[NEohioPAL]MOCA Opening Fr Feb 27

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MOCA Cleveland Presents Curve: Kori Newkirk and Sky Lounge: Small Monuments Opening Reception 
Fri Feb 27th / 6-9 pm for both exhibitions 

Curve: an exhibition series of new work 
by pioneering contemporary artists 
in MOCA's dramatic Rotunda Gallery 

Newkirk's installations resonate 
with underlying social implications 
that speak to issues of self 
and the place of the 
individual in our world.
 
Sky Lounge: group exhibitions in MOCA's 
Mezzanine Gallery featuring regionally known artists... 

Small Monuments 
This inaugural exhibition features 
small format paintings and drawings 
which examine the relationship 
between monuments and public 
and private spaces. 

Curated by Matthew Kolodziej, 
Assistant Professor of Art at the Myers School of Art, University of Akron ... Featuring the work of five regional artists: Kolodziej, Christine Kuper, Charles Kanwischer, Susan Umbenhour and Paul Yanko 

Calendar of Events: 
Curve Artist in Residence / Kori Newkirk 
Feb 18-27 
on location daily 2-6 pm (Thurs until 8pm; closed Mon) 
Meet Kori and observe the development of his new pomade mural. 
Kori Newkirk's Artist Talk 
Tues, Feb 24 / 7pm 
Hear Kori speak about his work and his MOCA project 
(Preceded by a Curator's Circle Cocktail Reception; 
to enjoy special access to visiting artists, become a MOCA member 
at the Curator's Circle level. Call 216.421.8671 ext. 35 for more info.) 
Curve Exhibition AND Sky Lounge Opening Reception 
Fri, Feb 27 / 6-9pm 
Celebrating the work of Kori Newkirk and Sky Lounge: Small Monuments,
featuring the work of five (5) regional artists. Also on view: material
witness and Spencer Tunick: Manmade and Natural 
Skyy Vodka stars at the ARTbar (donation bar.) 
(A Special Thanks goes to Skyy Vodka and Red Bull for their support.)
After Party ~ Touch Supper Club | 2710 Lorain Ave in Ohio City
Featuring Skyy Vodka $4 cocktails | 80's night | Free for MOCA Attendees -
be sure to get stamped!
Artist Panel 
Sun, Feb 29 / 1:30pm 
Johnny Coleman, Jun Nguyen-Hatsushiba and Kori Newkirk consider the
historical, economic and social issues addressed in their works. Rhonda Y.
Williams, Assistant Professor of History at Case moderates. 
(Preceded by a Member's Brunch at noon; reservations required) 
Art Talk 
Fri, Apr 2 / 6:30 pm 
Join Matthew Kolodjziej, Charles Kanwisher and Susan Umbenhour in a
discussion about the place of monuments in contemporary culture. 
SPONSORSHIP: The 2003/2004 Curve Exhibition Series is generously sponsored
by the John P.l Murphy Foundation. Sky Lounge is generously sponsored by Sky
Bank and Deloitte and Touche LLP. Additional promotional support has been
provided by Skyy Vodka. 
For Art Info: <http://www.mocacleveland.org/> 
Additional Happenings: 
Nesnadny + Schwartz Visiting Critics Program 
Mar 19 . Studio Visits 
Mar 20 / 2 pm 
Public Lecture 
Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago 
Associate Curator Dominic Molon 
Cleveland International Film Festival: "Naked World"
Tower City Cinemas on the Avenue at Tower City Center
Mar 23 . 7 pm 
216.623.FILM (3456) 
Q & A session afterwards 
with artist Spencer Tunick and Director Arlene Donnelly Nelson 
After Party at Cloud 9 featuring Skyy Vodka! 
1299 West 9th Street | Warehouse District 
Talalay Lecture Series 
Thurs. Apr 8 / 7pm 
Thelma Golden 
Deputy Director for 
Exhibitions and Programs at 
The Studio Museum in Harlem 
POSE NUDE
June 26, 2004
Be in Spencer's Cleveland installation.
sign up at <http://www.mocacleveland.org/tunick> 
Must be 18
Don't Forget: Still on View ~ material witness and Spencer Tunick: Manmade
and Natural until April 28th.


Sarah Reinbolt
Manager of Media and Community Relations
MOCA Cleveland
sreinbolt at mocacleveland.org