Art Groups New York

Hidden Patterns: The Visual Journey of Networks

Have you ever wondered why one startup, one tweet, or one node in your product's user graph explodes while a thousand identical-looking others don't? You've already run into **[Albert-László Barabási](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Albert-L%C3%A1szl%C3%B3_Barab%C3%A1si)**'s work, whether you knew his name or not. He's the physicist who discovered **[scale-free networks](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Scale-free_network)**: the finding that most real networks, from the web to your own social graph, run on a small number of massive hubs instead of evenly spread connections. That's the math behind **preferential attachment**, and it's why the web, social networks, and citation networks all follow the same power law. In collaboration with the **[National Arts Club](https://www.nacnyc.org/)** and its **[Art and Technology Committee](https://www.nacnyc.org/arts-and-programs/committees)**, Barabási will walk through 25 years spent turning that math into something you can look at. **[BarabásiLab's work](https://barabasi.com/)** has moved from raw data visualizations to physical, 3D-printed network sculptures, and from academic papers to museum installations. The current centerpiece is **[Constructing La Biennale](https://www.labiennale.org/en/architecture/2025/living-lab/constructing-la-biennale)**, a 30-by-8-meter data visualization wrapped around the scaffolding of the Central Pavilion at the **2025 Venice Architecture Biennale**. It maps roughly 12,000 architects and 3,800 projects across the Biennale's 45-year history, back to its first edition in 1980, as a single connected graph. Barabási has called it **the most visible work at the Biennale**, and building it, in his words, "*was a massive data science project*." If your product, your portfolio, or your own career runs on network effects, **this is a rare chance to hear from the person who wrote the math for it**. Reserve your spot and arrive early. **Space is limited.**

Jean-Michel Basquiat Exhibit

Join us as we view a free exhibit featuring the early work of Jean-Michel Basquiat at the Bishop Gallery in Brooklyn. [https://thebishopgallery.com/our-friend-jean-barc/](https://thebishopgallery.com/our-friend-jean-barc/) After viewing the artwork, we can grab coffee at a local cafe called 'The Concrete Jungle'. If you have questions or need to get in contact, my # is 917-769-2168.

Keith Haring Exhibit

Join us as we view a free exhibit entitled 'A World in Motion' featuring artwork by Keith Haring. After viewing the exhibit, we can visit a cafe called 'Blue Bottle Coffee'. [https://www.artwrld.com/exhibit/a-world-in-motion](https://www.artwrld.com/exhibit/a-world-in-motion) If you have questions or need to get in contact, I can be reached at 917-769-2168.

Museum of Jewish Heritage!

On Thursday, October 8th let’s go to the Museum of Jewish Heritage! 📜 5:45pm to 8pm Can join anytime! In Battery Park Free on Thursdays from 4 to 8pm Free, but RSVP recommended To reserve free ticket, please follow these instructions: Click this link: [https://mjhnyc.org/visitor-information/](https://mjhnyc.org/visitor-information/) Then scroll to this section: **FREE HOURS:** Admission to the Museum is free on Thursdays between 4pm – 8pm. To reserve your advance free admission, [please choose a Thursday from our admission ticketing calendar](http://898a.blackbaudhosting.com/898a/tickets?tab=3&txobjid=240de02f-69d4-4978-8de8-034474c9896f&_ga=2.67749329.1929223102.1641392340-1208651431.1571419872) and change the time dropdown to 4pm. Lox at Café Bergson on 2nd floor for drinks & bites (including coffee) Of course, please reach out if you have any questions! The not so fun rule on RSVPs Please only RSVP if you think you can make it and adjust your RSVP asap if anything changes (as there are other people who would like your spot). Two no shows or cancellations within 6 hours results in a 4 month ban. I will send a reminder 24 hours in advance to the group Thanks and can't wait to see you!

Chelsea Afternoon: New York Day Trip (postponed from September 26th)

I think a case can be made that the Chelsea area of Manhattan contains more galleries than anywhere else in the universe. (I'm making an assumption here that other intelligent life somewhere out there doesn't have "art" and "galleries" as we know them. :)) Whether or not the above is true, let's at least make a dent in the huge number of galleries in this neighborhood by starting in the middle and heading south. I'll work up a detailed and specific itinerary within the coming weeks, but let's say straight off that we'll meet at 1:00 at Jim Kempner Fine Art, a gallery on the Northwest corner of 23rd Street and 10th Avenue that is pretty much impossible to miss because looks like a multi-level contemporary house: https://www.jimkempnerfineart.com/ The first thing you encounter upon walking in is the sculpture garden: https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-new-york-city-ny-usa-modern-architecture-art-jim-kempner-fine-art-50949706.html https://www.vaadia.com/exhibitions/jimkempner_2011.shtml So let's meet there unless it's raining or really hot, in which case, let's just go inside and meet on the first floor. Other places I'd like to include in the day's outing are Little Island, Pier 57, the Highline (which the photo in this posting is taken from), and, if people are really interested, Hudson Yards. I will probably be sticking around to attend the Brooklyn Book Festival the next day and can help people get to trains and busses if that's wanted or needed. :) More to come!

