Faurschou is a contemporary art museum that began in Copenhagen in the 1980s & has evolved to…read moreplaces that include New York. Faurschou New York is located in the Greenpoint section of Brooklyn. Faurschou is accessible via public transportation, including the G train to Greenpoint. It is within walking distance from a host of hangout spots, shops & and eateries, including Brooklyn Expo Center (which hosts year-round-events), WNYC Transmitter Park, Common Goods (Home Goods Store), Comptons (good sandwices) & one of my favorites, Paulie Gees Slice Shop (pizza). Exhibits on View - 1.) Donna Huanca's "Scar Tissue ( Blurred Earth) 2.) Bjarne Melgaard's "Barney Takes It All" 3.) Tracey Emin's "Exorcism of the Last Painting I Ever Made" Faurschou is a spacious-enough museum / art gallery & all three exhibits on display are interesting. The artists' exhibits are colorful, vibrant & indicated bold statements via their artwork / masterpieces. Definitely cool exhibits. These current exhibits will be on display until 9/8/24. Looking forward to future exhibitions! Hours of Operation: Thurs. & Fri. - 12pm - 7pm Sat. - 10-7pm Sun. - 10am - 5pm Website - faurschou.com Instagram - @faurschou_ Go on their website to view information on previous exhibits and publications as well as subscribe to their newsletter.

I ducked into this beautifully serene gallery on a late Sunday afternoon to wait for the rain to…read morepass, and was wowed by the size of the space. It seems the New York gallery was briefly shuttered due to Covid but is back in the swing of things. Currently, they are showcasing Zachary Armstrong's Twelve Animals which I found to be a very whimsical take on the animals of the Chinese zodiac. The paintings were really textured lending it an air of playfulness. On exhibition as well are Curtis Barnes (We Wear the Mask) and Robert Rauschenberg (Subjective View). Barnes is also based in Dayton, OH but instead of animals, explores the Black experience in the Midwest with an equally lively palette.

Had a really great time for their block party. I got really lucky because sparkles was able to get…read moreme in for two tickets. The event was free. The vibes were totally vibing. They had some fun salsa dancing going on. The art was super fun, I enjoyed the cat artwork of course. I love being able to look out the windows to see the bog long island city post office. The service is always nice here. The guy giving out the wrist bands was super funny. He was like I won't check your id you kids have fun now. The beer was like $9 thats super insane to me for a 4.7% can but thats the world we live in. The little store that they have for their merch has a great selection. I wanted to look around but it is super packed. Fun fact my father attended this school back in the 50s, wild times. Make sure you check out their basement, you wont be disappointed.

Moma PS1 is a modern art museum. It holds three floors of exhibits. Some of them are intriguing…read morewhile others were not quite my cup of tea. Considering this museum is now free, I can't complain - and it's easy to book online. You don't have to do a specific timed visit. Once you make a reservation online, your ticket is valid for that entire day you've booked. It's a good museum to go to if you want to stay in the Queens area and would prefer a free excursion/ weekend activity! But if you're looking for a NYC museum, don't make this one a priority over others (ie. The Met, Museum of Natural History, MoMA, Guggenheim) My family and I spent about an hour at the museum, weighted on one exhibit because the short film is about 25 minutes. There are large staircases, with only one elevator which makes elevator traffic slow.

This is a small but interesting sculpture center. When I went there were two main areas, one with…read moresculpture and sand, and another in the basement which focused on archiving culture and sexuality film and memorabilia from Pakistan.

It's a small museum and admission is free (with a suggested donation). It's a good place to stop in…read morewhile you're in LIC/Astoria if you want to appreciate some creative sculpture art but are short on time. When I was there it had been raining so the whole place had an almost eerie pall about it, which I think really added to the exhibits on display. One of the gallery spaces was transitioning to a new exhibit and wasn't open so I had a really short visit. Still glad I popped in!

