2022 Holiday Party for Artists and Lovers
Cost
Where
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We’re throwing a party at The Invisible Dog for our artist alumni and NYC supporters! Since moving our annual Winter Benefit upstate, we’ve missed seeing our city friends, so this party is a chance for us—and you—to reunite with old Wassaic friends and flames. Tickets are $35, and include an open bar, heavy snacks (less than dinner, more than an appetizer) from Le Gamin, a DJ set from Azikiwe Mohammed (aka DJ Black Helmet), and commemorative pins!
We’re also honoring our first two Artist and Lover awardees at the event: Aisha Tandiwe Bell and Oshun Layne. Both are visionary culture-makers who have played an integral part in shaping the Wassaic Project over the past few years, and we can’t wait to celebrate them with all of you.
Only 200 tickets are available, so RSVP early! Spread the wooooord.
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Inspired by the fragmentation of our multiple identities, Aisha Tandiwe-Bell’s practice is committed to creating myth & ritual through sculpture, performance, video, sound, drawing and installation. Bell received a NYFA in Performance Art/Multidisciplinary Works and her work was exhibited in the 2017 Venice Biennial. She’s exhibited internationally and has been awarded several artist residencies and fellowships.
Tandiwe Bell is a two-time family resident in Wassaic and was featured in our 2020 Summer Exhibition, Now, more than ever, and All Out / All In.
Oshun Layne is the Executive Director at Dashboard. Born and reared in Brooklyn, NYC, Layne brings multicultural and multidisciplinary art forms to diverse populations. Prior to Dashboard, Oshun was the Director of Galleries for Rush Philanthropic Arts Foundation and Coordinator of Education Volunteers at the High Museum of Art in Atlanta. Oshun is currently pursuing a master’s degree in Urban Policy and Planning with an emphasis on Non-Profit Management at Hunter College.
Since 2017, Layne has worked with us as a Consulting Curator to cultivate fully-funded residency and exhibition opportunities for artists of color.
Party and award funding provided by:
Davidson Gallery
Debbie and Gerry Davis
Dutchess Ales
Hashimoto Contemporary
Kara and Simon Gerson
Janet and David Offensend
Susan Inglett Gallery
Interested in sponsoring next year’s party and awards? Email Eve!
2022 Holiday Party for Artists and Lovers
Cost
Where
When
Who
We’re throwing a party at The Invisible Dog for our artist alumni and NYC supporters! Since moving our annual Winter Benefit upstate, we’ve missed seeing our city friends, so this party is a chance for us—and you—to reunite with old Wassaic friends and flames. Tickets are $35, and include an open bar, heavy snacks (less than dinner, more than an appetizer) from Le Gamin, a DJ set from Azikiwe Mohammed (aka DJ Black Helmet), and commemorative pins!
We’re also honoring our first two Artist and Lover awardees at the event: Aisha Tandiwe Bell and Oshun Layne. Both are visionary culture-makers who have played an integral part in shaping the Wassaic Project over the past few years, and we can’t wait to celebrate them with all of you.
Only 200 tickets are available, so RSVP early! Spread the wooooord.
Inspired by the fragmentation of our multiple identities, Aisha Tandiwe-Bell’s practice is committed to creating myth & ritual through sculpture, performance, video, sound, drawing and installation. Bell received a NYFA in Performance Art/Multidisciplinary Works and her work was exhibited in the 2017 Venice Biennial. She’s exhibited internationally and has been awarded several artist residencies and fellowships.
Tandiwe Bell is a two-time family resident in Wassaic and was featured in our 2020 Summer Exhibition, Now, more than ever, and All Out / All In.
Oshun Layne is the Executive Director at Dashboard. Born and reared in Brooklyn, NYC, Layne brings multicultural and multidisciplinary art forms to diverse populations. Prior to Dashboard, Oshun was the Director of Galleries for Rush Philanthropic Arts Foundation and Coordinator of Education Volunteers at the High Museum of Art in Atlanta. Oshun is currently pursuing a master’s degree in Urban Policy and Planning with an emphasis on Non-Profit Management at Hunter College.
Since 2017, Layne has worked with us as a Consulting Curator to cultivate fully-funded residency and exhibition opportunities for artists of color.
Sponsorship Levels
Our Sponsors
Underwriters
Janet and David Offensend
Molly Gochman and Michael Armilio
Debbie Cooper and Dan Sternberg
DG Foundation
Robert Wilder
Lucy Commoner and Dick Berry
Jack and Dolly Geary
Damian and Jeanne Gutierrez
Julia and Jeff Kivitz
Studio DB
Courtney and Timothy Quinlan
Jillian Dunham & Michael Welt
Karen and David Zukowski
After Party Partners
Betsy & David Goldin
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+ The After Party
Revolution is in the air. Lights dim, decorum fades, and chants of “La Beauté Es Dans La Rue” rise. Join us and the Capricorn Dream Sound Machine for a late-night dance party, included with every benefit ticket.
Photos
Thanks for making our first-ever Holiday Party for Artists & Lovers a huge success! Find yourself below!
Party and award funding provided by:
Davidson Gallery
Debbie and Gerry Davis
Dutchess Ales
Hashimoto Contemporary
Kara and Simon Gerson
Janet and David Offensend
Susan Inglett Gallery
Interested in sponsoring next year’s party and awards? Email Eve!