Bodies Of Work: Figure Drawing

Join us for an evening of drawing from a live model. [Purchase Tickets here, $27 (use discount code DRAWWITHUS for your first visit)](https://calendly.com/harveststrength/bodies-of-work-figure-drawing) **Bodies of Work** is a figure drawing series focused on celebrating the dynamic human body. We're fascinated with how the body works, and we feel like you just might be too. We work with models who have a physical practice: boxers, climbers, dancers, lifters, athletes. Poses are directed to put the body's mechanics on display. This event is hosted by Dan Boterashvili of Harvest Strength Training, a personal trainer and visual artist, alongside Alexander Singer, community engagement professional and bartender. [Purchase Tickets here, $27 (use discount code DRAWWITHUS for your first visit)](https://calendly.com/harveststrength/bodies-of-work-figure-drawing) Bring your favorite materials and drawing/painting supplies. We will also be providing basic materials and a limited amount of drawing boards. **Every experience level welcome, first-timers welcomed.** **Doors open at 6:40pm. Poses run 7:00–9:30pm**, from short gestures to long holds. Stick around after to share work and meet other artists. Note: Doors will be kept open until 7:15. If for some reason you are delayed please reach out to @bodiesofworkdrawing on Instagram and we will come downstairs to let you in. We have a **STRICT NO PHOTO** policy while the model is posing. Keep your phones in your bag or keep them pointed away from the model. If you see someone photographing the model please inform either Dan or Alexander and we will handle it. Tickets are nonrefundable after purchase. If a session is canceled by Bodies of Work, ticket holders will be offered a refund or transfer to another session.

All-New Fall Chelsea Art Gallery Walk

I hope you are having a wonderful Summer so far. Please join us for the first art gallery MeetUp walk of this Fall on 10/03/26 at 11 AM. Chelsea is about to have dozens of openings starting on September 10th. This walk includes new solo shows by international artists, including painting, sculpture, photography, and more as available. Join us as we explore a fantastic museum-quality show of sculptures and others works by Lynda Benglis, spanning five decades of her career. Benglis broke new ground in 1968 by pouring latex on the floor of her studio, essentially blurring the lines between painting and sculpture. At Gagosian, we will explore a superb Brice Marden retrospective, including works on loan from major institutions. We will explore why Marden is viewed as a highly influential abstract artist whose work is Minimalist yet deeply humanistic. Please note $35 early bird pricing up to 2 weeks prior to the walk.