It's so funny that I joined the pottery class thinking that it would be a relaxing activity as a…read moretotal beginner. I was so wrong, but in a good way. There's a lot of technique and skill that will require your understanding, attention and intention to get things going. Be kind and patient with yourself, and remember that practice makes perfect. The teacher is also very encouraging and helpful. I was having some trouble finding balance with how much pressure to use and in which angles to apply them and her patience and continued instruction while I tried to figure it out was very much appreciated. There was a moment when it finally clicked and I made 6 pieces that day, and she was genuinely happy and proud of me for not giving up and that feeling had me floating for the rest of the day. It's 3 hours of labor where you get to use your hands to learn, create and play. You also get studio hours with your package so you can come back in your own time to practice. It's an arduous hobby to pick up, but I'm sure in time it would grow into a calming and therapeutic one. I'm grateful for the experience and I definitely recommend. You might not look like those people in the movies that make it look all artsy and romantic, but in time you definitely might haha ;)

I took a pottery wheel class at AlterWork Studios in February. The class was intimate (only 6…read morepeople), informative, and fun. There was a ton of one-on-one instruction, and our instructor was able to tailor her teaching to each person based on their background, skills, and interest. Everyone left with several completed pots, bowls, or mugs after the class!

What a great place to see some greal local artists. Went to see the art of Heather McLeod and a few…read moreothers and enjoyed the visit. Will be back on our next visit to the big apple.

We were introduced accidentally to Sugarlift through a friend, and it was such a lucky twist of…read morefate to have the chance to partner with such a fantastic team to help bring extraordinary artwork and energy into our home. Thanks to Hannah and Wright, we were able to get to know a variety of artists, visit studios, and truly get to know the landscape of the art world in a way that we would not have otherwise. We wanted very much to purchase a piece (or pieces) by a young, female artist and we were able to do just that, and found a match that was perfect for us. We are thrilled to have not just beautiful artworks gracing our home, but most of all to have found an artist whose career we feel invested in and whose work we feel proud to display. Thanks to Sugarlift for making that process possible, for educating us along the way and bringing the entire experience to life!

This place is a great find if you're interested in learning how to make pottery. They have two…read morekinds of classes - wheel throwing and hand building. Pros: + I wish I had known this before I signed up for classes. But the best way to learn is to choose a 6 week session/block where you can come into all six classes and have time to do practice during their free workshop hours. + Periodic open house - check it out while you have time Cons: - Restricted hours - due to the small space, there's only so much time you can come in to work on your pieces - Pricey - while the classes are priced competitively, I think it's a little more than I would be willing to pay regularly. - Difficulty parking/accessing nearby - Classes fill up quick IG: QueenOfAdventureNYC

Hand building instructor was not helpful and abrasive. I took a course in the fall and would not go…read moreback because she was so rude and passive aggressive to me and other students. Worst studio I've ever been to

The most amazing collection of antique frames ever. Diego's expertise is unmatched. A tour through…read morethe gallery is like traveling back in time for centuries. You will definitely find a frame or more for your artwork here.

I was walking along 46th Avenue, by the parking lot where the LIC Flea & Food Market is located…read more(during warmer months), and I noticed a sign that said "Art Gallery." I'm really glad that I checked it out. I walked in and was greeted by a receptionist who gladly answered my questions and told me about the exhibitions and that I could also go out back to the artist community, where individual artists work. My photos will say more about the art exhibited than my words ever can. Needless to say, I enjoyed looking at the various works of art. I walked to the artist community. The door was locked, but an artist arrived and let me in. In addition to artworks in progress, I got to see some actresses practice sword fighting (they also do dramatic performances). One of the artists was super nice and talked with me a bit. The gallery is open from noon to 5 PM on weekends. Also, on Thursday evenings, they have figure drawing classes with live models for $10. There is also an Art for Kids workshops on the second Saturday of the month ($20 for parent/child, and $5 per extra sibling). The Plaxall Gallery was created by Long Island City Artists, a local non-profit, and was opened in 2016. It's free to enter, and I really recommend that people check it out!

I was really pleased with the art work. I love the fact that it is right next to the LiC flea…read more Every yeah they switch up the art work. Sometimes the gallery is free of charge. It's perfect for a random day to be able to just walk in.