Features and programming at the Affordable Art Fair New York Spring 2017
Workshops
This spring, fair visitors can participate in immersive workshops to learn about art, experience the wondrous effects of creative expression, and support our Official Non-Profit Partner, The Art Therapy Project. All workshop ticket revenue will be donated from Affordable Art Fair NYC to The Art Therapy Project.
Colorful Cocktail Hour
Thursday 30 March, 7 – 8pm
Adult coloring books have exhibited stress-relieving side-effects for busy New Yorkers. Not only can a little pencil to paper help relieve lingering worries after a long work week, but it’s also fun! Join us to learn tips from a leading contemporary illustrator, relax by coloring and sipping adult refreshments all while supporting The Art Therapy Project. Located in The Workshop Lounge on the PINK Level.
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Pinot & Paint
Friday 31 March, 7 – 8pm
Picasso once said, “Painting is just another way of keeping a diary.” Affordable Art Fair NYC knows how he feels because we’ve seen how art can truly make you #ArtHappy. Enjoy a glass of wine and explore your inner Picasso all while supporting The Art Therapy Project. Located in The Workshop Lounge on the PINK Level.
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Kid’s Collage
Saturday 1 April, 11.30 – 12.30pm
Each edition, Affordable Art Fair NYC welcomes parents and their children to advance their creative sides with fun activities led by exhibiting artists. Join us and let your little artist create their next masterpiece with different papers, colors and textures all while supporting The Art Therapy Project. Located in The Workshop Lounge on the PINK Level. The workshop is open to kids aged 12 and under.
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When I Grow-up Self-Portrait
Sunday 2 April, 11.30 – 12.30pm
Affordable Art Fair NYC welcomes parents and their children to advance their creative sides with fun activities led by exhibiting artists. Join us to see how your growing artist envisions their future self all while supporting The Art Therapy Project. Located in The Workshop Lounge on the PINK Level. The workshop is open to kids aged 12 and under.
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Talks and Tours
Affordable Art Fair NYC is excited to welcome a returning partner, Christie’s Education to provide you with fresh ways to explore the fair. This spring, Christie’s Education will feature special tours and an exciting panel discussion, all of which are complimentary, so mark your calendars now!
The Future Is Female | Group Tour led by Christie’s Education*
Saturday 1 April, starts at 2pm
Half of the artists shown by our galleries are female, and we can’t wait to celebrate them! Discover and collect the female artists exhibiting at Affordable Art Fair NYC this spring.
Learning to Look & Collect | Panel Discussion led by Christie’s Education**
Saturday 1 April, starts at 6pm
Learn the merit of visual literacy and what to look for when collecting. In a panel discussion with Christie’s Education directors, explore the tools needed to become #ArtHappy as we start our own collections.
Process and Materials: Looking beyond the Surface | Group Tour led by Christie’s Education*
Sunday 2 April, starts at 2pm
Knowledge on the artistic process of an artwork can be invaluable to understanding its meaning. Join this tour and learn about the journey artists travel from beginning to end.
*Tour meeting point is by the box office. Tours will approximately last 30-45 minutes.
**Panel will take place on the Pink Level, adjacent to the cafe. Panel will last approximately 45-60 minutes.