CONTACT: Karen Tuominen
917. 319. 9160
pr@reflect-arts.com
REFLECT-ARTS, INC. and THE ASIAN CULTURAL CENTER PRESENT:
ESSENCE OF ASIA: Eastern Influences In Western Art
March 31-April 15, 2007
Opening Reception: Saturday, March 31, 2007, 6-9 Pm
Opening party sponsored by Harbin and Kirin Ichiban beer
and
by JAMES CHEW Catering specializing in Asian and healthful, vegetarian food using
pure and organic products
New York, NY, March 10, 2007 – The first in a planned series of culturally inspired art shows,
Reflect-Arts, Inc. is pleased to present Essence of Asia: Eastern Influences in Western Art. The
work will be displayed in the Asian Fusion Gallery, at Manhattan’s Asian Cultural Center, 15 East
40th Street, NYC. The show will be open to the public from March 31 thru April 14, 2007 during
business hours. The opening party, which will include live performances, cocktails, snacks and
more will take place on Saturday, March 31, 2006 from 6 to 9 pm. Admission is free.
ABOUT THE ART:
From anime to zen, the world’s largest continent has influenced all 43 artists’ styles and
techniques in some way. From several hundred submissions, the winning artists were selected
based on their imaginative interpretations of the theme “Essence of Asia”. Some artists’ work is
based upon travels or temporary stays in Asia; others have adapted a particular technique or
aesthetic. This mixed media exhibit, featuring paintings, photos, instillation, sculpture and more
- aims to blur cultural stereotypes and inspire dialog. The online gallery of exhibits and online
finalists can be viewed at http//www.reflect-arts.com
BEST IN SHOW:
As in all Reflect-arts shows, guests are invited to vote for their favorite pieces. The “Best In
Show” winner will have their work displayed at the Paul Alexander Gallery in MA. Other awards
include Curators’ picks and Honorable Mentions.
PERFORMERS:
Adrianna Khoo – This talented cellist will perform during the pre-party champagne reception
from 6-7 pm
Earl Norman – Eclectic musician, composer, performance artist and filmmaker will collage the
ten years he spent as an American in Asia in a multimedia performance.
Notorious NYC “club kid” Muffinhead will work the room in one of his famous costume
creations. As usual, flashbulbs will follow him everywhere.
CONSULTING PANELISTS:
Reflect Arts invited the following panel to assist in choosing the work:
Paul Lam, Director, Locco Ritoro Gallery, Boston, MA
William Alexander, Co-Founder & Chief Curator, Paul Alexander Gallery, Framingham, MA
Chung Lo, Director, Chinese Center for Arts & Culture; Founder & Producer, Chinese Television
Network, New York, NY
Ronald Beach, Founder of the Lower East Side 3B Artists Collective, New York, NY
ABOUT Reflect-arts, inc.:
Founded by its Executive Director and Chief Curator Juliette Pelletier in 2005, Reflect-arts inc. is
dedicated to creating unique events giving artists opportunities to exhibit, showcase
performers, and developing audiences in venues around the world. Art is invaluable to culture;
Reflect-arts promotes this notion whenever and wherever we can.
For more information, visit www.reflect-arts.com
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917. 319. 9160
pr@reflect-arts.com
REFLECT-ARTS, INC. and THE ASIAN CULTURAL CENTER PRESENT:
ESSENCE OF ASIA: Eastern Influences In Western Art
March 31-April 15, 2007
Opening Reception: Saturday, March 31, 2007, 6-9 Pm
Opening party sponsored by Harbin and Kirin Ichiban beer
and
by JAMES CHEW Catering specializing in Asian and healthful, vegetarian food using
pure and organic products
New York, NY, March 10, 2007 – The first in a planned series of culturally inspired art shows,
Reflect-Arts, Inc. is pleased to present Essence of Asia: Eastern Influences in Western Art. The
work will be displayed in the Asian Fusion Gallery, at Manhattan’s Asian Cultural Center, 15 East
40th Street, NYC. The show will be open to the public from March 31 thru April 14, 2007 during
business hours. The opening party, which will include live performances, cocktails, snacks and
more will take place on Saturday, March 31, 2006 from 6 to 9 pm. Admission is free.
ABOUT THE ART:
From anime to zen, the world’s largest continent has influenced all 43 artists’ styles and
techniques in some way. From several hundred submissions, the winning artists were selected
based on their imaginative interpretations of the theme “Essence of Asia”. Some artists’ work is
based upon travels or temporary stays in Asia; others have adapted a particular technique or
aesthetic. This mixed media exhibit, featuring paintings, photos, instillation, sculpture and more
- aims to blur cultural stereotypes and inspire dialog. The online gallery of exhibits and online
finalists can be viewed at http//www.reflect-arts.com
BEST IN SHOW:
As in all Reflect-arts shows, guests are invited to vote for their favorite pieces. The “Best In
Show” winner will have their work displayed at the Paul Alexander Gallery in MA. Other awards
include Curators’ picks and Honorable Mentions.
PERFORMERS:
Adrianna Khoo – This talented cellist will perform during the pre-party champagne reception
from 6-7 pm
Earl Norman – Eclectic musician, composer, performance artist and filmmaker will collage the
ten years he spent as an American in Asia in a multimedia performance.
Notorious NYC “club kid” Muffinhead will work the room in one of his famous costume
creations. As usual, flashbulbs will follow him everywhere.
CONSULTING PANELISTS:
Reflect Arts invited the following panel to assist in choosing the work:
Paul Lam, Director, Locco Ritoro Gallery, Boston, MA
William Alexander, Co-Founder & Chief Curator, Paul Alexander Gallery, Framingham, MA
Chung Lo, Director, Chinese Center for Arts & Culture; Founder & Producer, Chinese Television
Network, New York, NY
Ronald Beach, Founder of the Lower East Side 3B Artists Collective, New York, NY
ABOUT Reflect-arts, inc.:
Founded by its Executive Director and Chief Curator Juliette Pelletier in 2005, Reflect-arts inc. is
dedicated to creating unique events giving artists opportunities to exhibit, showcase
performers, and developing audiences in venues around the world. Art is invaluable to culture;
Reflect-arts promotes this notion whenever and wherever we can.
For more information, visit www.reflect-arts.com
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