This weekend’s happenings are all about about art, high and low.
Friday December 4, 2009
First Fridays at The Modern 6:30PM – 8:30PM
Come enjoy the last First Friday of the year at The Modern Art Museum. Check out the current Susan Rothenburg exhibit. Then enjoy a Jingle My Bell specialty cocktail while listening to Mike Price and Sumter Bruton. Reserve dinner at the beautiful Cafe Modern by calling 817.840.2174.
Friday December 4, 2009
William Campbell Contemporary Art Gallery 5PM – 8PM
Opening of Billy Hassell-Tangle and 35th Anniversary Celebration
Celebarate with The William Campbell Gallery as they mark their 35th year contributing to the arts scene in Fort Worth.
It is also the opening of their new exhibit featuring the works of Billy Hassell-Tangle. 4935 Byers Avenue, Fort Worth 76107.
Saturday December 5, 2009
Thrift Art Gallery Show and Auction, 2009
8PM – 2AM
207 East Broadway Avenue
On the other end of the art spectrum, check out the annual Thrift Art Gallery Show and Auction. This guerilla art event/installation/happening questions what exactly art is and its value – the answer usually lies hidden in a velvet cat painting.
This event is put on by local artist Chris Blay. He collects and curates pieces of thrifted art then slates them for auction beginning at .50 a piece. The pieces get titled appropriately and sometimes are given an interesting backstory. Proceeds go to fund next years show.
Bring cash and don’t be surprised when the bidding starts to get fierce. If you’d like a “beverage”, the event is BYOB. dj Lo-Rez will be providing the music. This years event will be held in a warehouse, in true underground indie art style, bring a coat.
More details can be found on the Thrift Art Gallery Show and Auction Facebook event page and make friends with Thrift Art on Facebook where you can preview the pieces up for auction.
