. I attempt to recreate the ruggedness and imperfections found in the natural world. Fabrication techniques, casting and electro-forming allow me to create tactile surfaces on three dimensional forms. By sifting, drawing and painting with enamel, color and detail are added to the forms. I hope the wearer enjoys my jewelry as much as I enjoy making it.

reborndesignsbysb.com

ARTIST SEEKS KEYS

I am an artist beginning a public art project in downtown Wilmington. In order for this project to proceed, I am asking friends, family and the community to help support the key project by donating unused/ miscut keys. I need 56,000. That’s right: 56,000

‘Keys with a View’ is a temporary public art project to be installed on the fencing that surrounds the construction site of the new residential property, The View on Water Street, in downtown Wilmington. Artist facilitator Dixon Stetler will collect thousands of no-longer used keys and hang them onto the grid of the fence using paperclips.
‘Keys with a View’ is an opportunity for the community to engage in the production of public art. The public will be invited to hang their spare keys onto the fence, or to donate keys for the project. A tremendous sense of pride and kinship comes with accomplishing a project with others, even more so when it is in the public realm. This connection between the community and the art makes for a meaningful public art project.
The key is an object with many symbolic meanings. For a little girl with a diary, a key means privacy. A teenager with a driver’s license sees a key as the promise of freedom. To latch-key kids, children who let themselves in at home after-school, keys represent safety. For a first time homeowner, a key is a dream realized. Thousands of these talismans are safely tucked away in our drawers, until their purpose has been forgotten or relinquished. Keys as we know them are now becoming obsolete, transforming them into an appropriate material for art. Hotel rooms are accessed with plastic cards, and a car starts without ever taking the "key" out of your pocket. Alluding to the future of The View on Water Street as a residential property, keys can also be thought of as opening doors and unlocking new ideas about how we define public art: even a construction worksite can be transformed into an art space.
Dreams of Wilmington, an art education program, fosters self expression while providing a mentoring relationship between artists and at-risk youth. A print making class taught by artist Michael Van Hout is making large two color linoleum cut prints of keys. Numbered prints will be given to project sponsors. Renato Abbate’s ceramic students are making clay keys that they will hang on the fence, and Matt Bumgardner’s photography students are making ‘keyhole’ cameras. An African drumming class led by Sai Collins will collaborate by serenading key hangers as they work on the fence.
A group of high school students through Communities in Schools and Dreams of Wilmington are designated ‘Assistant Project Managers’. Duties include assisting in key donation collection, greeting the public and media at the installation site, explaining project, helping people hang keys, and stamping hands with the official ‘Keys with a View’ stamp on the hands who have participated. The kids will maintain a blog where they document the progress of the fence through photographs and document interactions with the public.
Kids Making It, an afterschool woodworking program in downtown Wilmington, is participating by producing lightweight acrylic keys in various colors and sizes, all inscribed with the Kids Making It logo. Cape Fear River Watch contributes by carving an old canoe paddle into a key. Visitors to the Children’s Museum of Wilmington can paint a key in the art room, and bring it to the fence for installation.

Drop off boxes are located:

Cameron Art Museum

Tidal Creek Co-op

UNCW Art Department

Folk's Cafe

Jengo's Playhouse

or they can be mailed to: 2067 Harrison Street, Wilmington, NC 28401

This venture will be made possible through cooperation, collaboration, and PEOPLE HELPING PEOPLE. I appreciate your support of the arts in Wilmington. I look forward to seeing you there.

Sincerely, Dixon Stetler

Dixonstetler@gmail.com

Nature Wars by Abby Spangel Perry- a small group of paintings with a big story

Nature Wars by Abby Spangel Perry is a small group of paintings with a big story. It is a cautionary tale that speaks to our current relationship with the environment. What unfolds through a series of children’s story book style images is a visual account of the abuses against nature experienced through the eyes of a few little bunnies and their choice to stand up to the rats that are at the bottom of the situation. These bunnies face many of the same issues we as a society experience every day. In the end, we all must “draw our own conclusions” and through an interactive piece viewers of Nature Wars are asked to do just that. What solution do you have to offer?
Nature Wars is a series of mixed media drawings/paintings, sound, and interactive art.

The show is the direct result of the luxury of studio space provided through a 2008-2009 NC Arts Council Regional Artist Grant.
Opening reception with the artist: Friday November 6, 7-9pm

Exhibition on view: November 5 through December 13th, 2009