Artist Vladimir Walter who was honored, pictured together with his works.
Steve Azor
The Sept. 14 debut of “Lakay,” the inaugural exhibition at Atelier Artist, drew metropolis and state elected officers, group leaders, and cultural changemakers who hailed the brand new immigrant-led inventive hub as a significant response to Brooklyn’s affordability disaster.
Hosted on the Brooklyn Commons Clock Tower Loft, “Lakay” — Haitian Kreyòl for “residence” — showcased work from a dozen resident artists, mixing themes of Diaspora, belonging and resilience.
“The smooth launch underscored Atelier Artist’s mission to offer accessible studio area and group programming for underrepresented creatives at a time when rising rents proceed to push artists out of Central Brooklyn,” the founders/companions — Jonathan Pierre Lafleur, Franck Henry Godefroy and Mc Alexander Ciceron — informed Caribbean Life.
Elected leaders in attendance praised the trio for centering cultural pleasure and prioritizing native artists and creatives within the venture.
They offered citations in reward, whereas additionally honoring the occasion’s artists and group companions.
The honorees — artists and cultural supporters — all showcased the significance of affordability for creatives, and made important progress supporting that endeavor.
Artist Atelier itself was honored by electeds for its co-working studios that enable artists to thrive with out leaving their neighborhoods.
With its debut exhibition now open, Atelier Artist has positioned itself as a inventive residence, setting the stage for future displays, and preserving its doorways open for inexpensive artwork and inventive areas.
The highlight shines on guaranteeing that affordability and inventive excellence stay thriving all through Brooklyn.
