Exhibition Opening: Public Art New York

Helfand Spotlight Series: Public Art New York The images in this exhibit, taken by photographer Francis Dzikowski for the book Public Art New York by Jean Parker Phifer, FAIA, represent the wide variety of works of public art in the five boroughs of New York City. Illustrating that public art consists not only of monumental sculpture in outdoor plazas but also decorative sidewalks, sculpted facades, and evocative lighting, Public Art New York broadens the dialogue on how art can complement and enrich architecture and public space. From Coney Island’s Parachute Jump, to Dubuffet’s Groupe des Quatre Arbres in Chase Manhattan Plaza, to James Carpenter’s “Ice Falls” in the lobby of the Hearst Building, these photos reveal the magnificent range and richness of the works that enliven New York’s urban landscape and are accessible for all to enjoy. A related panel discussion will be held the following Monday, April 20, at 6:00pm. The Helfand Spotlight Series highlights competitions, projects under construction, and projects recently completed that will have a far-reaching impact on New York City’s built environment. This spotlight will be on view through May 9, 2009. Please rsvp here: http://aiany.org/calendar/rsvp.php?id=1024679 For more information, please visit our web site: http://aiany.org/calendar/event.php?id=1024679 Center for Architecture | 536 LaGuardia Place; New York, NY 10012