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IT'S THE BEGINNING OF THE END
April/May/June 2008
Greetings to All:We would like to inform you that artSPACE@16’s physical gallery space has been closed for good as of June 1st, 2008. After running artSPACE@16 (previously known as S.T Gallery in the Fort Point Channel) for nearly a decade (9 years and 8 months to be exact) I have decided to close its doors for good on May 31, 2008. The website artSPACEat16.com and artspaceat16.blogspot.com will continue to perform as artSPACE@16’s archive and as a current online art resource for all. I would like to extend my deepest appreciation to all the exhibited artists, collaborators, curators, jurors, writers, family and friends that have contributed to the transformation and growth of artSPACE@16 over the years. I certainly could not have done any of this work without your help and participation. Thank you ALL for such a wonderful experience. I look forward to serving the arts community on the WWW.
Sincerely,
Sand T
artist / founder / director
artSPACE@16read on ...> comments about the closing of artSPACE@16
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Background
( Oct 1998 - May 2008 )
artSPACE@16 is the product of a creative and undaunted response to the displacement from one artists' community (Fort Point) to become a force in the promotion and development of an artists' community in Malden.
artSPACE@16 is not just a gallery, but a community activist entity. artSPACE@16 has been playing a leadership role in art collaboratives and initiatives within the community since it's inception in 2000. It has pushed to strengthen the art community in Malden by inspiring and collaborating with the City in creating a demand for an increase in art visibility in Malden.
The goal of artSPACE@16 is not only to provide a space for innovative contemporary art, but to also make Malden a city where artists can come together to take part in constructing a creative community.
the gallery space
( Oct 1998 - May 2008 )
artSPACE@16 is a 576 sq. ft two-car garage converted to gallery space. It has wall space of 99 linear feet with a 7'9" high ceiling. The gallery space is well-lit with natural light, basic spotlights and clip-lights. We regret that this garage converted art space does not provide shelter for cars nor space for storage, but for the display of FINE ART WORKS ONLY.
building a common ground for art & community
(Oct 1998 - May 2008)
artSPACE@16 (previously known as S.T Gallery) was designed, built and founded by Sand T on the first floor of the former artists building at 15-17 Stillings Street, Boston in October 1998. The Stillings St. warehouse buildings were built in 1905. They housed 32 artists and 5 small businesses.
In October 1999, all tenants of 11-23 Stillings Street received 1st eviction notice which was effective for December 31, 1999 from the Boston Wharf Company. A proposed demolition plan was made to replace these three low-lying structures, occupied by dozens of artists for more than two decades, for a 9-story 500-vehicle garage.
Tenants opposed the demolition. Community meetings and protests were held but didn't change the BWC's decision. All tenants received 2nd eviction notice which was extended to Jan 31, 2000. The eviction was again extended to April 2, 2000. S.Tgallery was relocated to 16 Princeton Road in Malden on April 1, 2000. Stillings St. buildings were bulldozed two weeks later.
Demolition didn't discourage Sand T. Nevertheless, the change in location had changed the physical space of her gallery but didn't change her mission. This major set back had transformed into a cause, a positive motivation to continuing doing what she has a passion and skill for. Her desire had grown even stronger for making space for art during her recovery from the loss of ST Gallery. Sand T has committed to herself to rebuild.
In July 2000, during the transitional period of rebuilding an exhibition space, Sand T held an art and community event called "Food is Art, Art is Food" in the newly renovated basement studios at 16 Princeton. This event was co-organized by the Asian American Resource Workshop. A sizable crowd of AARW members, artists, friends and families attended this exhibition and BBQ event.
In August 2000, with help from Wesley Kalloch (now her husband) and friends John Black and Linden Moses, the 24 x 24 detached two-car garage was transformed into a humble yet modern art space. The name "S.T Gallery" was changed to "SPACE@16", which was later changed to "artSPACE@16".
artSPACE@16 was fully up and running again in Fall 2000 with the premier arts event ArtsRendezvous that featured artworks by 26 artists, acoustic music performances, tea tasting and poetry readings.
