Come one,
come all! Step right up to the greatest art sideshow known to the spectacular
city of Madison! Live interactive art pieces that recall the aesthetics of old
timey sideshows will wow spectators.
On July 14, 2012 from 1-6pm artists from the
Madison Metro area invite you to try your hand at their creative carnival-like
activities! Art on
the Side Show will take place at 514 E. Wilson St. at the Essen Haus/Come
Back In Lot where the two businesses hold various festival and events.
Located just off the square, marketing
and promotions director of the Essen Haus and Come Back In, Mary Jane Connor,
hopes the event draws a significant crowd from the Art Fair on the Square.
“We will certainly not be competing with
the Art Fair on the Square, but it is such an exciting time that I hope we can
contribute to the festive atmosphere while exposing the edgy side of the
Madison art scene,” said Connor.
The idea of having an interactive show
came after Connor discussed the possibility of the event with several
Madison-based artists. Jason Erikson
suggested 10 minute portrait drawings which instigated the consideration of an
entirely interactive exhibition. Plans
were finalized with contributions from Sarah Stolte, PhD candidate in Art
History at UW-Madison.
Connor, who has curated and contributed
to community art events in Fiji, Milwaukee, Madison, Sauk City, and with the
Wormfarm Institute in Reedsburg, WI always looks for new approaches to make art
more accessible.
“I am extremely excited to have such a
great venue to promote local artists and bring creativity into the
community. I think the light and fun
interactive theme will demonstrate how art is not just about white walled
galleries and expensive price tags,” said Connor.
All the activities will cost between
$1-10 dollars and go directly back to the artists. The Essen Haus and Come Back In are not
charging the artists to utilize the space.
Free admission, live music, food, and of
course a great selection of import and microbrews, along with fun art-inspired
drink specials will be available.
Art on the Side Show is currently
accepting proposals until May 9th.
Visit the Spass Platz side bar on essen-haus.com for details.
