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Getting to Know You: Artwork by the New Members of Atlantic Works

“It's a very ancient saying but a true and honest thought that if you become a teacher by your pupils you'll be taught.”

The newest members of Atlantic works invite you to join them for tea, light refreshments and a civilized introduction to their art. Fancy dress encouraged though not required.

Artists:
X Bonnie Woods
Diane Teubner
George Shaw
John Kennard
Marjorie Kaye
Branden Harrington
Kristen Freitas
Nick Di Stefano
Stephanie Arnett

Exhibition dates: March 8–30th 2013
Opening Reception & Tea Party:  Friday, March 8, 6-9pm
Artist Talk: Thursday, March 21, 6-9pm
Gallery hours: Fridays and Saturdays, 2-6pm

ATLANTIC WORKS GALLERY is East Boston’s Collaborative Space for Art and Ideas. Established in 2003, it is a member-operated gallery located on the top floor of 80 Border Street on the waterfront. It is T accessible (Maverick stop on the Blue Line) and ample parking.

Press contact: For more information or to schedule a private press viewing, please contact Stephanie Arnett at steph@stephaniearnett.com or 617-388-6250.

Opening Night - "Just Another Fag"

A gay artist reflects on New England’s changing views about homos.

Photography, video, dioramas and conceptual art by Eric Hess

“In 1990 on my first day of work at MTV, I heard three homophobic remarks, so I knew I could not be myself at work. When I came out to my family, they feared for my safety, happiness and future. Yet in 2013, to me living ‘out’ is as ordinary as brushing my teeth.”

As a 46-year old queer man, Eric Hess has lived through a sea change in societal attitudes towards gays. After decades of activists chanting, “We’re here, we’re queer, get used to us,” it appears that Americans have indeed gotten used to queers. At least in New England, for many the queer lifestyle is part of the new norm. For many, it still isn’t. However, the ramifications of first being part of a detested minority and then being part of an accepted minority profoundly affect how queers think of themselves and function within the world. 

In “Just Another Fag,” Hess explores this huge cultural shift with photography, video, dioramas and conceptual art.

Exhibition dates: February 8-23, 2013
DJ Party Opening Reception: Saturday Feb. 9, 6–9PM, music by DJ Dylan Jones
3rd Thursday Party: Feb. 21, 6–9pm, come dressed as your favorite gay!
Gallery hours: Fridays and Saturdays, 2-6pm

ATLANTIC WORKS GALLERY is East Boston’s Collaborative Space for Art and Ideas. Established in 2003, it is a member-operated gallery located on the top floor of 80 Border Street on the waterfront. It is Taccessible (Maverick stop on the Blue Line) and there is usually ample parking.

Press contact: For more information or to schedule a private press viewing, contact Eric Hess (erichessphoto@gmail.com) at 617-549-4911.

+Opening Night Celebration+ The Song Remains the Same

Yankee Swap provided much entertainment

There were so many people I did not have much room to photograph artwork

Stephanie, Charlene with Matt and Nick in the background. We were packed in...

Anna's Birthday kiss from Bo

Mitch Kasha and Anna. Kasha was the recipient of a beautiful yankee swap gift

Justin with yankee swap package.

Mitch created the concept for our show. It's also burning man celebration night. Mitch is properly adorned for the event.

Artwork by Mitch Ahern

Hey - there's Eric Hess

All Photographs by Mark Natale (copyleft - 2013)

The Song Remains the Same

Atlantic Works group show of art born of music

Music is a mind-altering tool as strong as any drug. Since many artists get ideas from other media and most visual artists listen to music when they work, Atlantic Works has launched a group show that celebrates art made under the influence of music.

These pieces raise the question, how can ideas raised by one art form find resolution in another? The exchange is lively and fun and it shows how profoundly art and artists reflect our time and our culture.

Exhibition dates: January 11–26, 2013 DJ Party Opening Reception: Thursday, January 17, 6-9pm Gallery hours: Fridays and Saturdays, 2-6pm

ATLANTIC WORKS GALLERY is East Boston’s Collaborative Space for Art and Ideas. Established in 2003, it is a member-operated gallery located on the top floor of 80 Border Street on the waterfront. It is T- accessible (Maverick stop on the Blue Line) and there is usually ample parking. For detailed directions, information about members, future shows, etc., please see atlanticworks.org.

Press contact: For more information or to schedule a private press viewing, contact Mitchel Ahern (mitchelka@mitchelka.com) at 508-397-1482.