Later on, Lawrence Wong made the "16" sign for artSPACE@16. A movable T-wall was built. Gordon Morrison, Thomas Schorn, Jonathan Santos, Bryan Durning, and Wesley Kalloch contributed their valuable time, constructive consultation and feedbacks on creating a web site for artSPACE@16 in 2003.
In the spring of 2005, a new plexi "16" sign for was made and installed. The gallery floor was scraped, cracks filled in, and painted slate gray. In the heat of the summer, an exhaust fan was installed with the voluntary labor from Wesley Kalloch and Sammy Hong.
Thank you all for making this common ground possible.
undertaking( Oct 1998 - May 2008 )
artSPACE@16 is a volunteer-driven gallery that acts as a public servant to the community, in virtual space and physical space. Through ongoing voluntary art activism and contemporary art exhibitions, artSPACE@16 seeks to promote a professional artistic presence to benefit Malden and the larger community through collaboration, education, and involvement.
artSPACE@16 strives to:
- strengthen the role of the arts in Malden.
- inspire artists, art professionals, and appreciators to take part in building a creative community with new initiatives in Malden.
- function as a networking hub for fellow artists and community at-large; provide support and resources, consultation for potential collaborations; develop a stronger connection between artist communities in neighboring cities.
- encourage the City of Malden's art initiatives in creating artist live/work studio through community outreach, creative input on related issues.
- distribute information regarding artist studio space, art resources and exhibition opportunities in /outside of Malden through postings on artSPACE@16's website, e-mailing lists, MaldenArtsNetwork list-serv, ARTS16_list | artMATTERS, and other art-related list-services.
- encourage visual artists to develop and share new work, celebrate the spirit of creativity and contribute to the larger community.
- encourage dialogue and educational experience between artists and the general public, promoting awareness and appreciation of various artistic practices.
artSPACE@16 wishes for all to come together to take part
in making Malden a culturally successful city.
how we operate( Oct 1998 - May 2008 )
artSPACE@16 is an unincorporated private entity. It is a non-commercial gallery also served as an art community developer.
It does not hold nonprofit 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status but does function with the common purpose of establishing a nonprofit objective to promote excellence in exhibition programming and related services to the community through the arts.
artSPACE@16 presents ongoing curated, juried and invitational exhibits that explore contemporary aesthetics, social, and cultural issues available to the general public.
It does not have full-time salaried staff members, it's operated entirely on a voluntary basis by Malden citizen and artist-activist Sand T since its inception in 2000. Family member, friends and fellow artists offer their volunteer help when needed.
The rent, maintenance, utilities, marketing and promotion are partially covered under Sand T's household expenses. artSPACE@16 receives small contributions from participating artists in helping with exhibition production, postcard and other printing material for each show. Exhibition information and artists' contact list are provided for educational and information sharing, networking and to support the artists.
artSPACE@16 is operated as NON-COMMERCIAL GALLERY. artSPACE@16 DOES NOT SELL ARTWORK NOR EXCLUSIVELY REPRESENTS ARTISTS. We do not handle any transactions of selling artwork. However, sales will be encouraged by providing exhibition materials such as artists’ contact information and price list to all visiting viewers.Potential gallerists and/or art collectors will contact the artist directly regarding future exhibition opportunities and/ or purchasing artist's at artist’s own studio after the close of the exhibition.
NO COMMISION WILL BE CHARGED TO ARTISTS OR BUYERS. The artists are entitled to full commission on the sale of artwork and buyers' checks will be written directly to the artist. It is the artist’s responsibility to handle the transactions of selling artwork, pick up or delivery of sold artwork.
artSPACE@16 DOES NOT PROVIDE ANY INSURANCE. THE ARTIST IS RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY INSURANCE. However, artSPACE@16 provides excellent security and utmost care is given to all exhibiting works in its converted garage gallery.
