AUGUST 2012
Westchester County Business Journal • ARTSWNEWS WILDCLIFF SCULPTURE GARDEN GIVES ART A HOME WITH A VIEW
New Rochelle’s 19th-century Wildcliff Manor, originally the home of American architect Alexander Jackson Davis, stands proudly along the water’s edge of New Rochelle – but that’s not what all the fuss is about on the mansion’s lawn this summer. On Wildcliff’s property, along the peaceful Long Island Sound, sits a haven of artwork fit for any museum.
A Sculpture Garden, curated by Incoming Tide Entertainment’s president Eric Woodlin, features over 30 sculptures by 13 artists which envelop the outdoor property of Wildcliff. Many of the sculptures repre- sent nature and renewal – the perfect sentiment as Woodlin seeks to breathe life back into the Gothic Revival building and its 1.23 acres of land.
A sculpture by Justin Pearlman is made entirely out of metal from a trailer home. Another sculpture by Piper Strong features two girls dancing in delightful whimsy. Predominately made of metal, the pieces em- body a variety of styles and forms, but there are no pretentious barriers at this easy-going garden. Guests can view the works up close and truly experience the exhibition’s splendor first hand. The exhibitions are available to view, for free, from 11 am to 4 pm, on Saturdays and Sundays through September 1.
Presently on exhibit are works by David Boyajian, B.A. D’Alessandro, Denis Folz, Bernard Rowan, Jodi Carlson, Piper Strong, Barbara Landau-Stogo, Leo Montuoro, Marcia Spivak, Dave McNeil, Justin Pearl- man, Michael Poast and Richard Pitts.
Picnics at Wildcliff are encouraged, setting the precedent for a relaxed pace and leisurely viewing experience. The works set the stage for various entertainment throughout the summer months: Yoga on the Cliff starts off its participants’ day with a serene morning session on the waterfront; the scenery and Sculpture Garden serve as endless inspiration for outdoor plein air painting; Concerts feature out- standing musical acts and theater projects; and arts festivals make local artwork accessible to its local patrons. All are part of the Wildcliff experience. To view selected sculpture images, visit:
www.bit.ly/ Wildcliff. For a list of concerts, activities and artists, go to:
www.incomingtideentertainment.com.
Kelp by Denis Folz
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WESTCHESTER COUNTY LEGISLATORS - MAKING THE ARTS HAPPEN
(left to right) Westchester County Legislator Jim Maisano, ArtsWestchester CEO Janet Langsam, Executive Director of Pelham Art Center Lynn Honeysett
In June 2012, ArtsWestchester awarded Basic Program Support Grants of $750,000 to forty-five arts and cultural organizations. The awards are made possible with funds from Westchester County Government. In Westchester, the arts enjoy strong bi-partisan support, because the arts drive cultural tourism, stimulate economic growth, and enhance the quality of life in every community
(left to right) Westchester County Legislator Peter Harkham, Executive Director of John Jay Home- stead Wendy Ross, and ArtsWestchester CEO Janet Langsam
in the county. In addition to providing financial support, county funds enable arts organizations to leverage additional funds from individuals, foundations and other government sources. In fact, each year Basic Program Support recipients generate approximately $57 million in additional support from the private sector.
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