Crit Nites
About
In the supportive spirit of The Contemporary Austin’s Crit Group program, artists and the public are invited to take part in Crit Nites, an inclusive opportunity for contemporary working artists to discuss their work and build relationships. After a successful virtual series of Crit Nites, ICOSA Collective and Concept Animals aim to further fortify the Austin art community through ongoing in-person Crit Nites events.
Co-Facilitators:
Hayley Labrum Morrison , Casey Alfstad , Darcie Book , Jonas Criscoe
Session#1: Saturday, September 18th, 7-10pm
Guest Critics: Steef Crombach, Artist / Jonas Criscoe, Artist
Session#2: Saturday, October 30th, 7-10pm
Guest Critics: Bug Davidson, Artist / Robin Williams, Assistant Curator, The Contemporary Austin
Session#3: Saturday, November 27th, 7-10pm
Guest Critics: Vy Ngo, Artist / Darcie Book, Artist
Session#4: Friday, February 25th, 7-10pm
Guest Critics: Ryan Runcie, Artist / Kevin Ivester, Owner, Ivester Contemporary
Howdy, Stranger
The Culminating Exhibition of Crit Nites Virtual
Image design: Marco Huot, Perkins&Will and Branded Environments
Exhibition Dates: November 11, 2021 - November 21, 2021
Opening Reception: Thursday November 11, 2021, 4-8 pm
Austin Studio Tour Stop #239
Howdy, Stranger is the culminating exhibition of the first series of Crit Nites, an
inclusive critique group for Austin working artists. This group exhibition brings to life the fruits of the critical conversations of 40 artists and 8 moderators shared through Crit Nites Virtual in 2021. Crit Nites is a collaborative effort between ICOSA Collective and concept animals, and the Howdy, Stranger exhibition is made possible by our generous hosts at Perkins&Will.
Exhibition Activations
Nov 20, 4 pm - This is Not a Book Club: From memes to manifestos “This is Not a
Book Club” invites you to a mini art theory meet up
Nov 20, 5 pm - Ask a Gallerist Anything with Martha’s Contemporary’s Ricky Morales
The exhibition is organized and curated by:
Casey Alfstad, concept animals
Darcie Book, ICOSA Collective
Hayley Labrum Morrison, concept animals
Participating artists:
Alicia Philley, Amanda Fay, Amy Scofield, Andrea Muñoz Martinez. Aria Brownell, B Shawn Cox, Brady Fern, Bug Davidson, Caroline Walker, Casey Alfstad, Cheryl Russell, Darcie Book, Dust Bunny, Elizabeth Chapin, Emma Hadzi Antich, Francisco González Castro, G. D. Wright, Hannah Lee, Havi Millar, Hayley Labrum Morrison, Jared North, Jeffrey From, Justo Cisneros, Karen Woodward, Kerry Hugins, Lindsey Lascaux, Lisa Alley, Morgan Gage, Paloma Mayorga, Ryan Runcie, Samantha Kalson. Samantha Sanders, Sara Hannon, Sara Roma, Sarah Laja, Steef Crombach, Teresa Moralez, Vy Ngo
Howdy, Stranger opening reception is generously sponsored by Ranch Rider Spirits, 4th Tap Brewing, Rambler Sparkling Water, and LoLo Wine; while our visiting hours are generously sponsored by Topo Chico Sparkling Water, SunDaze Citrus Cocktails, and Coffee Traders.
Exhibition Dates: November 11, 2021 - November 21, 2021
Opening Reception: Thursday November 11, 2021, 4-8 pm
Visiting Hours: 12-6pm Nov 13, 14, 20, 21
Austin Studio Tour Stop #239
310 Comal St
Austin, TX 78702
