Thanks to a reader for sending:
“Check out the new metal art behind the old turret and wall where the new Harris Teeter [opening Oct. 1st] is located [1212 4th Street, SE]. I like how it pays homage to the workers from the Navy Yard of old.”
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From an email:
“A dash of Iron-Chef with a hint of Project Runway, SCRAP DC presents Rebel Craft Rumble, a live crafting competition, on Saturday, September 27th, 7pm at Columbia Heights’ rowdiest hub, St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church . Four teams will take on creative reuse challenges and compete for the Extreme Ultimate Supreme Craft Master title:
Craftaholics Anonymous: Liz Balchin and Alex Chaikin
Harry Wardman’s Rust Wranglers: James Kerns and Noah David
Team Radish: Melina Rauskolb and Laura Bill
Tomato & Asparagus: ChristieLyn Diller and Jill Weaverling
Teams will be judged by the retro and whimsical Artist and Illustrator, Claudine Hellmuth, and DC Ward 5 Councilmember, Kenyan McDuffie. Hosted by improv master, Stanley Seiden, and supported by DC Lady Arm Wrestlers, this event is the first of what will surely become DC tradition. Early bird tickets are $10 through September 21, regular tickets at $15 and are available at online at scrapdcrcr.
@CarolineBehr tweets us:
“Did BK Adams strike again on #HStreetNE? between 3rd and 4th. BK Adams had installed a chair on a pole in the same park about a year ago. and by park I mean vacant lot.”
“Dear PoPville,
I think a local artist was either robbed, or their entire car was stolen, and it looks like the crooks dumped his or her work in our alley on the Hill. Lots of maps, some framed, like the one shown in the photo, all titled “Inside the Beltway” and then numerous painted works on small pieces of wood. Looks like Eastern Market vendor type work, but don’t recognize it. I’ve included a photo of the signature on the maps if anyone recognizes it. Hoping to get these back to the artist before they’re wrecked.
Anyone who knows who these may belong to can email me at hillresident123(at)gmail.com”
1832 14th Street, NW
A liquor license placard has gone up for the space above Floors on 14th next to the new Amsterdam Falafel on 14th Street:
“Art Soiree House
Multi-Purpose Facility with Arts, Photo exhibits, Jazz and Piano music. Light snacks will be provided such as hummus, pita bread and light hors d’oeuvres.”
Very excited to learn more about this! Back in the day this space was once planned for a spot called Local 14 and more recently was once a planned pizza restaurant by Edan Macquaid but has been vacant for years. It’s on 14th Street just south of T Street:
Photo courtesy ArtJamz
From a press release:
“Washington DC-based paint and sip startup ArtJamz® is expanding and will open its second location this coming fall at The Arts Walk at Monroe Street Market. The ArtJamz Brookland Studio will occupy the corner unit of Studio 24 in Bozzuto’s new mixed use development immediately adjacent to the Brookland-CUA metro station. (more…)
1612 K Street, NW
We’ve admired this building a few times especially when the side sculptures were refreshed a couple years back but I can’t believe I never noticed the entryway before – it is spectacular:
Thanks to the artist for sending:
“Recently,my kids and I made the Reno Rd. and Fessenden traffic box into a model of the empire state building.”
Awesome.
2204 Rhode Island Avenue, NE
From an email:
“Artists Off-Rhode
The Art of Ward 5 at Off-Rhode Gallery, Washington, DC
July 12, 2014 through August 1, 2014
Opening Reception Saturday July 12th 1-4pm
Reception is open to the public and free of charge.
The creative climate in Ward 5 is growing. Recent developments in the arts include the opening of the Monroe Street and Off the Beaten Track Studios with the area ripe for continued growth from artists of all disciplines.
Join the Off-Rhode Gallery in celebrating community and the creative forces fueling our area’s development and see new work from a sampling of the artists found in Ward 5. Art Enables will be opening up their studio for the day to let you try your hand at painting and drawing to inspire more artists in Ward 5.
Events include:
Opening: Saturday, July 12, 1-4 pm: Meet the artists reception with sponsorship by &Pizza
Free Community Arts Workshop: Saturday, July 12, 1-4 pm: Art Enables hosts a free Second Saturday workshop every month and invites participants of all ages and abilities to join us for an open studio in July. A variety of different mediums will be available to try out!
All events are open to the public and free of charge.
Off Rhode Gallery at Art Enables
2204 Rhode Island Ave NE”
Photo courtesy CityCenterDC
From a press release:
“Hines and Qatari Diar, developers of CityCenterDC, unveiled The Gateway at CityCenter, a groundbreaking three-plane, 25-foot high, 50-foot wide, ultra-high resolution, digital art feature that will serve as a focal point of CityCenterDC, the 10-acre mixed-use development located in the heart of the Nation’s Capital that is being transformed into a vibrant blend of residences, offices, shopping, restaurants, hotel and park.
Created by media artist David Niles, this cinematic digital art piece offers a dynamic visual experience that greets visitors entering CityCenterDC. The one-of-its kind feature will serve as a centerpiece of a coordinated open public space initiative that CityCenterDC brings to the community, which includes parks and green space throughout the development, along with engaging seasonal entertainment and programming.
The ultra-high resolution screens are fed by a content delivery system with artificial intelligence to generate short animated vignettes culled from a collection of original computer generated imagery (CGI) and live action. The high-definition static and moving images were shot exclusively by Niles Creative Group with five core themes: dance, architecture, illusion, space and water. The kinetic feature employs the next generation of LED technology to deliver stunning 3-D like images and its skillful integration of the horizontal ceiling display, coupled with the side-wall displays, creates an immersive, holistic impression for viewers.
The imagery selection is ever-changing and completely non-promotional, without ads or commercials. It includes everything from whimsical dancers to picturesque natural scenery and unique views taken from famous local landmarks such as the Lincoln and Jefferson Memorials. The content also can be customized to celebrate holiday and seasonal events throughout the year and are complemented by soft atmospheric music designed to enhance but not overpower the visuals.
The waterproof and energy-efficient screens will be active from 8:00 am to 11:00 pm daily; however, the state-of-the-art intelligence system is calibrated to create images that adhere to the “rhythm of the day,” with more vivid displays and activity during daylight hours and a more subdued tone in the evening. The screen views are also designed and programmed to not affect the retail tenants and residents of CityCenterDC.”