Hang on… there are a couple more events coming our way this weekend including the Saturday Artisan Market at the Central Wharf and Art Alive at the Albright-Knox. It always amazes me just how much work goes into every Art Alive piece. If you’ve never taken the time to attend Art Alive, it’s worth the trip in so many ways. First of all, the spirit of the event is remarkable. Then there’s the impressive amount of planning and effort that goes into each interactive work. Finally, there’s the live component that the members of the respective installations must fulfill. This is no easy task, but the results are astounding. There is still one more piece of the artistic puzzle that makes each of the works of art shine, and that’s you the observer. It’s up to you to come out and support the efforts of all of those who spend the time and energy to pull off such awesome accomplishments.
From Art Alive:
What: Thousands are expected to join in the excitement as famous works of art come to life during the Albright-Knox Art Gallery’s fifteenth annual Art Alive: A Living Art Contest, scheduled for Saturday, June 2, from noon to 2 pm. The exhibition will come alive on the Gallery Grounds across from Delaware Park. Art Alive is free, and open to the public, and will include music and activities for families.
Who: Thousands are expected to join in the excitement as famous works of art come to life during the Albright-Knox Art Gallery’s fifteenth annual Art Alive: A Living Art Contest, scheduled for Saturday, June 2, from noon to 2 pm. The exhibition will come alive on the Gallery Grounds across from Delaware Park. Art Alive is free, and open to the public, and will include music and activities for families. Students from over 20 are schools and local groups will be recreating famous works of art.
When: This Saturday, June 2, from noon to 2 pm.
Where: Albright-Knox Art Gallery 1285 Elmwood Avenue Buffalo, NY 14222
Background: Fun for everyone! Each year, Art Alive attracts dozens of entrants and thousands of spectators. Participants, largely from area schools participating in the Art’scool program, reproduce famous works of art in the most creative ways; some spend several months building and preparing their entries. The stunning interpretations involve people, props, and even music. Adults, families, and artists also participate. Entrants compete for more than $1,000 in cash prizes. The Art’scool program for arts in education, and Art Alive are presented by BlueCross BlueShield of Western New York.