Bold, Strange & Beautiful: Gallery Breakfast + Tribeca Gallery Hop

Trade your typical Saturday for a morning of **bold contemporary art, fresh discoveries, and great company** as Women of Culture heads downtown for our **First Saturday [Art-full Discovery Walk](https://womenofculture.org/artwalks?utm_source=luma)**—this time exploring the art, history, and culture of **Tribeca**. **[Advance Purchase Required here](https://luma.com/Tribecadiscoverywalk)** ​This two-part event begins with an intimate **gallery breakfast at [Asya Geisberg Gallery](https://www.asyageisberggallery.com/artists/rebecca-morgan?utm_source=luma)**, where **Rebecca Morgan** will join us for a personal walk-through of her new exhibition\*\*, *Painting in the Apocalypse*\*\*. ​Rooted in her Appalachian upbringing, Morgan’s work uses **folk traditions, meticulous technique, caricature, and biting humor** to complicate ideas of **femininity, rural identity, beauty, nostalgia, power, and representation**. Her women refuse to be polished or easily categorized: they can be glamorous and grotesque, vulnerable and defiant, familiar and deeply strange. ​Hearing directly from Morgan will offer a rare chance to explore the ideas, influences, and tensions behind the work—and to ask questions about a practice that is at once playful, unsettling, and sharply observant. ​From there, we’ll continue on a curated **[Art-full Discovery Walk](https://womenofculture.org/artwalks?utm_source=luma) through Tribeca**, visiting a selection of standout new exhibitions while getting an insider look at one of NYC’s most dynamic contemporary art districts. We'll visit 4-6 additional new gallery shows, meeting the gallerists and learning more about the artists behind each. ​Come for the breakfast, stay for the discoveries—or join us for the full experience and spend your Saturday seeing Tribeca through an **Art-full lens**. **Why You’ll Love This Experience** ​🥐 Begin with breakfast inside the gallery before the neighborhood walk. ​🎨 Hear directly from artist Rebecca Morgan during a personal walk-through of *Painting in the Apocalypse*. ​🚶 Discover standout Tribeca exhibitions through a thoughtfully curated route. ​💬 Meet and connect with culturally curious women through art and conversation. ​✨ Leave with new artists, ideas, and galleries to keep exploring. **Event Details** ​**Saturday, October 3** ​**10:30 AM \| Part 1:** Gallery Breakfast & Artist talk [Asya Geisberg Gallery](https://www.asyageisberggallery.com/artists/rebecca-morgan?utm_source=luma) \| 45 White St ​**12:00 \- 2:00 PM \| Part 2:** Art-full Discovery Walk Ending with optional drinks & bites at the NOMO Kitchen \| 9 Crosby St\. **[Advance Purchase Required here](https://luma.com/Tribecadiscoverywalk)** **Tickets** ​**Part 1: Gallery Breakfast/ Artist talk only** * ​Complimentary for [Art-full members](https://womenofculture.org/artfull-membership-nyc?utm_source=luma) * ​**Non-members**: $10 first release; $15 full price for non-members ​**Part 2:** **Art-full Discovery Walk\*** * ​**Non-members:** $45 first release; $50 full price * ​\*\*[Basic Art-full Members](https://womenofculture.org/artfull-membership-nyc?utm_source=luma):\*\* $35 first release; $40 full price * ​**Premier Art-full Members:** Complimentary ​ \*\*All tickets for part 2 include access to the gallery breakfast, so you do not need to register separately for both parts.\* *** ​**About the Art-Full Membership** ​If you are not yet an Art-full member, we would love to have you join us for as little as $45/month for the basic membership, or $65/month for the upgraded Premier membership. You can [learn more about all membership levels and join here](https://womenofculture.org/artfull-membership?utm_source=luma) or reach out to alex@womenofculture.org with any questions. ​ **The membership provides:** * ​Access to *member exclusive* events * ​Complimentary tickets to all online events * ​Priority access to & discounts on ALL events * ​Premier members *also* get priority access to 'culture-tunities' including free VIP passes to exclusive after-hours events at cultural institutions all over the city ​*Membership renews automatically on a monthly bases and can be cancelled at any time via the [cancellation request form here](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfnCOltWwmAxgjoUJBHStMdEEf1uiys-qhAyuGeUIT4hjzCmw/viewform?usp=sf_link&utm_source=luma).* **About Rebecca Morgan** ​Raised in central Pennsylvania, **Rebecca Morgan** works across painting, drawing, and ceramics, bringing together Appalachian influences, folk traditions, highly detailed imagery, and a sharp sense of humor. ​Her work plays with romanticized visions of rural America while exploring ideas around **women reclaiming their subjectivity, masculinity, power, escapism, nostalgia, and contemporary identity**. Familiar imagery becomes exaggerated, irreverent, and sometimes wonderfully strange—inviting viewers to reconsider the stereotypes and cultural narratives they may take for granted. **Note about tickets/ RSVP's:** * RSVPs on Meetup do NOT count as official registrations for this event, and the RSVP count on Meetup may not reflect the actual number of attendees. To attend, you must purchase a ticket, which guarantees your spot, regardless of whether you RSVP here. * All paid and confirmed attendees will receive an email from [[alex@womenofculture.org](mailto:alex@womenofculture.org)] ([mailto:alex@womenofculture.org](http://mailto:alex@womenofculture.org/))] 1–2 days before the event with further details, including a link to a WhatsApp group for important updates. If you do not receive this email (make sure to check your spam as well), it likely means you did not complete registration or payment.

I'm Sure It's Fine Comedy Show

Free comedy show. Great lineup of funny, seasoned NYC comedians. Sketch artists welcome to enjoy the show and draw.

All In-One Art Class

**All In-One Art Class** **October 8, 15, 22, 29, November 5, 12, and 19, 12pm - 1:30pm (Thursday)** **\*\*Discover Your Creative Potential with "All in One Art"!\*\*** **Join us for engaging art lessons tailored for all levels and ages, led by renowned artist Sungho Choi. Experience step-by-step techniques in still life, landscape, and portrait drawing and painting. You choose which medium to work in - charcoal, pastel, watercolor, oil paint, or mixed media. Whether you're a beginner or an advanced artist, there's something for everyone. Unleash your creativity and start your artistic journey with us today!** **Check out the artist’s website: [https://www.sunghochoi.com/](https://www.sunghochoi.com/)** **\*Registration begins September 24th through [www.paramuslibrary.org](http://www.paramuslibrary.org/).**

