THE END

Brew House Association Presents: The End, Friday, April 13 – Sunday, May 13 WHO: Distillery 6, Brew House Association WHEN: Opening Reception, Friday, April 13, 6 – 9pm WHERE: 2100 Mary St, Pittsburgh, PA 15203 (Pittsburgh, PA) The Brew House Association’s Distillery Program presents its year-end exhibition The End. This group show highlights the work of seven emerging local artists at the end of their eight-month residency. The End is the accumulation of new and ongoing creative developments in the work of the artists in the Distillery Program. Now in its sixth year, this program in contemporary practice yields varied approaches to making art within the culturally diverse landscape of Pittsburgh. The End showcases a rich collection of artists and their respective research at the culmination of their residency. The opening reception will be held on Friday, April 13, from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at the Brew House. The artists will host Artist Talks at the Brew House on May 1, and May 3 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Participating artists include Matt DiClemente, Amy DiPlacido, Zach Dorn, Marytna Matusiak, Laurel Mitchell, Jim Rugg, and Bec Young. The Brew House is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting individual artists. Delivering uncompromising attention to artist development through residency programs, the Brew House provides individual artists and artist initiatives with the support necessary to foster invention, creation and collaboration. The Brew House’s Distillery Program is supported by The Fine Foundation, The Heinz Endowments, and Construction Junction. Additional information on Distillery 6 can be found at www.distillery6.com.

INTRODUCTION TO THE ARTISTS: Matt DiClemente, a printmaker, appropriates images, recreates products featured under the guise of a fictitious company, and markets the products online, as well as in the real world. The products are either well crafted and have some part of their functionality subverted, or are constructed from found/ recycled materials. He tries to remain true to how the “real” products may have been constructed. Ironically many of these shoddily produced products are more visually appealing and function better than the ‘real thing.’ Amy DiPlacido’s work explores language and perception through non-traditional fiber techniques. She is also the owner of the small business, The Dear Dyery, which specializes in hand-dyed clothing and accessories. Amy earned her BFA at Massachusetts College of Art and Design in 2007, and her MFA at Cranbrook Academy of Art in 2009. Zach Dorn‘s most recent interactive installation, The Honorable and Bewhiskered Herman Hibel, opened at The Children's Museum of Pittsburgh in September. He is currently developing a modern-day cabinet of curiosities, The Society for the Advancement of Miniature Curiosa, in Downtown Pittsburgh. His endeavors are supported by The Pittsburgh Downtown Partnership, Awesome Pittsburgh, and The Sprout Fund. Marytna Matusiak, works in diverse media. Projections combined with print-based work create paradoxical situations where moving animations and static drawings blur the notions of stability and flux to emphasize that destruction and creation, pleasure and pain may be simultaneously experienced as one. Laurel Mitchell, a photographer, is trained in traditional black-and-white photography. A large portion of her work is based upon experimental techniques with this method of image making. Graduating summa cum laude with a B.A. in Studio Art from Slippery Rock University, Laurel has exhibited work and placed in numerous regional juried exhibitions and also been showcased in three solo exhibitions, Letting Go and Play of Light, and most recently, Running Colors. Jim Rugg seeks in his artwork to reconcile pop culture’s adventurous promise with the realities of the world around him. He uses the style and visual vocabulary of cartoons to question and lampoon consumer culture. Bec Young, a printmaker, works primarily in printmaking, puppet making, fibers, and illustration. She is an activist who seeks to inspire, and draw inspiration from, movements for social justice. She also finds inspiration in the occasional sidewalk crack and red cabbage.

Mean, Median, Mode

Distillery 6's Mid Way Show

Contact: Amy DiPlacido
E-mail: TheDearDyery@gmail.com

Brew House Association & Artists Image Resource Presents Mean, Median, Mode
Opening Friday, December 2, at Artist Image Resource.
The Brew House Association’s Distillery Program presents its mid-way show, Mean, Median, Mode. Hosted by Artists Image Resource, this group show will highlight the work of eight Pittsburgh artists at the halfway point of their eight-month residency.
The opening reception will be held on Friday, December 2, 2011, from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at Artists Image Resource, located at 518 Foreland Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15212. Participating artists include Jessica Amarnek, Matt DiClemente, Amy DiPlacido, Zach Dorn, Marytna Matusiak, Laurel Mitchell, Jim Rugg, and Bec Young.

