From VSA Arts:VSA arts will introduce the work of sixteen artists with disabilities in Booth #1601 on Pier 94, from March 5-8 in New York City. The Armory Show has been the world's leading art fair devoted exclusively to contemporary art since its introduction in 1999. By showcasing work that is heavily influenced by the disability experience, as well as artists who are included in established movements such as Outsider Art, VSA arts endeavors to position the work of artists with disabilities within a greater context.
Highlights include: Emily Eifler's whimsical fabric sculptures are reminiscent of costuming, exploring boundaries in objects that are derived from the body (pictured). Eifler, who has a progressive neurological disorder resulting in limited mobility, uses her work to examine biological forms in an effort to exert control. She uses soft, easily manipulated forms that conjure childlike, Seussian daydreams.
Ken Morgan's exhibition history spans three decades, with solo and group shows all over the country. His minimalistic drawings are indicative of larger art world trends. In 2007, Morgan had to reclaim art and embrace technology after a stroke. Morgan's work creates safe havens, mindscapes, places to play, and momentary impossible realities.
Ken Morgan's exhibition history spans three decades, with solo and group shows all over the country. His minimalistic drawings are indicative of larger art world trends. In 2007, Morgan had to reclaim art and embrace technology after a stroke. Morgan's work creates safe havens, mindscapes, places to play, and momentary impossible realities.
Linda Carmella Sibio concentrates on painting and drawing, creating both large-scale works and intimate pieces. In the mid-'80s, Sibio began to practice interdisciplinary work, combining her visual imagery with performance. The themes of her work originate from difficult issues such as homelessness, mental illness, suicide, and mass murder.
Additional exhibiting artists:Lanham Bundy of Providence, Rhode Island; Caleb Charland of Brewer, Maine; Busser Howell of New York City; Sophie Kahn of Brooklyn; Lihua Lei of Solon, Maine; Ryan McDonnell of Northampton, Massachusetts; Eric McGehearty of Lewisville, Texas; Coralina Meyer of Brooklyn; Katie Miller of Parkton, Maryland; Mark C. Parsons of Brooklyn; Gordon Sasaki of New York; Ricky Subritzky of Australia; and Mare Vaccaro of Brooklyn.
Additional exhibiting artists:Lanham Bundy of Providence, Rhode Island; Caleb Charland of Brewer, Maine; Busser Howell of New York City; Sophie Kahn of Brooklyn; Lihua Lei of Solon, Maine; Ryan McDonnell of Northampton, Massachusetts; Eric McGehearty of Lewisville, Texas; Coralina Meyer of Brooklyn; Katie Miller of Parkton, Maryland; Mark C. Parsons of Brooklyn; Gordon Sasaki of New York; Ricky Subritzky of Australia; and Mare Vaccaro of Brooklyn.
The Armory Show - The International Fair of New Art takes place from March 5-8, 2008, at Pier 94 on the Hudson River (Twelfth Avenue at 55th Street), New York. For ticketing and additional information visit: www.thearmoryshow.com.
