Lucky Gallery » Summer 2009 Events

“Honey I Shrunk Red Hook” Closing Reception, August 29, 6-10 PM

admin — Sat, 01 Aug 2009 00:37:32 +0000

On Saturday, August 29, from 6-10 PM, in Lucky Gallery there will be a closing reception for “Honey I Shrunk Red Hook” in which a short film will be projected outside the gallery featuring highlights from the opening, the exhibition and interviews. The photorealistic dolls of Red Hook inhabitants will be given to their rightful owners and there will be live music from local musicians. Food and drink will be provided.

Come and say good bye to the little Red Hook in the big Red Hook and bid farewell to artists Luis Blackaller and Andy Cavatorta.

Red Hook Tales, August 16, 1-6 PM

admin — Fri, 31 Jul 2009 23:33:10 +0000

On Sunday, August 16, from 1-6 PM, a small living room will be set up on the sidewalk in front of Lucky Gallery and people will be invited for interviews which will be video taped. The public is invited to share their feelings, memories and stories about Red Hook. A selection of the material collected will be projected outside of Lucky Gallery during the closing reception, August 29 6-10PM.

Come to Lucky Gallery for this special Lucky Sunday event and share your best Red Hook Tale. Food and Drink will be provided.

Low-Tech Alternative Photo Techniques Workshop

admin — Tue, 14 Jul 2009 19:36:52 +0000

Daniel Madri, featured artist for Art and Sustainability month at Lucky Gallery, will be hosting Low-Tech Alternative Photo Techniques Workshop at Lucky Gallery on Sunday, July 12, 2-4pm.

This workshop will include techniques to transfer images onto paper, fabric and three dimensional surfaces. It will include Polaroid Transfers using a Polaroid slide printer, Polaroid lifts, cyanotypes, various types of xerox solvent transfers and inkjet lazertran transfers onto paper, glass, and metal. People are encouraged to bring their own images (slides, polaroid, or photocopies), equipment (polaroid cameras loaded with Polaroid 669 film) and materials (watercolor paper, fabric, or 3 dimensions object either ceramic, glass or metal).

Daniel Madri works as a carpenter and general contractor in Boston, MA. He makes furniture and assemblages out of the debris he finds on work sites. Daniel will be featuring pieces that have been inspired by the movie “Jaws” and some furniture.

Lucky Gallery is very excited to have Daniel’s work in the gallery and to have him host this workshop as part of the series of Lucky Sundays.

A suggested donation of $5 would help cover the costs of materials. There will be food and drink at this event.

Lilian Asterfield is throwing a “Tie” Party

admin — Tue, 30 Jun 2009 18:01:08 +0000

Neckties aren’t just for suits any more so bring in your favorite neckties and let Nicole Deponte transform them into a “lilian asterfield”, a one of a kind, upcycled: neck kerchief, triple ruffled neck kerchief or sherlock ascot. Samples of the event designs are available at luckygallery.com. Take a peak and see which design best fits your foxy style.

“Be bold, be beautiful, be eco-fabulous, be refashioned!”

Nicole Deponte will be hosting her Lucky Sunday, at Lucky Gallery on August 2, 4-6 p.m. Food and drink will be provided.

Ivy Glass ECO+ Couture Trunk Show

admin — Sun, 28 Jun 2009 00:20:20 +0000

Ivy Glass ECOcouture

Reincarnated, unwanted garments made into one of a kind clothing and accessories.

Ivy’s inspiration starts with a single abondoned article of clothing that she transforms. Some reconstructed items include sweaters, jeans, t-shirts, and windbreaker jackets. These are made into products such as gloves, hats, neckwarmers, skirts, dresses and baby blankets.

See the ECOuture process on display at Lucky gallery from June 11 to August 2.

Ivy Glass will be hosting her Lucky Sunday, at Lucky Gallery on July 26, 2-5 PM with an exclusive trunk show. Participate in Ivy’s RE-Purpose Program – bring in your own article of clothing for a consultation on it’s new purpose in your wardrobe. Food and Drink will be provided.

Analog Showcase and Show + Tell, June 14, 4-6 pm at Lucky Gallery

admin — Tue, 26 May 2009 19:22:13 +0000

Lomography Lubitel 166+ Kit

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Lucky Gallery and Dijital Fix, located in Williamsburg, will be hosting an Analog Showcase and Show + Tell, on June 14, from 4-6 pm.

David Auerbach, owner of Dijital Fix, will be demonstrating a selection of cameras (many of the cameras are made by Lomography) and accessories – such as the Diana, Holga, LC-A+, Fisheye, and even a Lubitel, all available at his store in Williamsburg. Dijital Fix combines fashion, design, and electronics in one environment.

This event is part of a series of Sunday events called Lucky Sundays, hosted by Lucky Gallery. Every artist that works with Lucky Gallery participates, and food and drink are provided. It is a great opportunity to meet the artist and gain insight of his/her work and technique. Lucky Sundays is how Lucky Gallery artists interact with the community, through performance, workshops, and talks.

Lomography Diana+F

Analog Showcase and Show + Tell is associated with 5″ x 5″ @ $5, an exhibition at Lucky Gallery featuring photos taken by Laura Arena with her plastic camera on voyages near and far. This exhibition, 5″ x 5″ @ $5, opens May 30th, with an Open House Celebration, May 30, 6-9 and will be open for the month of June.

Come join us and learn about the latest Lomography equipment and accessories, and after the showcase bring your work to share for our Show + Tell.

For more information about Dijital Fix, or for a sneak preview of the showcase visit www.dijitalfix.com or email info@dijitalfix.com.

Lucky Gallery is located in Red Hook, 176 Richards Street, Brooklyn, NY. 11231

The suggested donation for this event is $5.00.