Mean, Median, Mode provides an overview of new and ongoing creative developments in the work of artists in the Distillery Program. Now in its sixth year, this program in contemporary practice yields diverse approaches to making art within the culturally diverse landscape of Pittsburgh. Although the content and form of the individual work varies, the common thread showcases a rich collection of artists at the intersection of their residency. Additional information on the Brew House Association’s Distillery 6 Program may be found at www.distillery6.com.

The Brew House Association is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting individual artists. Delivering uncompromising attention to artist development through residency programs, the Brew House provides individual artists and artist initiatives with the support necessary to foster invention, creation and collaboration. The Brew House Association’s Distillery Program is supported by The Fine Foundation, The Heinz Endowments, and Construction Junction.

The Children's Museum

I am so happy to say that I have accepted the position as the Make Shop Coordinator at The Children's Museum, Pittsburgh!

Distillery 6

Matt and I are both happy to report that we both received an 8 month long residency in Pittsburgh: Distillery 6!


The Distillery Program is an 8 month studio residency program that builds a bridge between fine arts in the academic realm and the career development as an individual artist. Seeking 6-8 emerging artists for the next iteration, the Brew House Association encourages both the production of new work and the creation of critical dialogue and professional development for the selected emerging artists. Artists are presented with professional development workshops, artist lectures, professional critiques, partnerships with other arts organizations in the Pittsburgh area, a shared studio, and a final exhibition.
Opportunity awaits you

The sixth year of the Distillery Program hosted by the Brew House Association is set to begin in September. The program offers weekly meetings consisting of a series of lectures, critiques and studio visits. The selected artists are provided dedicated and secure studio space at the Brew House at a very minimal fee. The artists are in contact with professional working artists for mentorship and networking opportunities, work closely with other arts organizations in the Pittsburgh area, host two pubic exhibitions in the course of the program, and meet for critiques and professional development opportunities presented by guest speakers in the fine arts and museum industry.

LS Hoffman

My scarves and dresses will be on display at the new LS Hoffman Gallery in Munhall, PA.

Location
3317 Main St, Munhall, PA 15120

Hours
Tues - Fri: 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
Sat: 9:00 am - 9:00 pm

Art Gallery, Art Events

Art Gallery Displaying local artists' artwork, Art Events such as classes for adults and children, parties, Meet the Artist Events, Exercise Classes, Rental of space for family celebrations

Email:
lshoffmangallery@verizon.net
Phone:
412-461-2222

Flourish: Alumni Works on Paper
Sandra and David Bakalar Gallery at Massachusetts College of Art and Design
June 6—July 9, 2011
Reception: Thursday, June 9, 6-8 PM

Exhibition Hours:
Wednesday: 12PM – 8PM
Thursday-Saturday: 12PM – 6PM

Flourish: Alumni Works on Paper is the first juried alumni exhibition to be held in the Sandra and David Bakalar Gallery at MassArt. Showcasing the breadth of talent and excellence embodied by MassArt’s artists and designers, this exhibition features the work of 64 international artists working in a range of disciplines.

Flourish highlights the wide range of work by MassArt’s diverse alumni and includes painting, collage, interactive sculpture, photography, performance, fashion and graphic design.

Indie PA

http://www.indiepa.com/

Since I recently moved to Pennsylvania, I got in touch with the great folks at Indie PA. Their mission is " to provide Pennsylvania residents and visitors with a resource that enables them to support the local arts scene, connect with indie creatives, and build a lasting relationship with the cultural community in the Keystone State."

Thanks for organizing this great site!

Solo Show!

Solo SHOW 2012

I just found out that I will have a solo exhibition Sept. 2012 at the Village Theater at Cherry Hill in Canton, MI. 30 pieces... go

MassART Made

http://www.massartmade.com/

I am pleased to announce that my cotton and silk hand dyed scarves are being sold at Mass Art Made in Boston. I just sent a batch of 16 scarves just in time for Mother's Day!

Scarves In Store

My scarves are now being sold at The Society for Contemporary Craft, Pittsburgh.

