Reflecting on Art Expo New York

Image Courtesy of Olga Ayala

Reflecting on Art Expo New York

From April 14th through the 17th, I participated in Art Expo New York on Pier 94. It was my first time being part of an exhibition of this scale and having my own booth to display my work. I lucked out by getting a corner booth close to the cafe, lecture series area and this beautiful Buggatti car by Delahaye!

Bugnauty car by Delahaye USA

I've worked trade shows before from the production side but it was quite a different experience being an exhibitor. Thankfully my mother was there to help man the booth with me. Especially as I lost my voice on the final day. Here are some photos from the event.

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Arawak Zen

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Awakenings

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Sophia

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Duende

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Sunset Warrior

Andino Styles Print Display at Art Expo New York

Me with fellow artist Amy Ishida who was also displaying work at the Art Expo. Her skirt is designed with her art!

Me with fellow artist Gia Gutierrez who bought one of my prints!

Group shot with my brother, his wife and one of my oldest friends on the final day

I thank my mother for all the support that she gave me in participating in, as well as the set up/ break down for this show. I also would like to thank my family, friends and my mother's friends for coming out to support. Lastly, I would like to thank those that shared the event with their network and John Petrick for including me in his post about New Jersey artists exhibiting. Until next time!

~ Nia Andino~

Live Painting for the Opening of PS109 Artspace

Live Painting for the Opening of PS109 Artspace

On September 26th, PS109 Artspace opened their doors to the public for the first time. The former school was converted to a gallery space and affordable living space for artists of different disciplines with a commitment to the neighborhood of el barrio. The grand opening featured open studios for all of its residents, along with an exhibition in the gallery space and live painting and performances in its outdoor areas.

The weather was bright and sunny, as I painted with 5 artists on the front lawn. Our live painting was the idea of PS109 resident Gia Gutierrez. We represented her monthly curated live painting event called El Barrio Pinta  which takes place at the local bar Camaradas, affectionately nicknamed the Puerto Rican Cheers.

Throughout the open house, there was live music, poetry, dancing and performances that represented various cultures in support of the new arts hub.

And here is an end of day shot of our paintings. From left to right are the works of Nelson Host Santiago, Yazmeen Collazo, Ralph Serrano, Murj Holmes, Nia Andino and Jay Cashedinn.

~ Nia Andino ~

Photography by: Carlos David