Alias Arts

MAO has never heard James Welling speak in public before, so we have no idea if he’s any good, but it should be interesting. This photographer’s abstract art work is among the most innovative in the industry. You probably saw his work which was recently featured in the 2008 Whitney Biennial. (Photo #1, James Welling, Flowers, 2005, c-print, 14 x 10″) Represented in NYC by David Zwirner and in the UK by the Maureen Paley Gallery, James Welling is almost a living legend in the art photography world.. so clearly this is a free talk not to be missed! It’s…

The Center for Photography At Woodstock has their 2009 Benefit Gala Honoring W.M. Hunt on Sunday October 11, 2009 in Woodstock. Yes.. MAO knows its too crazy far, hours a bit far away for just a benefit… BUT!! This has been one of the best places for emerging photography in the UISA, and every year they hold one of the most interesting “think opportunity to buy something very cheap” art photo auctions. It’s a wonderful organization.. and they could use your help in these difficult times! So Please Check it out, you might find something great for your photo collection….

One of the next best things to looking at Contemporary Art.. is sex is looking at new Contemporary Art Books! We can’t wait for the next 2009 New York Art Book Fair.. cause MAO can never have enough art books. (Photo #1, Mickey Smith, More Books, 2008, Archival Pigment Print) FYI.. they moved the fair this year from Phillip’s Auction House in Chelsea to Art World Siberia Long Island City at P.S.1 Here are the details LOCATION P.S.1 Contemporary Art Center 22-25 Jackson Ave at the intersection of 46th Ave Long Island City, NY 11101 (map) FAIR HOURS Friday/Saturday, October…

Melanie Schiff… A Young Rising Art Photography Star’s new show opens in Chicago. So.. check this artist’s new work out! She truly paints with light like no other young new photographer. As you all probably know, MAO got to meet this young photographer about 3 years ago, when she had just graduated from Art School and was having her very first gallery show. As a contemporary art collector one of the greatest joys is getting the opportunity to watch a new young artist’s career take off. Her credits already including shows at the Chicago MCA, and the 2008 Whitney Biennial,…

This one is going too fast already we almost didn’t want to post it. But, if you’re a pyrotechnic maniac Sarah Pickering Fan like MAO.. you better act now! Those smart longtime MAO readers know Pickering.. she’s a total blast! We’ve been following her career at MAO for sometime. In fact, the last time pre-Art Market Crashthere was a benefit print from Sarah Pickering featured as a MAO ART Buy of the Month, the entire edition Blew Out in just 2 days! But, for those who don’t know this British Bombshell Sarah’s work.. check out her website here.. Sarah also…

This one is going too fast already we almost didn’t want to post it. But, if you’re a pyrotechnic maniac Sarah Pickering Fan like MAO.. you better act now! Those smart longtime MAO readers know Pickering.. she’s a total blast! We’ve been following her career at MAO for sometime. In fact, the last time pre-Art Market Crashthere was a benefit print from Sarah Pickering featured as a MAO ART Buy of the Month, the entire edition Blew Out in just 2 days! But, for those who don’t know this British Bombshell Sarah’s work.. check out her website here.. Sarah also…