Jason Covert’s CARNIVORA Opens September 16, 2010
New York, NY – August 31, 2010 – (RealEstateRama) — +aRt, a new condominium development in the heart of West Chelsea’s art district, Chashama, an organization that transforms donated retail storefronts in New York City into art exhibitions, and Cannery Works, a non-profit arts catalyst in support of debut projects, have partnered to present a new two-part art exhibition series this fall, beginning with Jason Covert’s CARNIVORA which opens to the public on September 16.
As per the partnership agreement, Ekstein Development, the developers behind +aRt, donated 1,800 square feet of ground floor retail space to Chashama for the two-part event series. Since 1995, Chashama (www.chashama.org) has supported thriving cultural communities by transforming temporarily vacant properties into spaces where art can flourish. The second exhibit is slated to open at +aRt on October 22.
CARNIVORA, which will run from September 16 – October 8, is the world debut of Cannery Works’ featured visual artist Jason Covert in a cross-disciplinary exhibition of photography, illustration, sculpture, painted works, ceremonial artifacts and robes, poetry and literature, and jewelry, as well as original musical compositions – all inspired by newly translated myth fragments from a Proto-Eskimo culture discovered north of Siorapaluk, Greenland in 2004.
“We were thrilled to receive the donated retail space at +aRt and are pleased to work with Cannery Works to present the world debut of Jason Covert’s new exhibit,” said Anita Durst, founder and president of Chashama. “The building’s location, in the heart of West Chelsea’s art district, is perfect for CARNIVORA and this presents a great opportunity for the artist to reach a wider audience.”
The exhibit is located in +aRt’s retail space at 540 West 28th Street between 10th and 11th Avenues. There will be a representative for the artist on hand at the gallery for the exhibit’s full run during all hours of operation (Tuesday – Saturday from 11am – 6pm) and Jason Covert will be available for appointments during this time. For more information about the artist and exhibition, please visit: http://www.jasoncovert.com/carnivora and email contact (at) jasoncovert (dot) com for appointments.
According to Erik Ekstein, principal of Ekstein Development, “+aRt was developed as an artistically inspired residence, so having a gallery located in our retail space is the perfect complement to our residential building. It will provide a new, exciting exhibit to our neighbors and the greater art community of New York City.”
Ekstein Development worked with Chashama, Cannery Works and the artist to custom-fit the retail space, including installation of lighting and other features, to create an optimal gallery space. +aRt (www.540w28.com) was built in deference to the artistic narrative of Chelsea’s most important artists, architects, and poets. The 13-story new construction building is being exclusively marketed and sold by Halstead Property Development Marketing and will feature 91 artfully designed condominiums when construction is completed in September 2010.
CARNIVORA EXHIBIT DETAILS:
Exhibition Dates: September 16 – October 8, 2010
Operating Hours: Tuesday – Saturday: 11am–6 pm
Location: +aRt – 540 West 28th Street, between 10th and 11th Avenues
EVENTS:
September 16: Opening Night Events
4-6 pm – Press Preview
6-8 pm – Reception
8-10 pm – CD Listening Party
*Light refreshments will be served
September 25: 11-2 pm Artist Brunch and Q&A with Ann Landi, contributing editor of
ARTnews
October 7: 7-10 pm Closing Night Party
Admission to Special Events: Free of Charge
RSVP for Events is Required: alyssa (at) mediashoppr (dot) com
**IMAGES AND INTERVIEWS AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST**
For more information, please contact Nicole Amato by email at nicole (at) mediashoppr (dot) com or by phone at (212) 867-8778 x226.
Artist Bio:
In 1974, Jason Covert was born on the peninsula known as Cape Cod between a harbor and a marsh. Schooled at Connecticut College, graduating with a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree, Covert worked for a time with the controversial Massachusetts based artist Barre Pinske. After traveling the world, Covert landed in New York City (2000) and currently resides in Brooklyn. His work is found in many private collections. For more information, please visit: www.jasoncovert.com.
About +aRt:
Set in the heart of West Chelsea, +aRt is located at 540 West 28th Street. The 13-story new construction building will feature 91 artfully designed condominium residences that range in price from $490,000 – $2,300,000 and qualify for the city’s 421-A tax abatement program. +aRt is being developed by Ekstein Development, L&M Development Partners and RD Management and will be exclusively marketed and sold by Halstead Property Development Marketing. For more information, please visit: http://www.540W28.com.
About Cannery Works:
Cannery Works provides a springboard to launch the next wave of vital 21st century artists. Offering customized support for signature projects, Cannery Works nurtures early career artists and introduces their work to a wider audience. 1% of all monies related to CARNIVORA benefits The National MS Society. For more information please visit: www.canneryworks.org.
About Chashama:
Since 1995, Chashama has championed the movement to repurpose vacant properties in New York City; recycling them as artist studios, galleries, theaters, performance and experimental presentation venues, while simultaneously invigorating the surrounding community with an influx of innovative programs, culture, creativity and commerce. For more information please visit: www.chashama.org.