Participants must be aware that the art space does not have air-conditioning nor heating system installed. artSPACE@16 does not assume responsibility for any climate related damage to artworks that might occur. artSPACE@16 does not assume any liability for theft, loss or any damages before, during, or after the exhibition.
Participating artists, families and friends are cordially invited to the gallery talks and to view the exhibitions. All receptions are potluck. Participating artists and invited guests will bring food and beverages to the table. All events at artSPACE@16 are FREE ADMISSION. We are children and pet friendly.
artSPACE@16 reserves the right to reproduce accepted works for publicity purposes on it's web site, exhibition binder, and for the general news media. Your help in spreading the word about events at artSPACE@16 is greatly appreciated. Any contributions are always welcome in helping artSPACE@16 to continue it's venture in bringing high quality art events to the community.
A Note of Appreciation
To all artist-volunteers, participating artists, curators, jurors, collaborators, contributors, funders, visitors and individuals.You've made a difference.
( Oct 1998 - May 2008 )
WESLEY KALLOCH
For his ongoing voluntary proof reading and technical support
since the inception of artSPACE@16 in 2000the LEF Foundation
the Artists Foundation
Malden Cultural Council
Massachusetts Cultural Council
Feiling Wang
For their generous support of artSPACE@16Sammy Hong
Excellent Voluntary Labor in 2005Bryan Durning / Gordon Morrison
Jonathan Santos / Thomas Schorn
Provided Voluntary Consultations
on artSPACE@16 website building in 2003John Black / Lawrence Wong
Excellent Voluntary Labor in 2000Your support enriches the arts and cultural life of our community.
Our Gratitude to the News Media and Writers
artSPACE@16 does not place paid advertisements.
We want to express our sincere gratitude to the news media and writers for their continuing support in announcing and writing about our venture.( Oct 1998 - May 2008 )
The World Journal (Boston) / the Malden Observer / the Malden Advocate / the Malden Evening News / the Boston Globe Calendar / the Boston Globe SideKick / The Boston Globe Magazine / Globe North / the Boston Phoenix / the Boston Epoch Times / the Boston Chinese News / the Boston Chinese Report / Malden Access Television Channel 3, 15 & 16 / MATV Asian Spectrum TV Series, Inc. / the Boston Weekly Dig / Art NewEngland Magazine / InvAsian Magazine (NY) / Somerville News / Singtao Daily / Somerville Journal / Medford Transcript / The Winchester Star / The Sampan Newspaper / TownOnLine / Metro Boston / the Middlesex Beat arts magazine / artsMEDIA / artscope / Concorn Journal / Brookline TAB / TownCrossing / Jamaica Plain Gazette / Maynard Bacon Village / Boston Magazine / and moreNewsletters, list-serves supports, weblogs, and electronic mail forwarding:
Museum School Artists Resource / Mass. Art Artists Newsletter / The artMatter / Fort Point Artists Community / Somerville Art Council / Art Deadlines List / Women Caucus for the Arts / arts calendar at WBUR / Arts at WBUR.ORG / in the Loupe - Photographic Resource Center at Boston University / MATV Gallery e-list / Cyber Café @ Malden Square / Malden Home Page / Craigslist / the Big Red and Shiny online arts journal / The Artists Foundation / LynnArts, Inc. / Essex Art Center / New England Foundation for the Art / Studio Soto's Art Community / City of Malden Calendar / The Malden Muse - Online Arts and cultural Newsletter / inLiquid / It's all about the ARTS / MartinGately.Org / Jeffrey Donahue ward 4Medford Arts Center, Inc. / IDEAS 5 Calendar / e-dentity / MaldenArts / Boston Orange weblog / Lisa Tang Liu weblog / Somerville Journal weblog / Americantowns / and moreWebsites that link our website in theirs.
Word of Mouth: artists, friends and families / collaborators / supporters of artSPACE@16.
THANK YOU for your kind recommendation of artSPACE@16 to others.
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