Show at Playland-Not-at-the Beach April 24th
Posted on March 27, 2009
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I am happy to announce that I will be participating in “The Art of Amusement” at Playland-Not-At-The-Beach.
Opening Reception: Friday, April 24, 2009, 5-9pm
10979 San Pablo Ave. El Cerrito, CA 94530
510.232.4264 ext. 25
“The Art of Amusement,” Playland-Not-At-The-Beach’s first art show, will feature artists and artwork that reflect the subjects that drove the creation of our Museum of Fun: circuses, sideshows, carnivals, magic, monsters and so much more. Throughout the ages artists have relished creating paintings, murals and sculptures related to these subjects. It must be something about the bright colors, the sense of joy and excitement and slight danger that draws people’s attention. The Circus and Sideshow appeal to a specialized audience who cannot deny the draw of the grand spectacle and distorted figures existing in a strange, shadowy world. For this show, we are proud to display a wide range of artists’ works that exemplify the Art of Amusement.
Each of the artists participating in the show holds a special significance for us, whether their subject matter so precisely lines up with our passions or they’ve been one of the hundreds of people to physically shape our museum. In addition to the great works featured in this special show, be sure to check out the thousands of other artifacts and pieces of art that fill our museum everyday.
Come join us on Friday, April 24th from 6:00 to 9:00 pm for an opening reception in the Midway section of our museum. The opening night is free to attend, and admission to the rest of the museum on Friday night will be reduced to $10 for this special event. Snacks and drinks will be served. The art exhibit will be on view Saturday and Sunday, and regular admission prices will prevail ($15 for adults, $10 for youths and seniors).
Playland-Not-at-the-Beach is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit Museum of Fun. Designed and built entirely by volunteers, the 20+ interactive exhibits celebrate the magic and history of America’s bygone amusements — circuses, carnivals, magic, sides shows, penny arcades, amusement devices, pinball arcades, haunted houses, and beautiful art everywhere. Our goal is to educate newer generations about the bygone days and allow those who remember Whitney’s Playland and the Sutro Baths the opportunity to recapture the glorious sights and sounds of that marvelous era.
Artist that will be featured for the Show:Lena Reynoso,Garret Bock,Schuyler Robertson,Alyssa Glass,Roman Muradov,Mary Patterson,Charlie Moran,Slimm Buick,Bucky Barnes, and Mylette Welch.
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