Inside the Armory Show: Private Tour + Rooftop Brunch

On **Saturday, September 26**, [Art-full Members](https://www.womenofculture.org/artfull-membership?utm_source=luma) are invited to join us for a curated look at one of the biggest and most exciting events on New York City’s fall art calendar! **[Advance Purchase Required here](https://luma.com/Thearmoryshow)** **​[The Armory Show](https://www.thearmoryshow.com/?utm_source=luma)** is New York’s flagship international fair for modern and contemporary art, bringing approximately **230 galleries from more than 30 countries** together under one roof for just four days. ​The fair offers an exhilarating snapshot of the artists, galleries, ideas, and movements shaping the contemporary art world—but with so much to see, it can also feel overwhelming to navigate alone. ​Instead, we’ll experience the fair **together**, exploring a curated selection of standout booths, solo presentations, emerging galleries, and large-scale installations while discussing the artists and trends generating conversation across the art world. ​The 2026 edition places a special emphasis on artistic perspectives from **the Caribbean and its diasporas**, alongside an expanded selection of emerging galleries, individual artist presentations, and work from across the Americas and beyond. ​Before entering the fair, we’ll get to know one another over a rooftop brunch at the beautiful **[Electric Lemon](https://electriclemonnyc.com/?utm_source=luma)** on the 24th floor of the Equinox Hotel with sweeping views of Manhattan. ​**This event is for you if you’re interested in:** * ​Discovering established and emerging contemporary artists from around the world * ​Learning more about the art market in an approachable, engaging setting * ​Exploring a major international art fair without having to navigate it alone * ​Sharing culinary delights and meaningful conversation with other culture-loving women ​ This intimate experience is available to only **10 Art-full members** and is expected to sell out, so reserve your place early! ​**Please note:** * ​All tickets include admission to The Armory Show and our curated walk-through. * ​Full Experience tickets also include one brunch entrée, one non-alcoholic beverage, tax, and gratuity at Electric Lemon. * ​Alcohol and any additional food or beverages must be purchased separately on-site. ​——— **Full Event Schedule** ​**11:30 AM \| Rooftop Brunch at Electric Lemon** Equinox Hotel \| 33 Hudson Yards\, 24th Floor ​**1:15 PM \| Meet at The Armory Show if not attending brunch** Javits Center \| 429 11th Avenue ​**1:30 PM \| Curated Armory Show Walk\-Through** ​**2:30 PM \| Optional Regrouping at the Fair’s Champagne Bar** Continue exploring independently or reconnect with the group for further conversation. ​——— **[Advance Purchase Required here](https://luma.com/Thearmoryshow)** ## Tickets for Non-members: * **Fair Admission + Curated WalkThrough:** $120 first release; $125 full price ## Tickets for [Art-full members](https://www.womenofculture.org/artfull-membership):\* * **Fair Admission + Curated Walk-Through:** $110 first release; $115 full price * **Full Experience with Brunch:** $150 first release; $155 full price ​*Full Experience tickets include **one brunch entrée**, tax/tip, and gratuity.* *All additional food and beverages must be purchased separately on-site.* ​*Premier Members save an additional 20%!* **Learn more about Art-full Membership and become a member [here](https://www.womenofculture.org/artfull-membership?utm_source=luma).** ​——— ## ​More About The Armory Show ​A cornerstone of New York’s cultural landscape since its founding in 1994, The Armory Show brings leading international modern and contemporary art galleries to the Javits Center each year. ​Taking place **September 24–27, 2026**, this year’s edition features approximately 230 galleries from more than 30 countries, with expanded opportunities to discover emerging galleries and solo artist presentations. ​The fair’s curated **Focus** section will spotlight artists working across the Caribbean and its diasporas, while **Platform** will bring large-scale installations into the fair. Together with its international gallery presentations, nonprofit participants, public programs, and institutional partnerships, the fair offers a dynamic look at the conversations shaping contemporary art today. **Note about tickets/ RSVP's:** * RSVPs on Meetup do NOT count as official registrations for this event, and the RSVP count on Meetup may not reflect the actual number of attendees. To attend, you must purchase a ticket, which guarantees your spot, regardless of whether you RSVP here. * All paid and confirmed attendees will receive an email from [[alex@womenofculture.org](mailto:alex@womenofculture.org)] ([mailto:alex@womenofculture.org](http://mailto:alex@womenofculture.org/))] 1–2 days before the event with further details, including a link to a WhatsApp group for important updates. If you do not receive this email (make sure to check your spam as well), it likely means you did not complete registration or payment.

DRAWING FROM ART: ICELAND Lecture and Workshop with Charity Baker