In NY City for the Armory Art Fair and beyond.
On January 9, 2015, the Garment District Alliance unveiled Avian Avatars, a group of five enormous sculptures, each symbolizing a unique, mythical bird. Designed by the Myth Makers, Donna Dodson and Andy Moerlein, the exhibit will occupy the neighborhood’s pedestrian space on Broadway from 36th to 41st Streets in the Garment District through April 24, 2015. Their next free and open to the public walking tour is on Saturday March 7th @ 10am during Armory Week. Meet up at The Coffee Bean + Tea Leaf- 1412 Broadway.
RSVP to themythmakersblog@gmail.com
“Avian
Avatars is a spectacular installation that not only intrigues passersby
with its impeccable structure, it also tells fascinating stories that
embody the imaginative and creative culture of the Garment District,”
said Barbara Blair Randall, president of the Garment District Alliance.
“We are delighted to showcase the Myth Makers, and we are confident
these imposing sculptures will be the most popular public art
installation in New York City this winter.”Crafted from maple saplings, wire ties and found objects, the sculptures stand from 18 to 26 feet tall, with each bird sharing a unique myth. Avian Avatars is meant to indicate transformation, encouraging the public to heed to the stories about current human impact on the changing natural world.
To celebrate this momentous flocking of Avian Avatars in New York City, Harlow is proud to share “Love Birds” Paired Sculptors: The Myth Makers | Donna Dodson and Andy Moerlein.The Myth Makers are each showing their uniquely individual works in the main dining room at Harlow through the end of March.
This
show of fine woodcarving will present stories of grand relationships
and tender moments. If you have not seen the Avian Avatars on public
view along Broadway – please do! And once you have, come to Harlow and
enjoy the intimate work Dodson and Moerlein individually create in their studios.
Unison, 20" tall, wood, ceramic "birds" paint. by Andy Moerlein
Unison, 20" tall, wood, ceramic "birds" paint. by Andy Moerlein
The collective spirit brings us together. A similar point of view can be useful to reaching a shared ambition for the world.
White Stork, 39" tall, wood, paint by Donna Dodson
White Stork brings the baby in her tummy instead of her beak. She is both a celebration of fertility and motherhood as well as a subversion of the popular myth of the baby bringer.
White Stork brings the baby in her tummy instead of her beak. She is both a celebration of fertility and motherhood as well as a subversion of the popular myth of the baby bringer.
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PHONE:
212.935.6600
EMAIL:
info@harlownyc.com
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For up to date press coverage: Luciana Iten covered the story on her blog, Jan 6, 2015. WWD, DNA Info and Fox News covered this story on January 9, 2015. Artlog covered this story on January 16, 2015. As Muge blog covered this story on January 21, 2015. This Week in New York covered this story on February 10th. The Hippo Press covered this story on February 12, 2015.
Thank you!
-The Myth Makers, Donna Dodson & Andy Moerlein
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