The artists of the Chen Arts group, spearheaded by the street puppeteer, Yodi, have created gallery space for their work in some storefront windows on Hamilton Street. The first picture here is one of Yodi's doves, street puppets featured recently in the International Peace Parade.
The next time you're driving down Hamilton, park your car and check out the Chen Artists work in these storefront galleries. They are located on the left side of Hamilton Street between 9th and 10th (closer to 10th). While you're at it, stop in to the Deli Plaza at 10th and Hamilton and grab a coffee or bagel. Mike and Mohamed, the proprietors there provide good food, fast and always with a smile. Everyone I've sent there has come back and told me how much they like it.
Yodi tells me that the storefront galleries you see on Hamilton today are are only the beginning. He says that he's got more coming.
Thanks Yodi for organizing these storefront galleries and letting us see the Chen Artists' work.
1 comments:
This is great news for our talented local artists, and for our downtown. Many cities are using their vacant storefronts as "windows of opportunity" by allowing artists to display their work, or advertise arts events. South St. in Philly is a good example. Not only does it beautify the street, it instills a sense of hope, brings commerce to Hamilton St., stimulates ideas for future businesses, and enlivens the community. Great job Chensters!
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