Wednesday, March 25, 2009

WE'RE BACK! The Emporium Gallery is back in action and proud to bring you the Bad Day Magazine Issue #4 Launch and Exhibition!


We couldn't be more excited to be reopening the Emporium Gallery after our winter hibernation. And, it's fantastic to start the programming year off with a launch and exhibition for Bad Day- one of our favorites arts publications. And, we're pretty excited to be exhibiting some of the Parra's artworks that comprise this exhibition. It's what the kids would call a real 'banger.'

So without further hold up...

The Bad Day Magazine Issue #4 Launch and Exhibition will open at the Emporium Gallery (3035 St. Antoine Ouest #74) on Wednesday, April 1st from 7PM-11PM. The exhibition will be open Thursday, April 2nd through Sunday, April 5th from 12PM - 5PM. Private viewings will be available by appointment only from Monday April 6th through Wednesday, April 8th.

About the Bad Day Launch and Exhibition-
Bad Day, a Toronto-based magazine, will be launching its fourth issue with an exhibition featuring the artworks of Parra, Lukas Geronimas, Oliver Laric and WZRDS GANG- all of whom are featured in the fourth issue. A mixed-media group exhibition chock full of prints, film and sculpture, the Bad Day launch should not be missed.

Bad Day Statement-
"Bad Day is a Toronto-based quarterly arts publication that promotes the collaboration of creative minds and the exposure of contemporary arts culture. The purpose is to bring the most important current artists to the forefront by giving them a platform that is tangible and accessible. With thought-provoking interviews and a unique design aesthetic, Bad Day creates a dialogue on the artistic process while emphasizing the importance of community."

About Bad Day-
Toronto's Bad Day was founded by filmmaker/photographer Eva Michon and designer/musician Colin Bergh in 2007. In just four issues, Bad Day has already featured interviews with critically acclaimed artists such as Harmony Korine, Ian MacKaye, Tim Barber, Parra and many others. Well-recieved and internationally distributed, Bad Day has additionally won a reputation for its issue launches / exhibitions which bring its issues to life by showcasing the artwork of both contributing and featured artists.
Click here for the Bad Day website.

About Parra
Parra is a popular Amsterdam-based multi-disciplinary artist. He has collaborated with brands such as Nike, Heineken and Alife while simultaneously exhibiting his artworks at prestigious galleries around the world. Parra is also both the owner and art director of Rockwell, a popular street wear brand.
Click here for the Parra/Rockwell website.

About WZRDS GANG
WZRDS GANG is a Vancouver-based arts collective that was established in 2005. Its main objective is to promote fun and unity through acts of social agitation. The WZRDS GANG has flourished to have many worldwide contributors.
Click here for the WZRDS GANG website.

About Lukas Geronimas
Lukas Geronimas is a Toronto-based visual artist who primarily works in sculpture. He is currently studying sculpture at the Milton Avery School at Bard College.
Click here for Lukas Geronimas' website.

About Oliver Laric
Oliver Laric, a multi-disciplinary artist, was born in Tirana, Albania in 1981.
Click here for Oliver Laric's website.

***For more information click the eflier image or visit the Emporium Gallery website here. We look forward to seeing everyone at the Gallery! Thanks, Ben Pobjoy

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