2100 Smallman St. Pittsburgh, PA 15222 | 412.261.7003 | www.contemporarycraft.org

Three RIvers Art Festival, Pittsburgh

Finally a non rejection letter!

Vermont Studio Center

I am happy to announce that I will be at the Vermont Studio Center for two weeks. I start tomorrow where I will work on drawings!

My Art at the Juice Box Cafe

Hello! I have ten new drawings on display at The JuiceBox Cafe in Shadyside, Pittsburgh,PA. All art work is for sale.

http://www.juiceboxpitt.com/

735 Copeland St.
Lower Level
Pittsburgh, PA 15232
Just off Walnut St.
412-802-7070

info@juiceboxpitt.com

new art center show

My show in Newton's New Art Center will be up for one more week longer. It will be up until March 4th!
Also I am part of a Sculpture Invitational show at the Art Store in Charlestown, WV.

http://www.theartstorewv.com/html/Detail.asp?WorkInvNum=2757&artistname=Amy%20DiPlacido&whatpage=artist

Wild Child Silk Scarf

Amy DiPlacido Design's Wild Child Silk Scarf is hand dyed using a shibori method, resulting in wild vibrating lines.

This scarf has a gorgeous sheen as it is a silk crepe de chin. With a rolled hem, It measures 8 x 54".

The Japanese method of shibori yields a one of a kind resist.


Please hand wash in cold water and hang to dry. $45

ADD Grey Polka Cotton Scarf

Amy DiPlacido Design's GreyPolka Cotton Scarf is hand dyed using a C-Clamp shibori method, resulting in a gray and off white pattern.

This scarf has a gorgeous natural feel, It measures 15 x 58".

The Japanese method of shibori yields a one of a kind resist.


Please hand wash in cold water and hang to dry. $35

http://www.etsy.com/shop/amydiplacido

Amy DiPlacido Design's Wine Silk Scarf is hand dyed using an arashi shibori method. Radiating resist lines will add interest to any outfit.

This scarf has a gorgeous sheen as it is a silk crepe de chin. With a rolled hem, It measures 8 x 54".

The Japanese method of shibori yields a one of a kind resist.


Please hand wash in cold water and hang to dry. $45

Diamond Back Silk Scarf

Amy DiPlacido Design's Diamond Back Silk Scarf is hand dyed using a shibori method, resulting in an electric diamond pattern.

This scarf has a gorgeous sheen as it is a silk crepe de chin. With a rolled hem, It measures 8 x 54".

The Japanese method of shibori yields a one of a kind resist. $45


Please hand wash in cold water and hang to dry.

New Looking Blog

I think some people were turned off by my definition of fiber art...

solo show

Monongalia Arts Center 107 High Street Morgantown, WV
(304) 292-3325 www.monartscenter.com

September 7 – 25, 2010
Opening Reception: Friday, September 10, 2010 7-9 pm

An Affirmation
Recent work by Amy DiPlacido



Amy DiPlacido’s solo exhibition, An Affirmation, will show case a variety of fiber artwork and ink drawings. Both series concern etiquette, established design rules, and the break down of language. Irony and light- hearted optimism plays a role in her phrases, oftentimes revealing man’s compulsion to compartmentalize monotony. Her drawings and stretched panels of dyed color challenge what is perceived as a ‘natural’ arrangement, and what is easy on the eyes.

Amy DiPlacido received her Master of Fine Arts Degree in Fiber from Cranbrook Academy of Art and her Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree from Massachusetts College of Art and Design. She is a mixed-media artist who explores the concepts of language and perception through line drawings and dyed fabric. She has held exhibitions nationally and internationally, and has taught at The Fuller Craft Museum and The New Art Center in Massachusetts. She has also participated in Artist in Residence programs at Art Farm Nebraska and Art 342 in Colorado. Amy currently resides in Morgantown, West Virginia.

Opening Reception: Friday, September 10, 2010 7-9 pm
Davis Gallery at Monongalia Arts Center
Image: An Annunciation, Ink on Paper, 15 x 17”
Monday-Friday 11:00 A.M. - 7:00 P.M. Saturday 11:00 A.M. - 4:00 P.M.
Sunday by appointment