Take a Walk through The Web

The Web - Jon Kessler

This exhibit is one of my favorites that I have visited and explored. I really enjoyed how interactive it was and how the artist, Jon Kessler, incorporated an app which everyone is drawn to nowadays. This artwork relates heavily to the world and society, which we live in today. It confronts how we act and who we have become. The use of materials used was clever, especially how Jon Kessler had TV’s placed in the TV box that it came in only cutting out where you see the screen. The artist doesn’t just let the viewer look at his artwork but invites them to come inside and explore what it is truly about. We are constantly on our phones and tablets, which inspired Jon Kessler to create this piece as he was riding the New York subway. After viewing The Web I will be paying more attention to just how many people are engrossed in their technologies while on public transportation. 

This exhibit is located at the Swiss Institute (18 Wooster Street, NY) and will be up until April 28th - I highly suggest visiting!

Shadow Boxes for Days

Bergdorf Goodman

Saks

Macy's

Vintage Shop 

After weeks of sketches, hot glue gun burns, cuts from breaking mirrors, here are the four shadow boxes I created for my Product Presentation class. Each box displays the same product, a brooch, but must be displayed in the way specific stores would. 

From left to right: Bergdorf Goodman, Saks, Macys, My own Vintage Shop. 

The Painted Garden - Macy's 39th Annual Flower Show

Macy's Flower Show

       Over spring break I took the opportunity to head to Macy’s Herald Square location to check out the retailers 39^th annual flower show. The Painted Garden transported visitors to the Middle East. When first stepping inside the tent, a room filled with flowers and a decorative life sized elephant greets you, celebrating Middle Eastern culture. Jewel tones and lively colors cover the room, along with painted walls in traditional Middle Eastern matter. When passing through the archway into the next area, fountains surrounded by beautiful, vibrant flowers filled the space.  The environment inspired by India also included sacks of spices and carts stacked with foods, bangles, Buddha’s, brooms and gold accessories. The show is on until April 7th - I would def try and see the show for yourself!